Jiu Jitsu Orientation (New Students)
A requirement for all new students of the APEX BJJ Program (including colored belts). This class is included in every training package and is designed to give all members a solid educational foundation on topics not covered during physical instruction classes. It will cover APEX gym etiquette, training, hygiene, program/student expectations, uniform/gear requirements, training lineage, belt structure, a Q&A session, and short open mat session introducing basic roll structures to help students gain confidence stepping on the mat for the APEX BJJ Program.
Schedule:
Offered 1-2 times a week on Monday evenings, and Saturday afternoons.
What the Orientation’s All about:
- Instructor Introduction, credentials, background
- History and evolution of Jiu Jitsu
- What makes BJJ unique?
- Belt Structure
- Tournament Training vs. Street Training
- Gi vs. NoGi – Uniform Requirements
- Apex Gym Etiquette
- Training Hygiene
- Rolling with the opposite sex
- Student Q&A
Uniform: Fitness-appropriate attire.
