Gracie Raleigh Rules

We have a set of guidelines we ask all members to follow. These rules are to help facilitate a safe and clean training environment. We require all members to follow them. The rules for the kids class and parents are below these.


Safety and Logistics

  • Wait until the previous class is finished and exiting before coming upstairs.
  • Sign into class with your mobile device on the mobile App before stepping on the mat.
  • All training gear and bags should be left in the cubbies.
  • Heel Hooks are only allowed during No Gi by colored belts. 
  • Students must have a white stripe to start standing up during Sparring.
  • All jewelry, piercings, watches, necklaces and other Items should be removed during training.

 

Hygiene

  • No food in the gym.
  • Students must wear shoes or flip flops when not on the mat. 
  • Always wear a clean uniform. Uniforms must be washed after every session.
  • No dirty feet or shoes on the mat.
  • Keep fingernails and toenails neatly trimmed. 
  • Follow the protocols outlined in the hygiene document.
  • Help in keeping the locker room and gym clean.

 

Respect

  • No foul language. 
  • Be on time. Tardiness should be an exception, not the norm.  If you’re late to class, wait for the coach’s permission before entering the mat.
  • Be respectful to the staff, coaches, and your fellow students. 
  • Address the instructors as coach or by their name.
  • During class, when the instructor is demonstrating the techniques, every student must sit or stand in good posture.
  • Talking during drilling should be kept to a minimum and should be related to the class. 
  • Wear a shirt or Gi top when in the gym.

 

Uniform

  • All Jiu-Jitsu students must have a Gracie Raleigh patch on their Gi.
  • Wear a rash guard underneath your Gi.
  • Muay Thai- Gloves and shin pads are required every class.
  • For No Gi class you must have your belt,  a rashguard, and grappling shorts  (no pockets or zippers).

 

Kids Class Rules

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  • Kids 5-7 class is white gi only
  • Kids 8-12 class will be white gi only starting 9/1/2024
  • Do not wear shoes on the mats
  • Be respectful to your instructor and classmates
  • Bow before entering and exiting the mats
  • Your Gi must have a Gracie Raleigh Patch and you must have a rashguard underneath
  • If you step on the mat before class you must be practicing Jiu Jitsu or sitting respectfully
  • Before and after each class- stand in line with good posture, belt correctly tied, with hands by your side.
  • Do not talk when the instructor is talking
  • Maintain eye contact with the instructor when he/she is speaking
  • Always try your best
  • Unless you are doing Jiu-Jitsu keep your hands to yourself
  • Treat others as you wish to be treated
  • Always sign in before class
  • Always address the instructor as sir, ma’am, or coach
  • Always shake hands before sparring
  • During Class, when the instructor is demonstrating the techniques, every student must sit or stand in good posture.

 

Parents and Guardians

  • Make class registrations as early as possible
  • Check in your student to class before each class
  • Monitor your kids off the mat during class at ALL times
  • No food or drink other than water
  • No playing on the stairs
  • No sideline coaching
  • Minimize device noise & distractions off the mat