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.
- Sign in before starting class
- No Food in the gym
- Be on time. Tardiness should be an exception, not the norm. If late to class, wait for the coach’s permission before entering the mat
- Wear a rash guard under your gi
- All students must have a Gracie Raleigh patch on their uniform
- No dirty feet/shoes on the mat
- You must wear shoes/flip flops when not on the mat
- All jewelry, piercing necklaces and other Items should be removed during training
- Wait until previous class is finished before entering the gym
- Be respectful
- Address the instructors as coach
- During class, when the instructor is demonstrating the techniques, every student must sit or stand in good posture
- Talking should be kept to a minimum and should be related to the class
- All training gear and bags should be left in the locker room, or designated areas
- Help in keeping the locker room and gym clean
- Always wear a clean uniform
- Be respectful to your training partners
- Keep fingernails and toenails neatly trimmed
- No shoes, food, or drink on the mat
- Bow before stepping on the mat for class
- No foul language
- Wear a shirt or Gi top when in the gym
- Heel Hooks are only allowed during No Gi by colored belts
- White belts should not ask black belts to roll
- You must have a white stripe to start standing up during Sparring
Kids Class Rules
- 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