Five Principles of the Dojo

1. Character - the total sum of the qualities making up an individual: moral excellence


2. Sincerity - honesty of intention: truthfulness


3. Self Control - control over ones own impulses, emotions or acts


4. Effort - putting forth an exertion of strength or power, physically, or mentally


5. Etiquette - the conventional code of good manners which govern behavior in society: professional and business decorum

Rules of the Dojo

1. Safety is key when inside the Dojo.


2. Courtesy and Respect - Courtesy to instructors and fellow students and respect for the Villari Shaolin Kempo System.


3. When a Black Belt kneels to tie their belt all students will kneel until the Black Belt has tied their belt.


4. Speech - No profanity in Dojo.


5. Attitude - Must be willing to obey the rules and to learn self-discipline. Always present yourself with respect for your instructor and the Fred Villari system.


6. Spirit - Inner spirit is developed through confidence in your ability and development of skills.


7. Cleanliness - Clean heart and mind.


8. Bow when entering and leaving Dojo area.


9. No jewelry, food, drinks, or gum chewing in Dojo area.


10. Always display good manners in the Dojo.


11. No alcoholic beverages in the Dojo or just prior to class.


12. Always have a clean gi with proper patches.


13. Please be on time for class-- If late, bow in, kneel on the floor and wait for instructor to allow you to enter class.


14. No sparring without permission from the instructor, or proper gear.


15. Do not punch heavy bags while classes are in session.


16. Do not interrupt a lesson or instruction by an instructor or assistant.