Code of Conduct

Cobra Jujitsu Skegness

1. Purpose

This Code of Conduct sets out what we expect from everyone at Cobra Jujitsu - instructors, assistant instructors, students, parents and guardians - so that the club stays a safe, respectful and enjoyable place to train. It should be read alongside our Safeguarding Policy.

2. Instructors and Assistant Instructors

Instructors and assistants will:

  • Treat every student fairly, regardless of age, ability, background or belt grade
  • Plan sessions appropriate to the age and ability of the group
  • Use positive coaching methods, and never physical punishment, humiliation, or shouting to control behaviour
  • Maintain professional boundaries with students at all times, both in the dojo and online
  • Never train alone with a child unless another adult is present or in clear view
  • Report any concerns about a student's welfare, behaviour, or another instructor's conduct immediately
  • Keep their own DBS check, insurance and qualifications up to date, and stop teaching if any lapse

3. Students

Students are expected to:

  • Bow when entering and leaving the dojo, and when stepping on and off the mat
  • Treat instructors, assistants and fellow students with respect
  • Follow instructions and safety guidance at all times, especially during contact drills
  • Never use techniques learnt at the club outside of training, except in genuine self-defence
  • Wear the correct kit and keep personal hygiene and nails in order (see our Club Etiquette guidance)
  • Tell an instructor immediately about any injury, illness, or anything that made them feel unsafe or uncomfortable
  • Never bully, exclude, or make fun of another student, including online

4. Parents and Guardians

Parents and guardians are asked to:

  • Keep the club informed of any change to their child's health, medication, or emergency contact details
  • Arrive on time for drop-off and collection, and let an instructor know in advance of any change to who is collecting
  • Support the club's approach to discipline and behaviour, rather than intervening directly during a session
  • Raise any concern with an instructor or the Safeguarding Lead promptly, rather than on the mat in front of other members
  • Follow the club's photography and social media guidance (see our Safeguarding Policy)
  • Treat instructors, volunteers and other parents with courtesy and respect, including in any club WhatsApp or Facebook group

5. Unacceptable Behaviour

The following will not be tolerated from anyone connected with the club, and may result in a warning, suspension, or removal from the club at the instructors' discretion:

  • Bullying, harassment or intimidation of any kind
  • Discriminatory language or behaviour relating to race, religion, gender, disability, or any other protected characteristic
  • Physical aggression outside of supervised, controlled training
  • Ignoring safety instructions in a way that puts others at risk
  • Any behaviour that would raise a safeguarding concern under our Safeguarding Policy

6. Raising a Concern

If you're unhappy with anything covered by this Code of Conduct, please see our Safeguarding Policy for how to raise it with the club or, independently, with BMABA.

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