Club Etiquette

• Listen to the instructor at all times
• Act with integrity, humility, honour and respect.  Remember you are a representative of our club and our sport both on and off the mat. 
• Always try to be helpful and supportive of your training partners
• Don’t brag about / celebrate tapping/beating an opponent out during training.
• We reserve the right to discontinue training for any student that we deem as disrespectful or persistently disobedient and their behaviour is detrimental to the other students training.  Discipline is embedded in the culture of martial arts, and is required for training. 
• Be an example to lower belts. 
• Do not talk while the instructor is showing a technique.
• Don’t stop drilling a technique until the instructor tells you to stop.
• Don’t try and teach someone a technique - leave that to the coaches.
• Don’t leave a mess and clear up after yourself
• Turn your phone on vibrate or silent mode. (unless a major event is expected in which case let your instructor know.)
• Let your Instructor know if you expect a lengthy absence from classes.
• Always let your Instructor know if you are injured or ill.
• Always respect the tap or a partners request to “calm it down”.

For your safety

• Listen to your instructor at all times.
• Be aware of using strength over technique. Take care of your training partners. Do not crank submissions.
• Always respect the tap.
• Be aware of your surroundings.  If you think you might fall off the edge of the mat and/or collide into others - stop, move and reset.  
• Muay Thai sparring should be playful by default.  Always ensure you wear appropriate protective equipment.
• You must agree to be willing to receive first aid.
• Ensure your emergency contact details are shared and up to date.
• As MMA/BJJ/Muay-Thai are close contact sports, you agree to not train while sick or afflicted by any infectious condition (eg. ring-worm).
• Ensure you have the appropriate safety equipment and remove all jewellery when training (see equipment)
• Always disclose relevant medical conditions. (see medical conditions)

Hygiene

• Don’t walk on the mats in your shoes or flip flops.
• Do wear flip flops or shoes when you go to the toilet.
• If you have any cuts tape them up.
• Don’t forget to cut your nails.
• Wash your uniform after every use.
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene

Punctuality and leaving the mat

• Please turn up to class on time.

Equipment

• Please ensure you have the appropriate training and safety equipment. These can be purchased online or from shops. 
• Remove all jewellery when training.
• Bring water (preferably in an environmentally friendly container)
• A well stocked kit bag would include:
  
• 10-14oz fully closed gloves
• Hand Wraps
• Shin Guards
• Mouth Guard 
• BJJ Gi / Kimono and belt 
• Rashguard & Spats
• MMA Gloves (Optional)
• Groin guard
• Please help with setup and tidy-up at the start and end of class.
• Respect club equipment and treat it as if it was your own.