redcliffe ki aikido club - bristol
Somerset,
To become a Ki Federation member you will sign a membership form agreeing to the
Ki Federation rules below. Membership Membership is open to individuals who have
paid the annual membership fees laid down from time to time by the Federation
(save that individuals who are over the age of 70 are exempt from membership
fees), and follow the form of Ki Aikido the Federation specifies . Membership
Categories Adult membership is open to individuals of 17 years and over. Youth
membership is open to those between the age of 14 and 16 years. Senior Citizen
membership is open to individuals of 65 years and over Junior membership is open
to those between the age of 5 and 13 years. Unemployed/Student (Student rate for
under 21’s only) Disabled Joint membership Honorary members may be appointed at
the discretion of the Executive Committee. Doctors Certificate Members with a
pre-existing physical medieval condition, or who are disabled, must provide a
letter from their GP confirming their fitness to practice. Insurance Cover
Membership fees of the Federation includes insurance cover. However, disabled
members and members with a pre-existing physical medical condition, and who have
not provided the required doctors’ certificate, will be covered for public
liability only. When a member reaches 75 they will be covered for public
liability only. Membership Cards Members will be issued with membership cards
which must be produced before admission to any course held by the Federation or
its affiliated clubs. Lost cards may be replaced on payment of a fee laid down
from time to time by the Federation. Dress for Ki Aikido Female Kyu Grades:
White kidogi, coloured belt, black hakama Male Kyu Grades: White kidogi,
coloured belt 1st Dan: White kidogi, black belt, black hakama with 1 red stripe
2nd Dan: White kidogi, black belt, black hakama with 2 red stripes 3rd Dan:
White kidogi, black belt, black hakama with 3 red stripes 4th Dan: White kidogi,
black belt, black hakama with 4 red stripes 5th Dan: White kidogi, white belt,
black hakama with 1 white stripe 6th Dan: White kidogi, white belt, black hakama
with 2 white stripes 7th Dan: White kidogi, red and white belt, black hakama
with 3 white stripes 8th Dan: White kidogi, red and white belt, black hakama
with 2 red and 3 white stripes On special occasions: 5th & 6th Dans: White
kidogi, white belt, white hakama 7th Dans: White kidogi, red and white belt,
white hakama 8th Dans: White kidogi, red and white belt, white hakama with red
and white stripe ties No badges should be worn on kidogi or hakama. Slippers
should be worn to and from the mat. Alcohol and Drugs Members must not consume
any alcohol before a practise. The use of drugs other than for medical purposes
is prohibited at all times. General Etiquette Politeness, rules of behaviour and
common decency are part of the practice of Ki Aikido. Members should:- Respect
their teachers Be courteous to other members Be quiet inside the dojo Keep
kidogi clean and fingernails and toe nails short Maintain a good standard of
general cleanliness Be kind to lower grades Be moderate in daily eating and
drinking Try to avoid fighting Members must not practise the arts of Ki Aikido
outside the dojo. The Federation will only recognise grades awarded by the
Federation. Weapons All weapons must be carried in a weapons bag when not in
use. The use of live blades is not permitted except under the supervision of the
Technical Director or President of the Federation. Disciplinary Action Any
member who contravenes the regulations of the Federation, or misuse the
techniques of Ki Aikido, or acts in a manner that affects the interests and/or
reputation of the Federation and its members, will be required to attend a
hearing before the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall have the
power to take appropriate disciplinary action including expulsion, suspension,
demotion in grade, or whatever other action the Executive Committee deems
necessary. Amendments to Membership Rules The Federation reserves the right to
amend or add to these membership rules. All changes will be notified to members
through their teachers. By continuing with membership of the Federation, members
are deemed to agree to abide by all membership rules applicable at that time.
