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Urban Jiu-jitsu Rules

Security

Do not pull your training partners backwards, putting undue pressure on the knees. Pull your partners to the side instead. 

Avoid distractions when sparring. 

Do not jump high in the air and land hard on your opponent’s back from an elevated position. Use technique rather than brute force. If you are landing on someone’s face or neck from a cartwheel pass; for example, quickly fix the pass or use a different one. 

Inform your instructor or training partner of injuries before sparring. (If your injuries are extensive, people may not want to train, so another solution may be required). 

Training under the influence will not be tolerated. 

Do not attack fingers or toes, pull hair, bite, gouge, fish-hook, nor apply neck cranks or slams. 

Follow belt specific techniques as listed by international organizations. For example, wristlocks are listed as blue-belt techniques and knee-bars are listed as brown belt techniques in the gi. You will learn these techniques at scheduled points, but do not apply them in sparring before you acquire the appropriate belt (or you are training under the appropriate no-gi level) unless given permission by your instructor or training partner, depending on the situation. 

Avoid brute force when applying submissions. 

Release immediately on a tap (physical or verbal) and tap quickly in any risky situation to avoid injury. 

Clothing 

There are no-gi classes, but Urban Jiu-jitsu Canada is predominantly a uniform school. 

All color uniforms are allowed, but please do not wear uniforms with multiple holes and always wear undergarments (underwear and rash guards). Whether you are looking for blue belt techniques or another level, try out our Brazilian jiu jitsu school in Oakville. 

Visitors can train with their own gear and patches. 

Students can use their own gear 

Align uniform and belt properly when not rolling/sparring. 

Do not attend with an unclean uniform. (You may be asked to sit out if no loaner is available). 

Wash clothes immediately. 

Hygiene

Bring your own water bottle for the water filter. 

Check your feet for cleanliness before walking on the mat. 

Use slippers beyond the front desk area. 

Finger nails and toenails must be clipped clean. 

Do not attend classes if you feel sick or you have a contagious rash. 

Barefoot only on the mat (Wrestling shoes may be okay for no-gi if cleared by the professor. )

Please be patient when mats are being cleaned (This protects all of us). 

General 

Try to leave ego at the door (Ego leads to injury). 

Try not to act on personal problems (ask questions if you feel comfortable doing so). 

Sign up at the front desk prior to entering a class. 

Please show up on time for classes to avoid interruptions. 

Please bow when entering the mats area as a sign of respect. 

Please restrict peer coaching to open mat sessions. 

Ask questions if you are unsure. 

Avoid foul language. 

Always respect your instructors and training partners. 

Bow and shake your training partner’s hands.

Please do not be distracted or distract others during instructions.

Do not be overly aggressive when training. 

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I, the undersigned, claim that I am of at least 18 years of age and competent to sign this image release and liability waiver. I will sign this release after I read it, ensure I understand its content, and freely accept the terms. 

a) I hereby allow Urban Jiujitsu Canada, its agents and employees, to record and use my image or voice caught in any renderings including images that appear on social media such as Instagram or Tiktok and any connected written descriptions thereof, audio phone recordings, T.V appearances, photographs, digital images, newspaper stories (offline or offline), miscellaneous sounds, video recordings, audio clips, drawings, and other renderings of any nature. I agree that Urban Jiujitsu Canada owns all rights related to materials containing my voice or renderings of my image and the materials themselves. I understand that Urban Jiujitsu Canada agrees to not physically alter the original images or voice representations in any way by using programs such as Photoshop, but I hereby waive any right to verify the authenticity of or approve of published images or recordings that portray me in any electronic or printed matter that may contain them. I understand that my images and voice representations may be publicized in any manner including but not limited to advertisement posters, posts on social media such as Meta or X, sponsored websites such as Youtube or Google, promotions, publications, podcast, radio or T.V broadcasts, without me receiving notification of aforementioned use. I hereby relinquish any liability, claims or damages associated which I may ever potentially attain in relation to printed, digitized, audio-visual or any other use of my image and voice in connection with Urban Jiujitsu Canada. I release Urban Jiujitsu Canada, its agents, and employees, and any firm authorized to release any type of information, finished product, or publication of any type containing my images or voice recordings from the previously cited liability, damages, or claims. 

b) I acknowledge that my performance and attendance at Urban Jitsu Canada INC, in other provinces/territories besides Ontario, and abroad at events such as tournaments and seminars may be filmed or photographed and used by Urban Jiujitsu Canada for marketing purposes. I concede the use of my images and voice for such purposes and waive my right to any compensation thereof even if I no longer train at Urban Jiujitsu Canada. I approve of Urban Jiujitsu Canada sending me correspondence via email, mail, or telephone. I agree to the rules, terms, and conditions involved with participating in the grappling arts, being fully conscious of the dangers associated with such training. I profess that I have received a copy of Urban Jiujitsu Canada’s training/rolling rules and general rules, have read the rules, understand them, and will abide by them. I accept that disobeying the rules could lead to suspension or expulsion at the instructor’s discretion and that I will not be entitled to a refund. 

c) I, the undersigned, cede that I will personally cover any medical expenses that may emerge as a consequence of any injury or psychological trauma sustained while taking part in any event, training session, tournament, seminar, class connected to Urban Jiujitsu Canada in any way. I grant permission to a trained medical professional to administer emergency medical aid should an accident, sickness, or injury come to pass. In the event I sustain an injury, I attest my health insurance will cover any associated costs. 

d) I herewith voluntarily submit my application for participation and enrollment in training sponsored or provided by Urban Jiujitsu Canada. I guarantee that I have informed the head instructor of any health issues. I do hereby release Urban Jiujitsu Canada, their shareholders, authorized guests and directors, representatives, owners, members, employees, instructors and  volunteers, independently, jointly, or otherwise, from any and all liabilities and/or claims of harm, accident, death and/or physical, psychological, or spiritual losses I may sustain or incur, if any, while taking part in training sessions, attending classes, or participating in seminars, tournaments or events. I also hold Urban jiujitsu Canada harmless in the event of personal injury I may cause to another attendee from the normal, rare, common, abnormal, aggressive, accidental, or intentional, use of the techniques and/or exercises applied before, during, and after the classes, special events, training sessions, seminars, normal events, and tournaments or events. I assume the risk of all injury and or psychological trauma that could arise from participation, and I recognize I realize that any activity connected to martial arts involves the potential for injury or death 

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______________________________________ ________________________________________ Brazilian jiu jitsu is safe but no sport is perfect. Our Brazilian jiu jitsu school in Oakville focus on safety. 

Competitions can often increase learning speed for anyone, and they can be exciting and engaging. Nevertheless, individuals are different. In South Korea, there is a beginners’ category even before the normal white belt competition level. Some students compete after only six weeks of training, but this only suits a select few. Most have to slowly prepare themselves for the task with instruction on rules, strategy, pacing, and security (truly helpful training will be provided for those who wish to compete as the owner has competed in 160 tournaments at open weight/absolute).  Sufficient engaged training will allow people to be excited about tournaments and use them as a positive learning experience. Urban Jiu-Jitsu Canada will never push students into competing nor pressure them to perform well. There are different paths to promotion and success for both competitors and non-competitors. Brazilian jiu jitsu competitions are joyful, but even joyful events require preparation. 

Nevertheless, our competition training program is designed to help you prepare for martial arts competitions at the regional, national, and international levels if anyone chooses this path. . Our experienced coaches will work with you to develop your skills, strategy, and mindset, and help you achieve your goals. Visit our lovely Brazilian jiu jitsu school in Oakville.