Academy Etiquette

  1. Always show respect to your instructors and training partners. Every student receives the right to to refuse sparring or training with other individuals. 
  2. Maintain good hygiene.
  3. Keep finger and toenails short and clean to prevent injury to yourself and others. 
  4. Make sure that you bring clean and appropriate training gear. (For example: Gi, No Gi, Rashguards, Shorts.) 
  5. Keep shoes off the mat unless they are dedicated mat shoes. (For example: Wrestling / Boxing shoes.) 
  6. If you are sick or have a skin disease please do not attend class. If you exhibit any symptoms you will be asked to leave. 
  7. Do not talk while the instructor is talking.
  8. Inform the instructor if you need to leave the mat during class for the purpose of safety. 
  9. Please be respectful of others with cell phones, instructors and fellow students to prevent distraction and potential privacy issues. 
  10. Continue doing the technique or task given by the instructor until notified that you are finished. If there are any issues notify the instructor.