Haven BJJ Rotterdam

House rules

Our house rules and training rules ensure the safe, friendly, and clean environment we want to provide for jiu jitsu practitioners.

House rules

1. Respect

Respect each other You cannot get better without your teammates
Respect the coach No coaching from the sidelines. Arrive on time and complete the training. Inform the coach before leaving the mat

2. Clean

Always barefoot on the mat, never barefoot off the mat
Clean and short nails. Clean and appropriate training clothing

3. Safe

Let go immediately when someone taps
Adjust your intensity to your training partner. Follow the training rules

Haven BJJ Rotterdam sparring

Training rules

Our training rules are established to create a safe and clean environment for you and your teammates.

Hygiene

Nails are short and clean
Clean training gear for every training session
Always barefoot on the mat, never barefoot off the mat
No jewelry, including piercings
Do not train if you have a skin infection
Cover open wounds

Clothing

No zippers or pockets
Rashguards must cover the shoulders and armpits
Wear a T-shirt or rashguard under your gi
No groin protectors

Sparring

Let go immediately when someone taps
Apply submissions in a slow and controlled manner
Gi training: IBJJF rules apply; follow the rules of the lowest belt
Nogi training: all leg locks allowed from blue belt and higher
No slams
No jumping attacks
Do not pull your training partner backwards over their heels
Adjust your intensity to the size and level of your training partner
Be aware of your surroundings: safety comes before winning

Ready to get started?

Now that you know our rules, you are welcome to come by for a free trial class.