Prior to reading the following, please bear in mind that karate is a sport and should always be fun and enjoyable. LBKA takes a more unique approach than more traditional schools and tries to foster a more enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere through games, laughter and greater communication between members.

This should also be read in conjunction with the LBKA's Dojo Etiquette.

• All Jewellery and shoes (excluding martial arts shoes) should be taken off prior to commencing class.
• Finger and toenails should be kept short so as not to scratch a fellow class member.
• Karate is an ancient art and was developed as self-defence. Students should never use karate unless in a self-defence situation. The best defence is to walk away. We must remember the literal meaning of karate, "empty hand".
• Students must never bully, or assault another person. They should only practice their karate in a controlled environment, and if a junior, under adult supervision.
• Disciplinary actions can range from simply letting the student know they are doing the wrong thing, to expulsion from the school. The latter is extremely rare as we always try to guide the student to bettering themselves through other teaching and disciplinary techniques. These may include, push-ups, temporary separation from class in a "time-out", or discussing the issue with the student.
• Members should always work as a team and offer each other advice and feedback, not only on areas of improvement, but also on areas where the student is excelling.
• Parent’s behaviour can often mould their child's behaviour and it is therefore crucial for parents to support the instructor’s teachings. Students are only at the school for 1 1/2 hours per week, unless they are cross-training or participating in more than one class. Under these time constraints it is important for parents to have an understanding of the student’s progress.
• It is compulsory for brown belts to cross-train, thereby reducing the time to attain a black belt. By cross-training, a student is essentially doubling their training time. Cross-training is also strongly encouraged as students are able to work with different partners and instructors gaining greater experience.
• Students should be considerate of others and it is therefore recommended students put their shin insteps on prior to class starting. This minimises the time to get their gear on in class and maximising sparring time. It can often be unfair on the rest of class if members are waiting on one student.
• Any inappropriate language or gestures will be disciplined accordingly.
• Grading assessments are done only by the dojo instructors. The students are nurtured and encouraged in every way to reach their goals. Parents and/or students are requested not to question the judgement of the instructor but are encouraged to seek their advice on how to reach their objectives.
• If a students misses a class they are encouraged to make the class up by attending another dojo. Students who only train once a week are allowed to have no more than two days off per grading span.
• The Code of The Bushido should always be emulated in the dojo and best efforts made outside of the dojo.