Kieran-Lilith Posted January 14, 2005 Share Posted January 14, 2005 Okay, well, I don't know where else to put this. I have a friend who is always getting me in trouble over etiquette (yes, he is a friend, he's obsessed with me doing perfectly). The problem being, is we aren't told the proper etiquette. Does anyone know etiquette for Japanese MA? I sure don't. What's more, if it's specific to the Eugue-Ryu style, I'd be very happy. I really don't know what else to do, and I really despise getting in trouble. Please and thank you. He who gains a victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himself is all powerful Lao-tsu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostlySykanRyu Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 Well there appears to be a communication problem there. Just politely ask your Sensei (preferrably off of the mat and before the training session) to go over proper etiquette, or have a sempai explain it if he is too busy. To condemn the art of another is to condemn your own as well. We all have the same origin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncole_91 Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 Well there appears to be a communication problem there. Just politely ask your Sensei (preferrably off of the mat and before the training session) to go over proper etiquette, or have a sempai explain it if he is too busy. He or She Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aefibird Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 (edited) Why not ask your friend to go over all the etiquette for your school & style? If he is particular about proper etiquette, then he should know what you have to do and when. All MA schools are different - even schools that teach the same style. However, here's some general gidelines for you about etiquette in Japanese MA. Be polite and respectful. Don't speak when training, unless to ask a question. Stand to attention when not training - not with your arms folded or on your hips. Ask before doing (such as getting water). Even if your dojo isn't very formal, it's always better to be polite and ask for water breaks. The instructor will tell you if he wants you to be otherwise. Try and copy what the other students are doing. If they bow when the instructor enters the room, then so should you. If they address him/her as "Sensei" then you should too. Looking at what the senior students are doing and following their example is a good way to learn what you have to do. If you have real problems with it then find time to talk to your instructor about it, or a higher grade student. Don't be afraid to ask your instructor anything - everyone has been a beginner at some point and has needed to ask things. If you don't ask then you won't know... Edited January 16, 2005 by aefibird "Was it really worth it? Only time and death may ever tell..." The Beautiful South - The Rose of My CologneSheffield Steelers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Carol Posted January 16, 2005 Share Posted January 16, 2005 The only way to find out is to ask. "There is a time in every mans education when he arrives at the conviction that envy is ignorance; that imitation is suicide; that he must take himself for better, for worse,... " Emerson86years in the making..... Red Sox World Champs..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Jules Posted January 16, 2005 Share Posted January 16, 2005 The only way to find out is to ask. Yep......there is no such thing as a "stupid question".......a question shows that you are interested in learning about something you dont know, so you can further your knowledge........and thats ALWAYS a good thing. ~Master Jules......aka "The Sandman""I may be a trained killer......but Im really a nice guy" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pineapple Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 The key to everything is RESPECT! Even if you violated one of their rules of formalities, as long as it was not done intentionally or disrepectfully, they will correct you in a polite manner.........on the other hand, if you intentionally disregard formalities, well.......................................................................................... Previous replies gave you the best answer to your question...ASK! What works works Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red J Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Ask, preferably someone who knows the answer. I had to lose my mind to come to my senses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzychicano Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Well there appears to be a communication problem there. Just politely ask your Sensei (preferrably off of the mat and before the training session) to go over proper etiquette, or have a sempai explain it if he is too busy. He or She 99% its a HE! What the superior man seeks is in himself; what the small man seeks is in others. - Confucius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grenadier Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Ask your friend as well as the instructors. If you can, then observe a class as a spectator, and watch for whatever protocols they follow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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