Code of Conduct

This code of conduct is to outline objectives which this academy strives to establish. Students and instructors establishing a stimulating learning environment while building mutual respect for.

Sifu Mick Spinks originally started teaching the Jin Wu Koon in the early 80’s. Mick is as passionate about teaching & training in the martial arts as ever with the opening of the new academy in Engadine. Many original students are still training at the centre & have made the Jin Wu Koon system a small part of their life, reaping the health, character building and confidence which are just a few of the unique and distinct benefits of this type of training. Sifu’s priority is to ensure a functional real world self-defence is learnt by the way of vital foundations engrained in the Jin Wu Koon style.

Coaches and senior students at the academy have 15yrs plus training and it is part of the culture which has been built to help guide new students to get the basic requirements from which to build their style. Sifu Mick Spinks has 48 years’ experience in Martial arts.

Objectives

Providing instruction in a safe clean environment.
Developing the mental and physical tools for improving personal safety and security.
Promotion of healthy lifestyle to build strength and vitality.
Development of positive self-esteem, self-confidence and respect.
Development of a person as a positive role model in the community.
Creating expertise in confrontation management.
Developing healthy and respectful community attitudes and values.

All persons participating in a classes must agree to be bound by this Code of Conduct.

Participant Understanding of practical application and development

This is a martial arts training centre, meaning it can involve physical contact with one or more practitioners in ways designed to develop and stimulate as closely as possible to develop defensive and offensive self-defence options available when confronted with physical aggression and/or threatening behaviour. As in any other physically demanding recreational activity, there is always a risk of injury. These contact activities are not undertaken by beginners as it is obviously necessary to build skill sets and drill the motor skills to create these practical outcomes. Any person participating in a class conducted by Sifu Mick Spinks Jin Wu Koon does so with the full understanding that whilst it is the policy is to minimise this risk, the nature of contact physical activity prevents its total elimination. Persons participating in classes conducted by Sifu Mick Spinks Jin Wu Koon do so of their choice and at their own risk. However it is not compulsory to spar or undertake any of the contact drills which are offered at the academy, so if you are not confident or do not wish to participate in any of these activities please make it known to the instructor or senior instructor. Beginners do not spar. Beginners do practice some application self defence drills.

Instructor Qualifications

Sifu Mick Spinks Master Coach recognised and Accredited by Martial Arts Australia.
All coaches accredited by Martial Arts Australia
All coaches are First aid trained
All coaches have working with children clearance

Jin Wu Koon Grading levels and principles.

Students are graded on the skillset of their level, it should resemble the standard of the grade they are going for.

Novice Levels: Orange sash, Orange sash brown stripe then Brown sash
Intermediate levels: Yellow sash and Blue sash
Senior Levels: Green Sash, Green sash 1 red stripe Green 2 red stripes, Green 3 red stripes
Red sash is the Master Coach level where Sifu Mick Spinks has only graded 5 students to this elite level since 1983.

Training Area Etiquette

Shoes must be taken off before entering the training area, feet should be clean so as not to transfer bacteria.
Bowing into class is a ritual of mutual respect.
Persons must be punctual to class. If arriving late the person must wait at the side of the training area until the Instructor indicates that a person may join the class by bowing them in.
Food and/or drink (including water) must not be consumed whilst on the training area.
Mobile phones must be turned off during training. Mobile phones inadvertently left on during training may not be answered. Any person who is “on-call” for work may seek approval from the instructor prior to the commencement of class to leave his or her mobile phone on.

Uniforms & Training Gear

Beginners are not required to wear a uniform until their first grade.

All graded students are required to wear an approved uniform during all training sessions:

Black traditional pants: Plain black Kung Fu or martial arts pants should be worn, not tracksuit pants.
Tops: T-shirts, singlet or muscle tops are acceptable. Graded students must wear Jin Wu Koon logo tops.
Sashes: Graded students must wear their graded sash.

It is recommend to bring a towel and water to each training session, especially in summer.

Sparring requirements

Persons participating in any sparring activities must have the approval of a senior coach. A coach must be present and observing any sparring activities. Students must wear an approved properly fitting mouth guard to all sparring and partner training or drilling.
As part of the Kung Fu development training blocks of boxing and drills may be a regular training activity. If undertaking this type of training students are required to purchase their own set of boxing gloves as directed by instructor.
In addition, persons participating in sparring must wear protective clothing, comprising of heavy-duty shin pads, groin guards.
No full contact sparring, the term tip tap or get it right sparring are to be understood as ways to reinforce the development of motor skills needed to react instinctively in combat situations. These sparring exercises are restricted to light contact done only under the supervision of a qualified instructor. Only intermediate & above students may participate in this type of training.
Beginners are not permitted to spar.

Sickness or Injury

Persons must not train when suffering from Flu, viral infections, bacterial infections which may be passed on to other persons.
Persons must advise the Instructor if suffering from any injury or medical condition, either permanent or temporary, which may be adversely affect their training. Some examples of this may include but not restricted to high blood pressure, cardiac disorders, neck, joint or back injuries, diabetes and asthma etc.
If requested by the Instructor, persons with the above or like conditions must see their physician and a medical clearance certificate must be acquired clearly stating that the person can participate in classes and whether any restrictions or conditions applicable.

Other health related Issues

Persons must not attend training under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
Persons training must give proper attention to personal hygiene and grooming; clean uniform and ensure that fingernails and toenails are trimmed and clean.
Persons with a cut or bleeding injury must cease training immediately and receive appropriate first aid; any blood must be cleaned & disinfected immediately. Rejoining the training session will not be allowed until the instructor has deemed that is safe to do so.
Persons returning to training after injury or females finding out they are pregnant must consult their Doctor before resuming training & must also advise the coach of the situation.