STUDIO DRESS CODE:
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Sandals MUST be worn in the studio at all times when not on the mat. No exceptions.
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Shoes must NOT be placed next to the mats. Please store shoes on the shoe rack or in the locker rooms.
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Jewelry, watches and fitbit devices may not be warn on the mat during practice.
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If possible, we ask that parents have their child dressed and ready prior to class.
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T-Shirts or rash-guards must be worn underneath the Gi at all times.
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Due to discomfort and overheating, collared shirts and sweaters must NOT be worn under Gi tops as an undershirt.
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Due to discomfort and overheating, jeans and sweat pants must NOT be worn under Gi pants.
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Students must wash their Gi after every practice.
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Fingernails and toenails must be cleaned and trimmed prior to each class.
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Prescription glasses may be worn on the mat while watching techniques; however, they must be removed prior to drill or sparring.
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Athletic tops and shorts must be worn for No-Gi class. Street clothing is NOT acceptable.
STUDIO SAFETY:
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Any physical or verbal threats between parents or students will lead to permanent removal from the studio. No exceptions.
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For the safety and concentration of our youth students, we ask that parents refrain from talking to their child while class is in progress.
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Due to the height and possible fall risk, we ask that no children sit on the parent bleachers.
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No running, screaming or loud noises in the lobby.
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To prevent tripping hazards, we ask that parents and guests please refrain from sitting on the hallway floors to watch classes.
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To prevent tripping hazards, all gym bags and shoes must be kept off of the studio floor.
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Absolutely no slamming your partner on the mats.
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Due to the possibility for neck injuries, absolutely no neck cranking.
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Due to the possibility for back injuries, absolutley no applying spinal pressure.
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If your partner taps, you must release from your submission immediately.
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For safety and concentration purposes, unless you are the Professor, no coaching amongst students while sparring.
MAT ETIQUETTE:
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Bow before stepping on and off the mats.
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All students must line up with attendance card in hand.
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All students must line up in descending order of belt rank.
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All classes begin with a formal bow to the pictures of Grand Master Carlos Sr., Professor Christian Uflacker and Professor Bruce Guevara.
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Refer to black belt instructor as “Professor” and non-black belt instructor as “Coach.”
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Please count as a team during warm ups and at the end, during sit-ups. You may talk quietly during stretching.
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All students must sit or stand in a good posture, in a circle, when instructor is demonstrating technique.
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No talking when instructor is demonstrating technique.
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Bow to your partner before and after practice.
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Talking should be kept to a minimum level and pertain to class subject.
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This is a family atmosphere, no foul language in academy.
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If you are late to class and technique has started, please stand by sideline and ask instructor’s permission.
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If you need to leave early, please approach instructor.
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If you are taking advanced class, you must stay until end of class to bow out, even if you are not participating in sparring.
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The belt represents your progress; keep it on during class.
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When tying your belt in line, please face away from instructor.
VISITOR ETIQUETTE:
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Any question or concerns must be addressed the Professor or assistant coaches.
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If you bring non-attending siblings or friends with your child during a class, please make sure they remain in the lobby.
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Any toys or electronic devices brought with a small child must be cleaned up prior to leaving.
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While in the studio, absolutely NO negative comments about other students, the studio or the Professor to other visitors or parents.
PROMOTIONS & COMPETITIONS:
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Promotions are received through discipline, hard work and attendance. Please do not approach the Professor about a promotion.
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Parents will be approached about their child's eligibility to receive a promotion. Please do not approach the Professor about a promotion.
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Students must approach the Professor prior to any competition registration.
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Strict competition schedules must be followed by all students who are competing.