Uniform and Dress Code

Uniform and Dress Code

General Expectations

• Members must wear LBKI-approved uniforms to all sessions to uphold the club’s high dress standards.
• Cleanliness and neatness are essential; please ensure your uniform is clean and well-maintained for every class.
• All attire worn to sessions should include the appropriate Dogi with the club badge and the belt awarded by the association unless otherwise specified by the Club Instructor.

Uniform Specifications

• Shirt and Pants: Ensure that shirt lengths cover the hips and that sleeves and pant legs are tailored to the correct size — not merely folded but properly sewn to fit.
• Hair and Jewellery: Long hair must be kept tidy and secured back. All types of jewellery, including rings, earrings, and watches, must be removed before training to ensure safety during sparring and self-defence practices.
• Nails: Keep fingernails and toenails trimmed to avoid injuries to yourself or others during training.

Specific Guidelines for Boys/Men

• Wear the standard LBKI Karate uniform with the club badge.
• A white t-shirt may be worn under the uniform shirt.
• Extra pants should not be worn underneath the Karate pants.

Specific Guidelines for Girls/Women

• The standard LBKI Karate uniform with the club badge is mandatory.
• A white t-shirt may be worn under the uniform shirt.
• Black or white tights may be worn under Karate pants.
• For those wearing them for religious reasons, plain black pull-on headscarves are allowed.
• Use only black or white hair ties; metallic clips and headbands are prohibited.

Note: During the warmer months from December to March, LBKI training t-shirts may replace the standard uniform shirt for training purposes.

This uniform policy ensures that all students train in a safe, professional, and respectful environment. Compliance with these guidelines reflects your dedication to the discipline and community of our club.