Health and Hygiene
Below, we'll cover some common health and safety practices we expect all our students to follow. Of course, there are many more things in your daily routine that contribute to maintaining good hygiene, but these are just a few of the common ones we encounter. Let's keep it clean and safe for everyone!
One Use, One Wash
It's essential to wash your uniform after every use, regardless of how much you sweat or any other reason you might have. An unwashed uniform increases the risk of skin infections for everyone. Fortunately, the unpleasant odor will serve as a natural reminder for you to clean it, and your instructor will likely address it by providing a clean uniform.
Trim your nails
As you know, Jiu Jitsu is a contact sport that involves grabbing and holding your opponent. It's important to ensure that no one leaves class looking like they've been in a fight with a tiger. Please remember to trim your nails! We always keep a pair of nail clippers behind the desk. So, if you hop in the car and realize your fingernails are curling over the steering wheel, don't worry! We've got you covered.
It’s not allergies, you’re sick!
If you're coughing, have a fever, headache, etc. it's best to sit this one out. Anytime you have ANY symptoms of being sick, you shouldn't train. You know your body best, and if something feels off, even if the rest of us can't tell, be considerate and take extra precautions to avoid spreading illness to your teammates.
Tap Early, Tap Often
Remember, the aim is to avoid getting caught in a submission, not to test how long you can endure one.
Often, this boils down to ego and competitive spirit. Sometimes, students hesitate to tap out, thinking they can escape, but end up getting injured. There's really not much more to say here—just TAP! It's not worth the risk.
Don't wear any hair product or make up.
Hair gel and other sticky products will mix with your sweat and transfer to your training partners. Make sure to remove them before class. The same goes for makeup—during Jiu Jitsu, it will inevitably transfer to your partner's brand-new white uniform, and they definitely won't appreciate it.
Wear Shoes when you're off the mat
When you step off the mat, please remember to slip on your shoes or sandals.
While the gym is cleaned daily, the walking areas aren't exactly sterile. The bottoms of everyone's shoes carry "who knows what," and bringing that back onto the mat isn't hygienic. Most facilities don't accept this practice, and neither do we. Let's keep our mats clean and safe for everyone!
Wear a Rash Guard
We require all participants to wear a rashguard underneath their uniform. Nobody wants to deal with a sweaty belly rubbing against them! Not only is wearing a rashguard more hygienic, but it also keeps everyone more comfortable.
Think about it—during training, you're in close contact with your partners, and a rashguard acts as a barrier that helps prevent skin infections. Plus, it absorbs sweat, making the whole experience more pleasant for everyone involved. So, do yourself and your teammates a favor by wearing a rashguard. It's a small step that makes a big difference in maintaining a clean and comfortable training environment.
