Rules & Code of Conduct

BJJ UNION · London

At BJJ UNION, we are committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and professional training environment for everyone. By following these guidelines, you help create a positive experience for all members of our community.

Respect & Sportsmanship

• Treat instructors, teammates, staff, and visitors with respect at all times.
• Show good sportsmanship before, during, and after training.
• Shake hands or bump fists before and after sparring.
• Release submissions immediately when your training partner taps.
• Apply techniques with control and consideration for your partner's safety.
• Bullying, harassment, discrimination, intimidation, or abusive behaviour will not be tolerated and may result in suspension or termination of membership.
• Respect the beliefs, backgrounds, and values of every member of the academy.

Training Etiquette

• Book your class in advance where required.
• Arrive early and be ready before class begins.
• If you arrive late, ask the instructor for permission before stepping onto the mats.
• Follow the instructor's guidance at all times.
• Pay attention during demonstrations and avoid unnecessary conversations.
• Practise only the techniques being taught unless instructed otherwise.
• If you need to leave the mat during class, inform the instructor whenever possible.

Health & Hygiene

For the safety of everyone:

• Do not attend training if you are unwell or have a contagious illness.
• Do not train with any suspected skin infection until medically cleared.
• Keep fingernails and toenails clean and trimmed.
• Wash your hands after using the bathroom.
• Clean your feet before entering the mats if required by academy procedures.
• Maintain good personal hygiene.
• Cover all cuts, abrasions, or wounds securely before training.
• Immediately inform an instructor if bleeding occurs during class.

Uniform Requirements

• Wear a clean Gi and belt for Gi classes.
• Wear an appropriate rash guard and approved shorts or spats for No-Gi sessions.
• Clothing with zips, buckles, metal parts, or anything that could cause injury is not permitted.
• Remove all jewellery, watches, and piercings before training.
• Avoid wearing makeup that may stain uniforms or mats.

Academy Facilities

• Remove footwear before entering the mat area.
• Wear footwear whenever leaving the mats.
• Use the changing rooms rather than public areas.
• No food is permitted on the mats.
• Keep drinks in designated areas unless otherwise permitted.
• Help keep the academy clean, tidy, and safe for everyone.
• BJJ UNION cannot accept responsibility for lost or stolen personal belongings.

Safety

• Report any injury immediately to an instructor.
• Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring children are prepared before class, including using the bathroom where appropriate.
• Photography or video recording of other members is not permitted without their consent.
• Unsupervised mat use is only permitted when authorised by the academy and is undertaken entirely at the participant's own risk.

Our Commitment

BJJ UNION is built on respect, discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement. By following these rules, every member contributes to a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.

Thank you for helping us maintain the standards that make BJJ UNION a positive place to train.