Dojo Rules

"It is often said that shin-gi-tai (spirit, skill, and power) is necessary to win in judo. You have to train hard so that these three elements will be in harmony with each other when you face your opponent in the judo arena. Hard training will not only dispose of your anxieties, but it will also create physical strength and fighting spirit, thus enabling you to fight with everything you have" (Isao Inokuma).

To define the Fighting Spirit of Seijitsu Judokas training will be based on the Seijitsu Judo Dojo curriculum.



Seijitsu Judoka in Action



In line with Seijitsu Judo Dojo's focus on shin-gi-tai several policies are hereby put in-force regarding discipline, training, and general membership to wit:

First and foremost, consider this fair notice: Seijitsu Judo Dojo does not need members. We need QUALITY MEMBERS. Secondly, we are neither sports club nor gym - Seijitsu Judo Dojo is A DOJO. It is therefore expected that those who come must leave their ego behind and abide by the rules.

On Discipline

1. Reishiki (Etiquette) will be imposed in and out of the dojo as seniority is observed;
   
2. No non-member will be allowed in the dojo except on Thursdays only for purposes of observation/orientation;
   
3. Members are required to inform the Sensei in advance in case they are not attending trainings;
   
4. Members are required to be always aware of their duties in and out of the dojo to maintain reishiki (etiquette) and safety of everyone;
   
5. Members are to maintain and not compromise the established standards of the dojo at all times and remember by heart the Seijitsu Judo Oath:
   
   
   • "Without permission of the Authorities of Seijitsu Judo Dojo, I will not teach or divulge the Knowledge of the Art I shall be taught.
     
     I will not perform the Art in public for personal gain.
     
     I will lay no blame on anyone, except myself, in the event of accident, even if it should result in my death.
     
     I will conduct myself in such a way as never to discredit the traditions and honor of Seijitsu Judo Dojo.
     
     I will not abuse, or misuse, the Knowlege of Judo.
     
     I shall push and persevere."
     

On Guests

1. Guests and Guest Judokas are admitted into the dojo during THURSDAYS ONLY;
   
2. Guests may Observe Only;
   
3. Guests Judokas are allowed to practice ONLY on Thursdays;
   
4. Guest Judokas are required to observe the established seniority in the dojo;
   
5. Guest Judokas are NOT allowed to interfere with the Judo training regimen of the dojo;
   
6. Admission of guests and Guest Judokas into the dojo is a privilege and NOT a right. Only Seijitsu Judo Dojo reserves the right to allow or disallow guests from entering the dojo.
   

On Training

1. Only duly accepted/recognized members are allowed to train/study in the dojo;
   
2. Members who come to the dojo are presumed ready for training and therefore not allowed to think, say, or do anything negative in the dojo while training is ongoing;
   
3. Seniority in and out of the dojo shall be strictly observed;
   
4. Members are to strictly observe the opening and closing of dojo;
   
5. Members are to strictly follow the established Seijitsu Judo Dojo training regimen;
   
6. Breaktime is part of training time and must be strictly observed (30 seconds only) and must not be more than twice in an hour;
   
7. No horseplay or any unnecessary activity will be tolerated;
   
8. Only the Seijitsu Judo Dojo curriculum shall be taken up during training/study in the dojo;
   
9. Guests are to be allowed in the dojo during Thursdays only.
   

On Membership

1. Admission of members into the dojo is a privilege and Seijitsu Judo Dojo reserves the right to accept or reject people in the dojo membership;
   
2. Those interested to join are required to know the history of Judo in Negros and the Judo history of Seijitsu Judo Dojo;
   
3. Those interested to join Seijitsu Judo Dojo will be subject to the regular background investigation and screening of the Membership Committee;
   
4. Background investigation will be done by 3 appointed members of the Membership Committee;
   
5. Result of the background investigation will either be "Favorable" or "Unfavorable" only and will not require explanation or be subject to bargaining;
   
6. Those considered "Favorable" will be subject to Membership voting on whether to "Accept" or "Reject" and will not require explanation or be subject to bargaining.
   
7. A 100% vote to "Accept" is required for admitting a new member;
   
8. A member is required to train/study Judo in the dojo at least twice a week and should inform the Sensei prior to skipping a training day;
   
9. A member who has been absent from training and meetings without prior notice will be re-admitted only in the dojo after submitting a letter explaining why he is worthy of Seijitsu Judo Dojo Membership and if his explanation is accepted by the sensei;
   
10. A member is required to know the history of Judo in Negros, and the Judo history of Seijitsu Judo Dojo;
    
11. Any member who violates the trust and confidence of the Sensei or violates the established rules, policies, and/or procedures of Seijitsu Judo Dojo is subject to expulsion from the dojo.
    

Basic Requirement for Admission would be the following:

1. Waiver
   
2. Complete Resume`
   
3. Martial Arts History
   
4. Police/Barangay clearance, in the case of walk-ins
   
5. Medical certificate
   
6. Judo-Gi or Athletic uniform