LION BUDOKAN KARATE INTERNATIONAL
UNIFORM & DRESS CODE
The LBKI uniform represents your commitment to discipline, respect, and the traditions of karate. All students are required to wear the approved uniform at every session.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
UNIFORM STANDARDS FOR ALL STUDENTS
Members must wear LBKI-approved uniforms to all sessions to uphold the club’s high dress standards. Compliance with these guidelines reflects your dedication to the discipline and community of our club.
Uniform
Approved Attire
- Members must wear LBKI-approved uniforms to all sessions.
- All attire must include the appropriate Dogi with the club badge and the belt awarded by the association.
- Coloured T-shirts or sweatshirts are not permitted during training.
Fit & Maintenance
Shirt, Pants & Cleanliness
- Shirt lengths must cover the hips. Sleeves and pant legs must be properly sewn to fit — not merely folded.
- Ensure your uniform is clean and well-maintained for every class.
- Dojo Badges must be worn correctly; refer to the Uniform and Badges section for proper placement.
Hair, Jewellery & Nails
Safety Requirements
- Long hair must be kept tidy and secured back at all times.
- All jewellery including rings, earrings, and watches must be removed before training.
- Keep fingernails and toenails trimmed to avoid injuries to yourself or others.
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
GUIDELINES
Boys / Men
Specific Guidelines
- 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.
Girls / Women
Specific Guidelines
- 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.