AB Mixed Martial Arts Rules
Designed to provide a safe and consistent learning environment for all students.
- Students must bow before entering the mat.
- Classes begin with students lining up and facing the instructor.
- Classes end with a handshake to the instructor and everyone.
- For safety reasons, if you are late sit by the side of the mat and wait for permission from the Professor.
- For safety reasons, if you need to leave the mat or leave earlier you must ask permission from the Professor.
- Shake hands with your partner before and after practice.
- Talking should be kept to a minimum level and should relate to the class subject.
- No foul language inside the school.
- Keep finger and toe nails short and filed (not sharp) for everyone’s safety.
- Students must refer to the instructor as a professor.
- The Gi must be washed after every practice. A dirty Gi is a sign of disrespect.
- When tying the Gi, face the wall.
- The belt represents your progress. Keep it on.
- All metal objects, jewelry, piercing, necklace, or other such items should be removed.
- No shoes, food, or drink on the mat.
- No Cell Phones in the mat.
- Nobody should be shirtless on the mat or out of the locker room.
- No neck cranks, knee bars, heel hooks, or intentional slamming during takedowns or guard work.
- Work out within your physical limits.
- Have fun!
