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🥋 First Time at BARUM JIU-JITSU  Your first class is beginner-friendly and designed to make you feel comfortable. You’ll learn basic movements, positions, and simple techniques in a safe, structured environment. No experience is needed.

What to Bring

• Comfortable workout clothes (T-shirt + shorts/leggings)
• Flip-flops or sandals (for off the mat)
• Water bottle
• Positive attitude
• 👉 If you have a Gi (uniform), bring it.

A typical class includes:

1. Warm-up
2. Technique instruction
3. Partner drills
4. Optional light sparring (no pressure to participate)

This is about respect for the space and the people in it.
Be clean — always
*Shower before class if you’re coming from work
*Use deodorant
*Keep nails trimmed (hands and feet)
*Clean gear only — no exceptions
Be respectful of the environment
*Keep shoes OFF the mats (always)
*Use shoes or sandals when off the mats
*Pick up after yourself
Help keep the gym clean
*Be on time
*Walking in late disrupts class and your partner
*If you are late, quietly check in with the coach before joining
Phones & distractions
*Keep phone use minimal
*No filming without permission
Listen when the coach is teaching
*Stop talking
*Face the instructor
*Be present

This is what keeps everyone safe and builds a strong team culture.
Respect your training partner.
*You are responsible for your partner’s safety
*Match intensity — don’t go 100% with a beginner
*No ego training
Control over strength
*Technique > strength
*Move with control, not aggression
*Wild or explosive movements cause injuries
Tapping is normal
*Tap early, tap often
*If your partner taps — release immediately
*No exceptions
Hygiene on the mat
*Never train if you have:
*Skin infections
*Open cuts
*Any contagious condition
This is non-negotiable
Position awareness
*Be aware of your surroundings
*If you’re rolling into another pair:
           *Pause and reset
*Higher belts usually have right of way, but everyone should stay aware
No coaching during rolls (unless asked)
*Let your partner learn
*Focus on your own training
Ask before going hard
*Especially with new people
*A simple: “Want to go light?” goes a long way
Respect rank & experience
*Line up when class starts/ends
*Listen to higher belts and instructors
*No need to be formal — just respectful
After Class
*Thank your partner
*Clean up your area
Take care of your gear
*Ask questions if you have them
Mindset for Day One
*You don’t need to be in shape
*You don’t need to “win” anything
*Just focus on learning
*Everyone started exactly where you are.