COVID-19 Awareness
About in-person training
Vaccinations have been a game changer for our training. We strongly encourage everyone who can, to get vaccinated to protect yourself and our dojo community. As of July 2021 an overwhelming number of our adult and teen members are fully vaccinated which has given us the confidence to resume teaching hand techniques again. All students must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test to train. Our classes include physical contact with other students and close proximity interactions. Though the dojo is indoors, we are using a collection of fans to keep fresh air moving through the space at all times. We ask that if you are sick, please stay home. If you have been exposed to someone who you know to be sick, or feel under the weather, please wear a mask until you are confident you will not infect others.
Current guidelines for in-person training (Updated September 10, 2024)
All our instructors and the board are fully vaccinated. We look forward to training with you. Before coming to the dojo to train, please consider the following questions:
To the best of your knowledge have you been in close proximity to any individual who tested positive for COVID-19?
Have you had a temperature of 100.4°F or higher in the last 48 hours?
Are you experiencing a cough, shortness of breath, or sore throat?
Have you had a loss of taste or smell?
Have you had vomiting or diarrhea in the last 24 hours?
If you answered “YES” to ANY of the above, Please Stay Home. We are using an abundance of caution to keep our community healthy. We are doing contract tracing to ensure we can let our community know if any COVID-19 cases arise. If you or your family members test positive for COVID-19 and you have visited the dojo, please contact us. We will notify anyone who has trained with you and make them aware that there is a risk of contagion without revealing any identifying information.
Below is a list of all the new policies we have altered due to COVID-19, copies of these documents are available in the dojo.
2020-06-20 Dojo Liability Release Form : An updated liability release form including references for COVID-19. Please print a copy of this document and sign it before returning to train. When you arrive at the dojo, please give your signed copy to the instructor.
2020-06-20 Heightened Hygiene Protocol : A description of the new protocols that will be used to reduce contact and minimize risk while training.
2020-06-20 Blood-borne Pathogen Policy : An updated policy for blood-borne pathogens updated to reflect the risks associated with COVID-19.