Respect
Always be respectful to training partners, instructors, and the neighboring community.
Maintain a positive attitude, no ego’s, practice gratitude, and good sportsmanship.
Greet and shake hands with your training partners & coaches.
Practice the art of gratitude by bowing before entering and exiting the mat.
Hygiene
Follow basic hygiene practices (hands, feet, trimmed nails, shower before & after, no jewelry, or zippers).
No shoes on the jiu jitsu mats, and please take shoes off on the black rubber mats in the doorway.
Clean up after yourself, and wash your apparel daily.
Use communal sandals in the bathroom or sink area. Wear shoes or sandals when stepping outside.
Stay home if you are sick, have a fever or cough, or any infections. Communicate any concerns with coaches to get clearance.
Classroom Etiquette
Arrive ready to have fun, ready to learn and grow, and share the mats with your amazing teammates! Life is short on this earth so make it a party!
Punctuality, do your best to make it to class on time it makes coaches joyful that you are showing your respect for their time and efforts. Be prepared to minimize any distractions for others when class is in session. Classes are approximately 1.5 - 2 hrs and you may come late or excuse yourself early when necessary, just give coaches the heads up we understand the constant juggling of life.
Zero tolerance regarding harassment of any kind: sexual, racism, homophobia, & any forms of discrimination.
Resolve any potential conflict with reflection, honesty, and communication. Proceed with a willingness to compromise, adjust, forgive, or let be.
Training Partner Awareness
Go slow if you are new, take rest rounds as needed, and be mindful of others.
Tap early, tap loudly, tap often, and do not force any dangerous positions. We will kick you out if you intentionally hurt anybody.
Be humble, and communicate any limitations or awareness of injuries.
Understand any size or strength differentials during sparring w/ partners.
Support each other’s training and growth.
HAVE FUN!
*Studio86 has the right to deny services to anyone in violation of these standards and policies as determined by coaches.