TIPS FOR HAVING A GREAT FIRST CLASS
WHAT IS GRAPPLING / JIU JITSU ?
Grappling encompasses many disciplines with close hand to hand combat and the use of submission holds and chokes.
So what is the difference between Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and No Gi?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a form of self defence/martial art where the smaller person through the use of technique and leverage can defeat a larger less experienced opponent. Although it is known as the “gentle art” physical prowess is encouraged. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is performed in a traditional Gi which plays a fundamental role in many of the techniques.
No Gi Jiu Jitsu/Submission Grappling utilizes the same principles of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu without the uniform and grips it offers. It is often faster paced and can closely resemble wrestling. Certain techniques used in this form would be considered illegal within tradition Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competition.
Both of these forms compliment one another.
We believe to be to a well rounded fighter one must train in all of the disciplines of “grappling”.
Preta Academy aims to blend and draw from traditional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No Gi, Submission Grappling, Wrestling, Sambo and Judo.
READ THE RULES BELOW
ETIQUETTE & POLICIES
Please listen to your instructor.
No shoes on the mat.
No bare feet off the mat.
Be on top of your personal hygiene. Wear a clean uniform.
No long nails.
No jewelry/piercings while training.
No baggy clothing or pockets for safety, no zippers/grommets to save our mats.
No foul language on the mats.
Be on time unless previously discussed with an Instructor.
Please wait mat side until the Instructor gives you permission to join if you do arrive late.
Clean up after yourself. This includes all areas of the facility.
Be respectful of classes that are already in session. Stay off of the mats unless given permission to wait on the side.
Parents, leave the coaching to our instructors.
If you are feeling unwell do not come to class.
Report all injuries / skin conditions to our staff.
No smoking inside or near the academy.
NEW STUDENTS
Check in at the front desk. Make sure a waiver is signed.
During your trial class a uniform (GI) will be provided to you if needed or a rental policy will be in enforced.
Uniforms are laundered daily. Please wear comfortable workout attire under your uniform.
For No Gi classes please wear appropriate workout clothing without pockets, grommets or zippers. Uniforms and No Gi gear can also be purchased in person at the academy.
Stay hydrated during the “allotted” water breaks. The academy does have a small sink to refill bottles.
Line up in order of rank when instructed to “line up”. If unsure don’t worry, someone will help you.
Please stay on the mats unless you have received permission to leave.
We do have a bathroom and change room.
Please have an open minded learning attitude.
Refer to the rest of our academy rules/etiquette above.