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I, the undersigned, do hereby voluntarily submit my application, as well as the application for any minors of whom I am a legal guardian, for participation at 208 Jiu Jitsu & Fitness LLC (henceforth known as “Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu & Fitness”, or "Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu").

I hereby understand and acknowledge that the training, programs and events held by 208 Jiu Jitsu & Fitness LLC may expose me to many inherent risks, including accidents, injury, illness, or even death. I assume all risk of injuries associated with participation including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and or humidity and all other such risks being known and appreciated by me.

I hereby acknowledge my responsibility in communicating any physical and psychological concerns that might conflict with participation in activity. I acknowledge that I am physically fit and mentally capable of performing the physical activity I choose to participate in. It is understood that before participating in any fitness activity, my doctor must first be consulted for personal risks/benefits.

After having read this waiver and knowing these facts, and in consideration of acceptance of my participation and 208 Jiu Jitsu & Fitness LLC services to me, I agree, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, to HOLD HARMLESS, WAIVE AND RELEASE 208 Jiu Jitsu & Fitness LLC , its officers, agents, employees, organizers, representatives, and successors from any responsibility, liabilities, demands, or claims of any kind arising out of my participation in the 208 Jiu Jitsu & Fitness LLC training, programs, and or events.

I do hereby give 208 Jiu Jitsu & Fitness LLC, its assigns, licensees, and legal representatives the irrevocable right to use my name, video, picture, portrait, or photograph in all forms and media and in all manners, including composite, for advertising, for publication or any other lawful purposes, and I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product, including written copy, which may be created in connection therewith.

By my signature, I indicate that I have read and understand this Waiver of Liability and Photo Release. I am aware that this is a waiver and a release of liability and I voluntarily agree to its terms.

BLACKFOOT JIU JITSU & FITNESS

Gym Rules & Policies

Our goal at Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu & Fitness is to provide a clean, safe, respectful, and focused environment where every student can learn, improve, and enjoy training. These policies apply to students, parents, spectators, and guests.

PARENT VIEWING POLICY

Parents are allowed to watch the 5–9 year-old class on the first Tuesday of each month.

Outside of the designated viewing day, parents and spectators are asked not to remain and watch class unless they have prior approval from an instructor.

This policy is intended to keep the students’ attention on their instructors and training. When parents and spectators are present, younger students can become easily distracted and lose focus on the class.

Limiting spectators allows the instructors to maintain a productive training environment while helping students develop independence, confidence, and better listening habits.

Parents and spectators should not coach or give instructions from the sidelines. Please allow the coaches to teach and correct students during class.

MEMBERSHIP, PAYMENTS & CANCELLATIONS

Payment Reminders

Our membership system automatically sends email and text message reminders regarding scheduled payments.

Members are responsible for keeping their contact information and payment method current and reviewing the notifications sent by the system.

Cancellation Before the Payment Due Date

Cancellation requests received before the scheduled payment due date will be honored. The upcoming payment will not be due, and the membership will be canceled accordingly.

Cancellation On or After the Payment Due Date

If a cancellation request is submitted on or after the scheduled payment due date, the payment for that billing cycle is due and must be paid in full.

The cancellation will then apply to future billing cycles.

No Refunds After the Due Date

No refunds will be issued when a cancellation request is submitted on or after the scheduled payment due date, including when the scheduled payment has already been processed.

Members wishing to avoid their next scheduled payment are responsible for submitting their cancellation request before the payment due date.

Automated email and text reminders are provided as a courtesy to help members stay informed of upcoming payments.

TEAM UNIFORM & COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS

Beginner Gi Requirement

All beginner students are required to have a Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu team patch on their primary gi.

If a student purchases an additional gi, a Blackfoot team patch is not required on the additional gi for regular training.

Gi Competition

Students competing and representing Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu in a Gi competition are required to have a Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu team patch on their competition gi.

NoGi Competition

Students competing and representing Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu in a NoGi competition are required to wear a Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu team rash guard.

