However, a member is not precluded from teaching family members or significant others. 7.4 A member, as an instructor, must make students aware of their ethical responsibilities under this Code. With Colleagues Members act with due regard to the needs and feelings of their fellow members and colleagues and treat them with courtesy and good faith. A member, as an instructor, shall take into account the traditions and practices of other legitimate martial arts. When a member knows a violation of this Code has been or is being committed by another member, and it seems appropriate, such member shall informally attempt to resolve such matter by bringing it to the notice of the member.
Informal solution is usually appropriate and encouraged.
Informal corrective efforts are made with sensitivity to any rights to confidentiality involved. When a member knows a violation of this Code has been or is being committed by another member which is of a serious nature, or which is not otherwise amenable to informal resolution, such member shall bring it to the attention of the Director or Board of Professors. All rights reserved.