The Academy prides itself on its strict codes of conduct which students are expected to adhere to at all times.

• Uniform (gi) to be kept clean, tidy and worn at all times in the dojo.
• Respect towards others both inside and outside of the dojo.
• Shoes must be removed before entering the dojo and placed neatly outside the door.
• Students should bow respectfully on entering and leaving the dojo.
• All instructors are to be addressed as Sensei at all times.
• No jewellery is to be worn during training. Earrings that can not be removed should be covered with plaster.
• Poor behaviour or misconduct will result in the removal of the student's belt for a period of time set by the instructor. During this period the student will be demoted to white belt.
• Students are encouraged to follow the "Dojo Kun" as laid down by the head of the IOGKF.