FAQ
Following these simple Dojo (studio) rules will make the experience
far more pleasant and effective for everyone.
DO’S
- Arrive 10-15 minutes before your class begins.
- Put all clothing (shoes, jackets, etc) in the changing rooms and shoe racks.
- Limit food and drinks to lobby area only.
- If you are late for class, enter the training room, bow, wait to be recognized, exchange a bow with the instructor, and join class.
- Please give 24 hours notice when cancelling a private lesson, or it will be forfeited.
- DO HAVE FUN!!!
DONT’S
- Do not wear jewelry of any kind during class. This includes earrings, necklaces, rings, toe rings, etc.
- Don’t wear jeans under your gi (uniform).
- Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the school. We’d also appreciate refraining from smoking outside the studio.
- Don’t leave any personal belongings in the changing rooms overnight. When in doubt, we throw it out!
HIGHLY APPRECIATED
- Uniforms should be neat and clean for class. Wash your uniform every time you wear it.
- Make sure you are wearing an official Busto’s black karate t-shirt under your uniform.
- If you think your uniform is a little worm out, it already is time for a new one.
- Fingernails and toenails should be clipped, and hands and feet should be clean.
- If your child is ill, please keep him /her at home.
- Do not change your child in the lobby area.
- Mothers are not allowed I the boy’s room. Likewise, fathers are not allowed in the girl’s room.
- Please do not attempt to communicate with your child during class. It is distracting to the other students and instructors.
- Quiet in the lobby please.
- Please do not leave younger children unattended in the lobby.
- Please pick up you son/daughter promptly after class. If someone else will be picking them up, please let us know in advance.
QUESTIONS
1. WHAT IS THE BELT ORDER?
1) White 6) Green
2) Yellow 7) Brown III
3) Orange 8) Brown II
4) Purple 9) Brown I
5) Blue 10) Black 1-10
(All children under the age of 7 receive ½ belts in between full belts)
2. HOW DO I GET PROMOTED?
Once you have the determined number of stripes for your belt, one of the instructors will notify you that you are ready to test for promotion. If you are not sure whether or not you are ready, please speak to one of the instructors.
3. WHAT DOES THE RED BELT WITH A BLACK STRIPE MEAN?
This belt signifies an instructor who has attained the rank of brown belt, and has shown exceptional physical and teaching abilities. The Sempai (assistant) is not a black belt, but is in training for one.
4. HOW SHOULD I ADDRESS A BLACK BELT?
All black belts that teach are referred to as “Sensei.” Just because you are a black belt does not mean that you are a Sensei. That is a separate promotion. 1st-3rd degree black belts are referred to as “Sensei,” 4th-6th degree black belts are referred to as “Renshi.”
5. WHAT ABOUT SPECIAL TRAINING, COMPETETION, WEAPONS?
At Busto’s karate, we have a variety of levels of training. You can stay on the regular path and achieve your goals, or if you or your son/daughter feels like they want to be challenged more, as one of the instructors, and they will let you know if now is the tight time to accelerate your training.
If you have any other questions that are not addressed here, feel free to speak to one of the instructors.