When you enter a competition under Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu, you represent more than yourself. You represent your teammates, coaches, and gym. Good sportsmanship and respectful conduct are expected at all times.

GENERAL GYM RULES

1. Respect Everyone

Show respect to instructors, teammates, training partners, parents, visitors, and students of every rank and experience level.

2. Hygiene Is a Priority

Come to class clean and maintain good personal hygiene.

Gis, rash guards, shorts, spats, and other training gear must be washed after every use.

Keep your fingernails and toenails trimmed to prevent scratching or injuring your training partners.

If you need to shower before training, please do so. Nobody wants to be the stinky training partner.

3. Arrive on Time

Students should arrive early enough to be dressed and ready when class begins.

If you are late, enter respectfully and join the class as soon as possible without disrupting instruction.

4. Keep the Mats Clean

NO SHOES ON THE MATS.

NO BARE FEET ON THE FLOOR.

ALWAYS WEAR SHOES IN THE BATHROOM.

If you step off the mats, put your shoes on. Do not walk into the restroom barefoot and return to the mats.

Keeping the mats clean is everyone’s responsibility.

5. Listen to the Instructor

When an instructor is teaching, stop talking and pay attention.

Follow the class structure and practice the technique or material being taught.

Students should not ignore the lesson to work on unrelated techniques during instruction.

TRAINING ETIQUETTE

6. Tap Early, Tap Often

Training is not worth getting injured over.

If you are caught in a submission, physically tap and verbally tap when necessary.

There is no shame in tapping. Learn from the position and continue training.

7. Control Your Movements

Technique and control come before speed and strength.

Do not rely on uncontrolled speed, strength, or explosive movements that unnecessarily place your training partner at risk.

Train hard, but train under control.

8. No Sideline Coaching

Parents and spectators should not coach students from the sidelines.

Allow the instructors to teach and allow the students to focus on the instruction they are receiving.

9. Be a Good Training Partner

Adjust your intensity based on your partner’s age, size, experience, and skill level.

Your training partners are there to help you improve. Take care of them so everyone can continue training.

10. Leave Your Ego Off the Mats

Jiu Jitsu is about learning and improving—not proving who is better.

Winning or losing during practice means nothing.

Some days you will have great rounds. Other days you will struggle. Both are part of getting better.

SAFETY & CONDUCT

11. Report Injuries Immediately

If you or your training partner are injured during class, notify an instructor immediately.

Do not attempt to hide an injury simply to continue training.

12. No Roughhousing or Disrespectful Behavior

Bullying, intentionally hurting another student, uncontrolled aggression, or disrespect toward instructors or teammates will not be tolerated.

Hard training and controlled sparring are encouraged. Reckless behavior is not.

13. Respect the Tap

When someone taps—release immediately.

Never intentionally crank a submission, ignore a tap, or continue applying a submission after your partner has tapped.

Protecting your training partner is your responsibility.

14. Stay Home if You Are Sick

If you are sick or contagious, stay home until you are well.

Do not risk spreading illness to your teammates.

If you have a contagious skin condition or suspect that you may have one, do not train until it has been properly treated and you are safe to return to the mats.

UNIFORM & GEAR

15. Proper Training Attire Is Required

For Gi classes, students must wear a clean and serviceable gi.

For NoGi classes, students must wear appropriate training attire such as a rash guard and grappling shorts or spats.

Training clothing should not contain exposed zippers, sharp objects, or anything that could injure a training partner.

All training gear must be washed after every practice.

16. No Jewelry or Sharp Objects

Remove rings, earrings, necklaces, watches, bracelets, and other jewelry or accessories before stepping onto the mats.

Anything that could scratch, cut, catch on, or otherwise injure another student must be removed before training.

OUR STANDARD

Blackfoot Jiu Jitsu & Fitness is a team.

Students are expected to train hard, listen to their coaches, respect their teammates, take care of their training partners, and represent the gym with integrity.

Parents, coaches, and students all play a role in maintaining the environment we want at Blackfoot.

TRAIN HARD. TRAIN SAFE. RESPECT YOUR TEAM.