Protocol

Royal Court Academy

6734 W North Ave

Wauwatosa, WI 53213

414-302-5125

Questions or concerns will be addressed by Jeff Growel - Owner / Master Instructor, Royal Court Academy (e-mail - royalcourt@sbcglobal.net).

General Rules and Regulations

For your child’s safety and the safety of the other children, it is inevitable that we must have certain rules that apply to everyone equally to generate the best possible environment for everyone to learn and concentrate. The purpose of these rules is specifically to ensure that your child receives the greatest benefit from his/her martial arts experience. Varying degrees of disciplinary action can be taken for continued misuse of the following rules per the instructor(s) discretion. Please make a conscientious effort to abide by all the rules for the benefit of your child and that of the other children that are patrons of our establishment. Thank You.

1) No shoes on the mats unless given permission by the instructor(s).

2) No food, beverages, or gum is allowed on the mats at any time.

3) Never misuse your martial arts skills intentionally or     unintentionally.

4) Do not teach your techniques to anyone without instructor(s)     approval.

5) Show respect to parents, classmates and instructor(s) at all times.

6) Unruly horseplay or excessive rough housing will not be tolerated.

7) Refrain from activities that would tarnish the reputation of the     Do- Jang.

8) Never use stereotypical comments, profanity or obscene gestures.

9) Threatening remarks toward other students will not be tolerated.

10) Inappropriate conduct or lewd behavior will not be tolerated.

11) Always practice personal hygiene (nails trimmed, hair combed,        etc.)

12) Keep your uniform clean and wrinkle free (never wash your belt).

Note To Parents: Please silence all electronic devices during class because it is a distraction to the students and please do not instruct or make comments to your child during class sessions whereas this creates confusion in the class.

Protocol of Respect

We have all heard the phrase, “Respect is earned, not given.” However true that may be strictly depends on what a child’s perception of respect is. You cannot learn to show respect until it is understood why it needs to be given. Giving respect goes beyond the ability to follow guidelines or rules; however important they may be, but it is the learned thought process that has to be trained to understand why respect should be given. Training a child starts with basic guidelines such as the list below, and then broadens as their confidence and learning grows. Watching the gleam in your child’s eyes as they start to build confidence and grow into a pattern of giving respect is the most awesome part of our teaching experience.

Bow toward the training area any time you enter or leave it.

Always address your instructors as “Mr., Ms., Mrs., Sir or Ma’am.”

When asked a question or your instructor comments on something, the appropriate answer should always be “Yes/No Sir” or “Yes/No Ma’am.”

Never correct your instructor during class, just do as your instructor asks.

Always bow to the flag when entering or exiting the training area.

Always raise your hand if you have something to say, never just shout answers out, talk out of turn or talk over someone else.

Always bow to your instructor with right hand grabbing left wrist, look to the floor then back into his/her eyes.

If you are late for class or you must leave the training area for any reason you must ask for your instructor’s approval to join or rejoin class by asking, “Permission to join/rejoin class Sir/Ma’am” before entering training area.

If you must leave the training area for any reason, raise your hand and ask your instructor to leave the training area (except in emergency situations).

Always help your fellow classmates and treat them with courtesy.

Never push another student when lining up, if there is an error in the line up, politely ask them to move or ask your instructor for assistance.

Never threaten another student or criticize another student.

The instructor(s) or highest belt rank in class will call the class to order.

Always respect your parents, teachers, instructor’s and classmates.

Refrain from idle talking or silliness when sitting, waiting or lining up.

Always stand in lines according to belt rank and never skip in front of another student of a higher belt rank.

Higher belts always line up to your right.

When given a break for water, always allow the higher ranking belts to go first.

Belt Heritage and Symbolism

Just as in physics where every action has a reaction, every student that wears a uniform must have a belt and that belt denotes the amount of wisdom or education your child has earned in martial arts. Although confidence and discipline is built with every level of belt rank earned, it also must be tempered with humility, grace and the ability to forgive. The higher the belt rank, the more these attributes will need to be applied. Below is the list of belt ranking, in order, along with their meaning.

• White: That of Innocence, a beginner in martial arts.
• Gold : That of Earth, a foundation of skill is being laid.
• Orange : That of Fire, learning to temper the skills learned.
• Green : That of Growth, growing the skills now tempered.
• Blue : That of Heaven, maturing and perfecting the skills.
• Purple : That of Royalty, building wisdom and grace to lead.
• Red : That of Danger, ability to use the skills effectively.
• Black : That of Imperviousness, conquering fear with confidence.

With the exception of white and black belt, each belt ranking has a high level for each color represented by a black stripe in the middle down the entire length of the belt from one end to the other. This is a representation of the student mastering that of the single color belt level and is now ready to continue to a higher plain of discipline and maturity getting your child ready to advance to the next color belt level. Each belt ranking must be earned and is never bought or given. Though Chung Do Mu Sool Won is based on certain traditions, it does not mean that we are bound by those traditions. Frustration can sometimes rear its ugly head when learning to master certain techniques, especially for beginners, but this is no cause for alarm. This is where repetition is key to building confidence in certain areas. Mastering our martial arts techniques is compared to that of running a marathon; you have to exert effort and discipline for the long term, not the short sprint. That is the difference between our academy and most martial arts schools.

The Wear and Care of Your Uniform

The first experience you may have after joining into the world of martial arts at our academy is receiving a uniform. This is why it is important to understand how to wear it correctly and treat it respectfully. Your uniform serves the same function as that of a doctor or nurse, the recognition of wisdom in your trade or practice. Your uniform reflects thousands of years of martial arts tradition and is symbolic to the person wearing it. Except for those that may have just joined our academy, it is considered necessary for all patrons in training to wear a uniform. The uniform instills confidence, shows loyalty and reflects heritage. Your belt color identifies attained wisdom and level of martial arts education while forging wisdom with grace and humility.

The care of your uniform should be as follows:

Your uniform should be kept clean and wrinkle free, the uniforms we provide are wash and dry, but then put on a hanger to avoid wrinkles.

Never wash your belt. If you must wash it, do not use bleach or bleach alternatives, and do not put it in the dryer after washing.

Soak your uniform in cold water for five minutes and allow to air dry before machine washing it for the first time. This sets the printing.

Hem or sew any tears that may occur during class or at home.

Do not place any patches or other décor on your uniform without your instructor(s) approval.

Your uniform is for practicing martial arts and should never be worn as play or work clothes outside of the academy. It is OK to wear them to and from the academy without your belt on, but only if care is taken.

Do not eat or drink while in full uniform with one exception being that of drinking water for hydrating yourself before, during or after class.

Always carry your uniform properly and do not drag it on the ground.

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