Safety Protocol

Safety Protocols

Safety is a required standard in every class. All students, coaches, and visitors are expected to follow these protocols at all times.

These standards are designed to reduce risk and maintain a controlled training environment for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai training.

General Safety Standards

  • All classes are led or supervised by qualified instructors
  • Techniques are demonstrated before live application
  • Students are expected to follow instructor direction at all times
  • Reckless behavior, uncontrolled movement, and excessive force are not permitted

Tap Protocol

  • Tapping is the universal signal to stop immediately
  • All students must release submissions as soon as a partner taps
  • Failure to release immediately may result in removal from training

Hygiene Requirements

  • Clean gi, no-gi attire, or class-appropriate training gear is required for every class
  • Fingernails and toenails must be trimmed
  • No training with open wounds, skin infections, or communicable conditions
  • Mats are cleaned and disinfected regularly

Equipment Standards

  • No jewelry, watches, or hard accessories on the mat
  • Students must wear approved training gear for the class type
  • Protective equipment may be required for striking classes, including gloves, shin guards, and mouthguards

Injury Protocol

  1. Report any injury to the instructor immediately
  2. Stop training if injury is suspected
  3. Return to training only after appropriate recovery
  4. Emergency services will be contacted when necessary

Youth Program Safety

  • Youth classes are structured by age and skill level
  • Instruction emphasizes control, coordination, discipline, and safe partner interaction
  • Unsupervised sparring is not allowed
  • Disruptive behavior, running, and horseplay are not allowed on the mats

Striking Program Safety

  • Muay Thai and striking classes use controlled contact only
  • Required protective gear must be worn when applicable
  • Pad work, drills, and sparring are instructor-supervised
  • No unsanctioned sparring is permitted

Participant Responsibility

Martial arts training carries inherent physical risk. These protocols are in place to reduce risk, not eliminate it. Compliance with all safety standards is required for participation.

Contact

Nova Geração Davis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
215 Madson Place, Suite B
Davis CA 95618
Email: novageracaodavis@gmail.com
Website: www.novageracaodavis.com

Safety is enforced in every class.

Students are expected to train with control, follow instruction, and protect their training partners.

Structured training. Professional coaching. Clear expectations.