AJJF Dress Code

The AJJF Board of Professors has identified the need for a uniform dress code that reflects the history and traditions of our ryu and at the same time takes into consideration some of the contemporary changes that take place in the martial arts world. This dress code is for all AJJF registrants attending AJJF mat activities, including clinics, contests, seminars and conventions. Not included would be massage classes or other activities in which a gi is not worn.

It is recommended that each school head use the AJJF Dress Code as a general guideline when establishing a dress code for their dojo. The Board of Professors relies on each school head to inform and educate their students about the AJJF Dress Code and the importance of following a uniform dress code that reflects the history and traditions of Danzan Ryu and our Federation.

Uniforms (gi) — General

• A gi should fit the wearer properly.
• A gi should be kept clean and in a state of good repair.
• Jacket sleeves and pant legs should not be excessively long or excessively short.

Personal — General

• Proper hygiene is important for all participants on the mat.
• Hands, feet and body should be clean before going onto the mat.
• Finger and toenails should be kept trimmed and clean.
• Head and facial hair should be properly maintained so as to not create a safety hazard on the mat.
• Watches, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry should be removed prior to going onto the mat.
• Safety type frames and lenses should be used if eyeglasses must be worn on the mat.

Kyu Ranks (white and colored belts)

• White cotton gi jacket
• White cotton gi pants

Optional

• White socks
• White or AJJF event under shirt

Dan Ranks

• White cotton gi jacket
• Black or white gi pants

Optional

• White socks
• Black socks with black hakama or black pants
• White, black or AJJF event under shirt
• Black hakama

Yodan and above

Optional

• Black cotton gi jacket & pants

Uniform Patches

Optional

• Uniform patches placed on the gi jacket should not be excessive in number. Suggested patches include the AJJF patch, the student's dojo patch and Danzan Ryu kanji patch.
• Patches displayed on a gi should not be for the purpose of commercial advertisement, a political statement or of an offensive design.

Sweatbands

Optional

• Sweatbands should be white in color. Any design or logo should be in good taste and appropriate for a martial arts event.

Other

• The AJJF Dress Code may be relaxed for special events and activities such as outdoor clinics and camps. Hats, bandanas or other special clothing may be necessary for these types of events.
• The event tee shirt for the Annual AJJF National Convention or other special sanctioned events maybe worn under a uniform for that particular event.