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We have a few requests for parents, in order to allow the class to
run as smoothly as possible:
- We encourage parents to bring their children (particularly younger
children) to and from the dojo already dressed in their gi. We
don't supervise the dressing rooms, and things can get a bit loud
in the dressing rooms, particularly after class if all of the
children try to change at once.
- Parents may drop off their children and leave for the hour,
if they desire. Children are expected to be on time to class,
and likewise, prompt pickup is desirable.
- Parents may stay and observe the class (which we encourage),
but should do so in a quiet and respectful manner. Eating is not
permitted in the dojo, except during special events. Parents'
(and siblings') shoes must be left in the shoe rack at the door.
Parents should not attempt to coach their children during class
unless they are on the mat, to do so causes confusion for the
children.
- Parents who are enrolled in the adult Aikido program at the
dojo may participate in the children's classes as assistant instructors.
Please contact one of the instructors to discuss this possibility.
- We ask that all parents review the section on Behavior in the
Dojo with their child prior to the first class, and as often as
it seems necessary thereafter.
- Please ensure that your child's gi fits properly. An all too
common problem is that the pant legs and sleeves are too long.
We recognize that it is very difficult to buy a gi that fits correctly,
for a variety of reasons. If you somehow end up with a gi with
pant legs that cover your child's feet, please take a hem in the
pants so that your child doesn't trip and fall. In a similar manner,
please ensure that the sleeves of the jacket do not cover your
child's hands, as this adds needless frustration to their attempts
to work with a partner. You can always let down the pant legs
and sleeves later. Your child will have a safer and more enjoyable
time in class with shorter rather than longer pant legs and jacket
sleeves.
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