CODE OF CONDUCT

Code of conduct and safety protocols

Have fun, be safe

All members, including coaches and other support, of the Tosetti Institute of Martial Arts & Fitness shall treat themselves and others with respect, especially in regards to other’s physical, mental, and emotional health. Members will adhere to safety protocols during martial and fitness activities.

The Institute is a safe place and we strive to keep it that way. However, participating in martial arts inherently brings risks. The best way to keep ourselves safe is to make us responsible for each other’s safety. Communication before, during, and after club activities is key to this goal. Each fighter should have, maintain, and wear proper safety equipment, including the activity-appropriate weapons. Before each bout, communicate with each other about who has what gear and what level of force is acceptable. If you see a member engaged in unsafe behavior or missing gear, remind them about it. Everyone makes mistakes, but by being vigilant and responsible to each other we can minimize accidents. If you ever feel that you cannot safely participate with a person, you are always free to decline an invitation or discontinue a bout.

Issues, incidents, or any other violation of this Code of Conduct should be brought to the attention of the coaches immediately or, failing that, as soon as humanly possible. It's much easier to have a conversation when all parties are present in person. Issues, incidents, and violations will also be brought to the Board, who may discipline or expel members following an investigation and hearing process.

The Tosetti Institute of Martial Arts & Fitness is a member of the HEMA Alliance and follows their Code of Conduct.

Our Mission

The purpose of this organization is to operate as a nonprofit mutual benefit social club under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(7), organized exclusively for the pleasure, recreation, and mutual benefit of its members. The club promotes camaraderie, community, and wellness through activities including Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), submission wrestling, and physical fitness. In addition, the club will attempt to preserve the legacy of Paul Tosetti, martial artist extraordinaire and autodidact of all things combat related, who is the inspiration for the founding of this organization. The organization exists to provide opportunities for recreational training, skill development, and educational enrichment through training sessions, workshops, sparring events, fitness challenges, and social gatherings. 

Diversity and inclusivity

“Swords don’t discriminate and neither do we” - Triangle Sword Guild

The Tosetti Institute of Martial Arts and Fitness is committed to fostering camaraderie, community, and wellness for its members while bettering ourselves, individually and as a club. Doing so requires an environment of trust and respect that is free of racist, sexist, homophobic, ableist, elitist, entitled, and unjust attitudes, comments, behaviors, and actions. We will not tolerate any prejudice or harassment based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, color, disability, religion, pregnancy, or any other characteristic not listed. Any violations of this policy should be immediately reported to coaches and the Board for investigation and may result in disciplinary action or expulsion.

The Tosetti Institute of Martial Arts & Fitness is a member of the HEMA Alliance and follows their Expectations and Non-harassment Policy.