HAJIME's Code of Conduct
Hajime Dance School's highest priority is providing a safe and enjoyable learning environment for everyone studying Brazilian Zouk, Lambada, and West Coast Swing (WCS).
We believe everyone has the right to enjoy dancing somewhere they feel safe, and we are committed to building a community grounded in mutual respect.
By taking part in our classes or events, you agree to this Code of Conduct and to following what is set out here. If anyone acts against it, we may respond in a way appropriate to the situation — including a warning, corrective guidance, or, where necessary, asking the person to leave.
1. Safety Precautions for Illnesses
Hajime Dance School places the highest priority on the physical safety of our participants and of the wider public.
■ If You Feel Unwell
・If you start to feel unwell during a class, social, or event, please tell a member of staff right away.
・If you have symptoms such as a fever, cough, or fatigue, please don't push yourself to attend — let us know in advance.
■ Transparency and Sharing Information
・If someone attends while concealing that they are unwell, or is found to have given false information about infectious symptoms, we may restrict their participation.
・If you test positive for COVID-19 or a similar illness after attending an event, please contact us as soon as you know.
・If there is a possible risk of infection, we will notify everyone who attended the event as soon as we become aware of it.
2. Diversity and Inclusion
3. Safety on the Dance Floor: Technique
4. Safety on the Dance Floor: Personal Boundaries
5. Harassment
We do not tolerate harassment in any form.
Examples of behaviour this covers:
• Inappropriate language or behaviour
• Intimidation, insults, or persistent harassment
• Following or stalking
• Excessive photography or filming
• Unwanted physical contact
• Unwanted sexual attention or contact
• Defamation or abuse online
• Behaviour that disrupts dancing
■ If a Problem Occurs
• Please follow instructions from staff immediately.
• If you do not, we may ask you to leave the event or bar you from attending in future. No refund will be given.
• If you experience or witness harassment, please tell a member of staff, the reception desk, or an instructor.
• Reports can also be made anonymously.