Membership Policies

A martial arts dojo is more than a place to take a class; it is a community
of individuals who work together to study and grow. As a community, it is
important that we understand some basic ground rules to ensure that everyone can
train safely, effectively, and enjoyably.

Code of Conduct

At Aikido Kokikai South Everett, we expect everyone, from instructors to new
students, to behave with honor, integrity, and respect. These attributes apply
to our dealings with each other, with guests, and with the dojo space. While it
would be impossible to list the many ways these attributes can manifest
themselves, here are a few guidelines:

• Be on time for class.
• Treat your instructors and your peers as you would an honored family member.
• Keep yourself and your uniform clean.
• Do not wear any jewelry if at all possible (wedding bands are exempt). The
  dojo is not responsible for any injuries you incur due to wearing
  jewelry. Injuring someone else with a piece of jewelry can be grounds for
  suspension of dojo membership.
• Assist in setting up the mats at the start of class and cleaning and breaking them down at the end of class.
• Join your fellow students and instructors in ensuring the space is kept clean
  and orderly.

Again, this is not a comprehensive list. Please use
common sense!

Equipment Purchases

At this time, we cannot offer refunds for equipment purchases. However, we
can and will assist you in special cases when a different item is required. For
example: if a uniform is not the right size, or if a jo staff arrived warped, we
will assist in resolving this issue.

Other Questions?

Please contact Sensei Doug if you have any additional questions.