I'm updating the student manual I use, and debating what should go in there. I could post most of the info on the public website, and could create a members-only area to store the rest, but I do like having a paper manual to review with a new student. I probably prefer it because it's what I had. That said, what do you put in your manual?
Here's a list of stuff that's in it or that I'm considering (all off the top of my head, so probably skipping something):
Any thoughts on what's on that list or isn't would be appreciated. I've used 3-ring binders up until now, so students could put their notes in them, and I could add/remove/replace pages as needed. I'm considering having a small batch printed to reduce the cost and make them easier to store. To go that route, I need to get them closer to a fixed product.
Here's a list of stuff that's in it or that I'm considering (all off the top of my head, so probably skipping something):
- Dojo rules and etiquette
- How to tie and fold the uniform
- Testing/rank requirements (possibly not a complete list)
- List of techniques (might be in the requirements)
- History of the art/style
- Recommended reading list
- Some articles (this might include self-defense/self-protection topics and philosophy)
- Payment terms
- Equipment requirements/recommendations
- List of other equipment available for purchase? (since I don't have a place to display anything)
- Basic vocabulary (I'm considering re-instituting a vocabulary test early on, so I can stop re-explaining terms)
Any thoughts on what's on that list or isn't would be appreciated. I've used 3-ring binders up until now, so students could put their notes in them, and I could add/remove/replace pages as needed. I'm considering having a small batch printed to reduce the cost and make them easier to store. To go that route, I need to get them closer to a fixed product.