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Basic Etiquette for Self Defense Classes

Elementary Grasshopper Rules ;-D

These are some general rules to follow during classes:

* Keep your uniform clean.
* Avoid foul language.
* Respect everyone.
* Never challenge an instructor to a fight. (Ask politely for help.)
* Be on time for class.
* Call your trainer if you will be absent for a length of time.
* Always bow or shake hands before sparring.
* NEVER get too aggressive while sparring, you should relax and go easy - don’t grind away, or go too hard trying.
* No Shoes on the mat.
* Refrain from horseplay, talking, and interrupting while your instructor is teaching.
* Keep yourself properly groomed.

Published by: Dave Heuthe, American Kobe Jiu Jitsu Federation Black Belt & Certified Instructor. Dave provides group personal defense classes where lessons are taught in various locations, privately, at Bob Malvagno’s School of Self Defense, and through in-house work programs (e.g. -Fire Department, employer, churches & synagogues, community centers, etc.) in the Nassau County and Sufflok County, Long Island (LI), NY area. Dave’s business is to provide programs that help his students (adults, seniors, teens & children) master self defense. BECOME A CLASS MEMBER TODAY!

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