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CKMA Code of Conduct

Violation of this Code may result in suspension or termination of membership.

1. Personal Conduct and Responsibility

  • The Member should seek medical advice if they have health concerns or injuries before participating in CKMA Activities.
  • The Member must tell CKMA of injuries, fatigue, or health limitations before participating in CKMA Activities.
  • The Member must treat instructors, staff, other Members, guests, and the Premises with respect.
  • The Member must not bully, harass, discriminate, or intimidate any person at CKMA.
  • The Member must not behave recklessly or irresponsibly.
  • The Member must use respectful language and be mindful of noise, including near neighbours.
  • The Member must bring a water bottle and appropriate training equipment or gear. CKMA is not responsible for lost property.
  • The Member must follow instructor directions at all times.

2. Class Conduct and Etiquette

  • The Member must wear their CKMA belt and appropriate training clothes. Singlets are not allowed.
  • The Member must follow the instructor’s plan and drills and must not give unsolicited coaching.
  • The Member must arrive on time. If late, the Member must check with the instructor before joining.
  • If leaving early, the Member must tell the instructor at the start of class.
  • The Member must use equipment carefully and return it to the proper place after use.
  • The Member must report injuries, hazards, or unsafe conduct immediately and must stop any activity that could lead to harm.
  • For sparring or contact drills, the Member must wear the required protective gear as directed by the instructors. This may include a mouthguard, groin guard, shin guards, MMA gloves, or 12oz boxing gloves.
  • The Member must train with control. Sparring is for learning, not proving dominance.
  • The Member may decline a partner or drill if unsafe or uncomfortable and must tell the instructor.

3. Hygiene, Cleanliness, and Equipment

  • The Member must not attend if unwell or contagious (see clause 3.8).
  • The Member must maintain good personal hygiene by wearing a clean uniform, keeping nails trimmed, using deodorant, washing or sanitising hands regularly, and keeping sparring gear clean and in good condition while participating in CKMA Activities.
  • The Member must remove all jewellery, watches, rings, piercings, and other accessories before participating in CKMA Activities.
  • If bleeding, the Member must stop immediately, notify the instructor, leave the mat, and clean and cover the wound before returning.
  • The Member must not wear shoes on the mats and must wear footwear off the mats, outside, and in bathrooms.
  • If a skin infection is present, the Member must not train until fully healed.
  • The Member must not have food or chewing gum on the mats. Water only, kept at the edge of the mat.

4. Prohibited Sparring Techniques

  • Knee strikes to the head 

  • Elbow strikes to the head 

  • Eye gouging 

  • Spinal locks 

  • Fish hooking 

  • Groin strikes 

  • Small joint manipulation (fingers, toes) 

  • Heel hooks 

  • Slamming from guard position 

  • Striking to the back of the head 

  • Striking the joints (Knees, elbows etc.)

  • Any other techniques that the instructor considers dangerous or inappropriate will also be prohibited.

CKMA reserves the right to exercise discretion in situations not explicitly covered by this Code, making decisions that align with our core values and safety standards.

Violations will result in disciplinary actions and may involve legal authorities.

CKMA reserves the right to update this Code of Conduct without prior notice. 

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