GYM RULES & ETIQUETTE

Our Guidelines for a Safe and Respectful Training Environment

To keep everyone safe, focused, and progressing together, we ask all members to follow a few simple rules

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Respect, Safety, and Cleanliness Come First

At Jake Mackenzie School of Jiu Jitsu, we believe that a great training environment starts with shared standards. These rules help ensure everyone can train safely, improve steadily, and enjoy being part of a respectful and focused community.

Our 14 Rules and Etiquettes for Success on the Mats

Whether you’re new or experienced, please take a moment to review them before stepping on the mats.

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ONE

Respect Comes First

Leave your ego at the door and be respectful to others.

TWO

Be Punctual

Be on time for class. Arrive 10 minutes before class to be in your gi and ready to bow in on time.

THREE

Late? Wait Outside

If you are late for class, please wait outside the mat until the instructor waves you in to join the class.

FOUR

No Shoes on Mats

Mats stay clean. Make sure to use sandals or flip flops when off the mats.

FIVE

Quiet When Instructing

Please avoid talking while instructor is teaching or demonstrating.

SIX

Stay Clean

Keep finger and toenails cut short at all times, hands and feet must be clean (We have nail clipper available if required).

SEVEN

Wear a Rash Guard

Rash guards or t shirt under gi tops for men and women.

EIGHT

No Jewelry

Remove all jewelery and piercings before class. No metal objects are to be worn on the mats.

NINE

Win and Lose Well

Be gracious in victory and defeat – Don’t talk about submitting someone and don’t make excuses when submitted.

TEN

Train Aware

Be aware of your surroundings and maintain a safe environment when training.

ELEVEN

Show Courtesy

Show courtesy before and after each sparring session.

TWELVE

Respect Rank

Respect those you train with and your instructors. Rank is a symbol of knowledge and wisdom.

THIRTEEN

Uniform Guidelines

No patches or logos of other gyms on uniforms. With exception to Gfteam affiliate schools.

FOURTEEN

No Flying Techniques

Absolutely no flying guard pulls or flying submission in any training sessions on any level. ****

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