First time at BJJ?
What you want to know before walking in for the first time: where to go, who you will meet, what it costs, what to wear, and how to be a good training partner.
Where to go
Come a few minutes early, look for the Morrinsville BJJ sign at the entrance and say kia ora to a coach when you arrive.
Park nearby and bring jandals or slides for walking off the mats.
Cost + how to pay
Here are the membership options. Not sure which one suits you or your whānau? Ask a coach.
Not sure how to pay? Ask a coach before or after class.
What to bring
- Water bottle<br>Jandals/slides for walking off the mats<br>Clean towel if needed<br>A good attitude and willingness to tap early
Mat rules + etiquette
- No shoes on the mats<br>Keep nails short and remove jewellery/watches<br>Wear clean training gear<br>Respect the tap immediately<br>Tell a coach about injuries before class<br>Do not train if you are sick<br>Ask before filming or photographing others, especially rangatahi
Gi / no-gi
For your first class, clean activewear is fine. For gi classes, ask a coach about sizing before you buy one. For no-gi, wear a rashguard or t-shirt and shorts or leggings without zips or hard pockets.
First class rhythm
- Arrive a few minutes early.
- Introduce yourself to a coach.
- Join the warm up at your own pace.
- Drill safely with your partner.
- Tap early, reset, and keep learning.
Who you'll meet
A few of the coaches and club people you'll meet when you arrive.
Our coaches will be introduced here soon.
Try a free class
You don't need any experience. Send us a few details and a coach will help you pick the right first class.