Respect

• Always be respectful to training partners, instructors, and the community.

• Maintain a positive attitude, no ego’s, practice gratitude, and good sportsmanship.

• Greet and shake hands with your training partners & coaches.

• Bow before entering and exiting the mat.

• Resolve any potential conflict with reflection, honesty, and communication. Proceed with a willingness to compromise, adjust, forgive, or let be.

Hygiene

• Follow basic hygiene practices (hands, feet, trimmed nails, shower before & after, no jewelry, or zippers).

• Clean up after yourself, and wash your apparel daily.

• Use communal sandals in the bathroom or sink area. Wear shoes or sandals when stepping outside.

• Stay home if you are sick, have a fever or cough, or any infections. Communicate any concerns with coaches to get clearance.

Classroom Etiquette

• Punctuality, do your best to make it to class on time and prepared to minimize any distractions for others when class is in session.

• Minimize talking during instructions.

• No coaching from parents, or students unless you are a brown or black belt, or approved to do so by coaches.

• Zero tolerance regarding harassment of any kind, racism, homophobia, & any forms of discrimination.

Training Partner Awareness

• Go slow if you are new, take rest rounds as needed, and be mindful of others.

• Tap early, tap loudly, tap often, and do not force any dangerous positions.

• Be humble, and communicate any limitations or awareness of injuries.

• Understand any size or strength differentials during sparring w/ partners.

• Support each other’s training and growth.

• HAVE FUN!

*Studio86 has the right to deny services to anyone in violation of these standards and policies as determined by coaches.