Student Code of Conduct
Participant Understanding
All Stars Self Defence Centre is a contact martial art, meaning it involves physical contact with one or more other practitioners in ways designed to simulate as closely as possible the self-defence options available to a practitioner when confronted with physical aggression and/or threatening behaviour. As in any other physically demanding recreational activity, there is always a risk of injury. Any person participating in a class conducted by TTA does so with the full understanding that whilst it is the policy of TTA to minimise this risk, the nature of contact physical activity prevents its total elimination. Persons participating in a class conducted by TTA do so of their own volition and at their own risk.
Safety
1. Persons must not wear jewellery or watches during training.
2. All persons participating in training agree to maintain self-control at all times and maintain all care in the application of any technique.
3. Any person who, in training, exhibits behaviour that, in the judgement of the Instructor, is a danger to other participants, shall not be allowed to continue training until the Instructor determines the danger is no longer present.
4. Any injury must be reported to the instructor in charge with all details of incident documented.
Sickness or Injury
1. Persons must not train if they are suffering from the flu or other viral infection that may be passed on to other persons.
2. Persons must advise the Instructor if suffering from any injury or medical condition, either permanent or temporary, which may be adversely affected by certain types of training.
Some examples of this may include blood pressure problems and cardiac disorders, neck and back injuries, diabetes and asthma.
3. If requested by the Instructor, persons with the above or like conditions must show this Code of Conduct to their physician and secure a medical certificate clearly stating that the person is able to participate in classes conducted by All Stars Self Defence Centres and whether there are any restrictions or conditions applicable.
Other Health Issues
1. Persons must not attend training under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
2. Smoking is not allowed in the Training Area.
3. Persons training must give proper attention to personal hygiene and exhibit clean grooming; and ensure that fingernails and toenails are trimmed and clean..
4. Persons with a cut or bleeding injury must cease training immediately and receive appropriate first aid. Rejoining the training session will not be allowed until the instructor has deemed that is safe to do so.
5. Persons administering first aid to a person suffering a cut or bleeding injury must wear protective gloves.
Medical
If you have a medical condition that the instructor should be aware of, you should notify him/her prior to training. During the course of training, if you become ill or have an injury, notify your instructor immediately. There is a difference with pushing yourself in training and putting up with a medical problem that may affect yourself and training.
Personal Hygiene
Students must maintain a level of cleanliness. Your hygiene also affects others.
1. Fingers and toenails must be clean and short to avoid injury. With the quick movement of hands and feet during training, long or sharp nails can easily cut your opponent.
2. Long hair can cause irritation to the eyes, distracting you at a critical moment during training. Long hair must be pulled back in a bun or ponytail.
3. Your uniform must be clean and pressed and in good order.
4. Keep your body clean. Make sure your hands are clean. Grimy hands will soil your uniform and other students’ uniforms and equipment.
5. If you start bleeding in any way, shape or form, stop immediately and notify the instructor. Ensure that any blood is cleaned up properly prior to resuming training.
6. Bad body odour is distracting and shows a lack of courtesy to others.
7. Students must never come to class after drinking alcohol. It is too dangerous for everyone concerned.