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Helpful Guidelines and Rules for the New Academy

Helpful Guidelines and Rules for the New Academy

Hi everyone!  

We want to provide clear and helpful guidelines for your information to help make our entire community's experience at the new academy a better one.  Check these out!

1. Parking

There are several (5) short term parking spots in the immediate front of the academy.  We ask that you use these for drop off or quick stop visits only.  For longer term parking (15 minutes or more) please use the lot behind the academy which is accessible through a driveway to the left of Tursi's. There is a rear entrance to the academy from that lot. Overflow parking should be in front of Tursi's Soccer.

2. Hygiene and Mat Cleanliness

  • If you are on the hardwood floor, shoes are allowed and encouraged.  Only bare feet are allowed on the mats.  We have convenient foot washing stations that we ask everyone to use before stepping onto the mats if you've had bare feet on the hardwood floor. We have a supply of Five Rings sandals for sale in our Pro Shop for anyone that wants some!
  • Clean gis and clean bodies are required - don't be the stinky partner! (aka deodorant is your friend!)
  • Trim your finger and toenails regularly
  • If you spot a skin abnormality (redness, raised bumps, anything out of the ordinary), please check in with a coach before rolling.  Let's reduce the risk of spreading ringworm, staph, and other mat fungi by being responsible humans
  • If you are sick, stay off the mats (see above)

3. High Traffic or Peak Hour Etiquette

Due to the acoustics of the new space, we are asking our membership to be conscientious about the noise levels in the room... particularly during peak times.  Youth and evening classes can get loud if we don't moderate our voices at those times.  Thanks in advance for your consideration.

4. Youth Supervision and Parent Observation Areas

  • If you and/or your child arrive early or are in the academy outside of their regular class times, we ask that you maintain supervision of your child.
  • The new coffee/cooler area is for adults only and will be running on a suggested donation of $1 per serving
  • During youth class times, we are encouraging adults to remain in the lobby to help coaches to maintain athlete focus (exceptions for kids experiencing separation anxiety to be considered on case by case basis)

5. Check In/Attendance

Make sure to use the MindBody interface to check you or your child in for classes.  This is our primary method to track attendance and is used for evaluating adult promotions.  Tablets are (or will be soon) available at both the front desk and the rear of the academy by the shoe shelves.

6. General Community Awareness

Please do your best to help us make Five Rings a great place to be!  Notify a staff member to help with any spills or trash pick up.  Communicate about ways to help us improve - we are open to your suggestions!

7. Amenities

Take advantage of the new and continuing amenities at the academy:

  • Infant Changing Table in Restroom
  • ADA Unisex Shower
  • Bottle Fill and Multi Height Water Fountains
  • Hygiene Products Available in Restrooms
  • Towel Service for Showers
  • Coffee Bar and Drink Cooler ($1 suggested donation per drink)
  • Comfortable Lobby Seating

 


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Shane

I have done nothing but lose since joining Five Rings- as in lost 6 inches off my waist and nearly 40 lbs off my gut. I started with Five Rings a year and a half ago as a 43 year old, out of shape, frustrated ex-athlete and it has been an incredible journey for me since. The Professors and coaches create a great atmosphere whether you are in it for fitness or "joy-jitsu" or looking to compete and excel. I cannot recommend Five Rings enough!

Pip S.

I once heard an analogy that if one inadvertently falls into water, their go-to would be to swim or to float to survive, if - they knew how. Likewise if someone takes you to the ground against your will, knowing BJJ is just what may save you. So with that, I like the thought of maybe one day that my daughters can get themselves out of a situation by having that skill. Whether 5 years from now or 20, because they were able to swim to safety or thwarted an attack by knowing how to defend themself that took just seconds to execute, all these hours driving them to swim & BJJ class will all be worth it. As for myself, I joined Five Rings when I enrolled my kiddo earlier this year.  It was a why-the-heck-not moment. :)  So here I am seven months into training at 48 years old, my only regret is why I didn't start sooner.  It's tough on the body, but I've never felt more fit in my life and is mad rewarding. Especially with seeing my progress from just a few months ago, it's exciting to know you only get better. I love the academy and the familial feel of the large group of regulars here who are loyal, train hard, and enjoy doing it. So on this Thanksgiving, a big thanks to all the 5RJJ professors & coaches & training partners!  You guys truly make me better after each class & open mat.

Danny S.

The environment at 5rings is one that promotes a positive learning culture. As an owner of another martial arts school in the area, I've seen a lot of different schools and methods for teaching - and by far, 5rings does an amazing job. I highly recommend for adults and children of all skill levels. Keep up the great work 5rings!

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