Equipment/Attire

• BJJ classes will either be ‘Gi’ or ‘No-gi’. For Gi classes, a heavy duty Gi as well as a ranked belt will be needed. Spare belts and Gis can be found at reception. A rash guard under the Gi jacket is optional. No-gi attire can include a rash guard or t-shirt, fight shorts (ideally without pockets) and long spats if necessary. Mouth guards are recommended (personal preference).

Class rules

• Ensure you arrive at training at least 10 minutes before start time

• Book class online prior to arrival

• Sign in on the computer/tablet on arrival

• Change clothes in the change room

• Juniors and kids are to arrive in their training attire for class

• Keep bags and personal items away from the mat space

Conduct during classes

• Show respect to everyone, including instructors, students, parents, reception, and teammates

Shake hands or fist bump before and after partnering for activities is required as a sign of respect and sportsmanship.

• Avoid grabbing or poking the face at all times

• Slams, striking and any untoward behaviour is prohibited

• If you pick anyone up you are responsible for placing them down safely

• To avoid any unnecessary injury or discomfort, tap immediately

• Help out teammates

• Inform the instructor if you need to leave the class before the scheduled time

• Follow the instructions of the instructor

• Generally, if you are mid roll and you bump into a higher rank, stop and reposition away from them

• Always conduct yourself in a formal and respectful manner, including shaking hands of teammates before and after each class

• Do not attended class under the influence of alcohol or drugs

• Discrimination or Bullying of any form is not tolerated.

Personal hygiene and safety

• A first aid kit will be kept at reception

• All members are to wear clean and dry uniform each class

• Wear footwear on your way to training to ensure clean feet. Shoes are to be left outside the mat space

• Footwear must be worn to and from the bathroom

• No jewellery to be worn during training

• Fingernails and toenails need to be trimmed short

• When training, be mindful of space, including avoiding the walls and teammates

• If you notice blood, stop immediately and notify an instructor so it can be cleaned up immediately

• Bringing a towel to each class is encouraged

• Protective gear, including mouthguard, headgear and knee pads are optional

• Persons must not train if they are suffering from flu like symptoms or other communicable infections that may be passed on (viral, bacterial, parasitic or fungal).

Membership

• For any membership queries talk to reception

• Ensure your account has sufficient funds for regular membership transactions

• Be aware of current timetabling to plan for attendance

• In order to participate and book session all members / free trials are required to complete an online waiver agree to TC's and other agreements