Gma / Rocian Gracie Jr - School
Etiquette & Mat Rules:

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Note: GMA is a traditional martial arts school and many Gracie and martial art schools have similar rules. These rules are in place to maintain a professional family friendly environment and safety for everyone. Only GMA equipment, t-shirts, MMA shorts, rash-guards and uniforms are allowed on the mats. We understand some people might not like our rules but they are there for everyone to maintain training consistency and a family a positive atmosphere.

  • Bow to your coach / professor when you enter the training area.
  • Bow when you exit the training area.
  • Keep a respectful posture in the training area. (No slouching or lying down) Please sit or kneel properly.
  • Classes begin with a formal bow to the coach / professor, with students lining up in descending grade order.
  • Classes end with a formal bow to the picture of Grandmaster Carlos Gracie Senior, Rocian Gracie Jr and then your instructor.
  • All students must check in prior to class.
  • During class, when the coach / professor is demonstrating the techniques, every student must sit, kneel or stand in good posture.
  • If you are late for class sit or kneel by the side of the training area and wait for the permission from the Professor to enter class.
  • If you need to leave the mat or leave earlier you must ask your coach / professor.
  • Bow to your partner before and after practice.
  • Talking should be kept to a minimum level and should relate to the class subject. Do not trash talk other students, coaches or your professor. Trash talking is not productive and at times can get out of control and cause resentment and anger on the mats. Anger and other psychological issues caused by trash talking can causes a mental block and it prevents learning.
  • Absolutely no foul language inside the school.
  • Keep your fingernails and toenails short for everyone’s safety.
  • All MMA students must wear headgear and protective gear in the cage: Head Gear, Groin Cup and Mouth Piece. Chest gear and Shinguards are highly recommended only GMA gear is allowed in class or in the ring.
  • Any open wounds must be covered with a bandage or wrap to prevent serious infections. Any skin conditions must be healed to avoid spreading it to others.
  • If a student is coughing, sneezing or have signs of fever please stay home until you are not showing symptoms. If you attend class with any symptoms you will be asked to return another day for class. Please call the school if you are going to miss a week of classes. Call 615-989-7945
  • All students, Instructors, Professors, must wear the official GMA / Rocian Gracie Jr uniform. The uniform pants and top must be the same color. No other school or outside uniforms are allowed in class.
  • Under your Kimono / Gi a GMA rash-guard or GMA t-shirt is mandatory to wear the official GMA black Rash Guard or GMA training t-shirt underneath the gi / kimono.
  • It is mandatory to have underwear underneath the Gi pants or MMA shorts. For No-Gi Classes, Students must wear official GMA MMA shorts or GMA Jiu-Jitsu Gi pants as well as a GMA Shirt or GMA Rash Guard, and your belt.
  • The uniform must be clean at all times. A dirty uniform is a sign of disrespect. Also keep good hygiene and carry some mints.
  • When tying the uniform, students must face the edge of the mats away from the flags and students.
  • The JiuJitsu and MMA belt represents your progress. Keep it on. Refer to non Black Belt instructors as “Coaches”. Refer to Black-Belt instructors as “Professors” and to Rocian Gracie Jr. as “Master”.
  • All metal objects, jewelry, piercing, necklaces and other items should be removed.
  • No shoes, food or drink on the mat. No cell phones in the training mat area. ( If you are on call please keep it silenced or inform your Professor or coach)
  • As a traditional martial art school following the Gracie methods a student can not compete at any BJJ / MMA events without a GMA coach in their corner. We are a team and compete as a team. Team coaches must complete the Safe Sport Coaching Course and MMA Coaching Courses.
  • All students and Instructors should wear shoes / slippers when walking outside the building or in the bathroom.
  • Bring your own water bottle, you can fill your water bottle at the filtered water machine. You can also purchase water or sport drink in the vending machine.

Note: Not following school rules can cause a removal and tuition will still be due as per your student agreement.

After School Care Alternative - Registration - $110.00 Weekly

After School Care Alternative - Registration - $110.00 Weekly

Dear Future ASP Parents,

GMA Gallatin parents and children love our program. The tuition value can't be beat for all of the benefits a child gains in our program.  

Once you register and pay the $175.00 registration/ start up fee, we will enroll you in our system. The registration fee includes the first week plus registration. (Once the form is completed you will be redirected to PayPal to complete your payment.)

* Due to limited space - There are No Refunds

Our ASP GMS director will call you to schedule a private meeting. It is important to make your scheduled appointment by calling 731-324-3850, as there is limited space. The director will give you all the needed paperwork at the meeting so you can complete the ASP registration. You are not registered until the packet is completed at the school.  

Appointment times  5:30pm to 6:30pm

Please tell us more about your child in our Leave a Comment Sections.  

Thank You

GMA Office - 731-324-3850

 

GMA-ASP Policy:

Weekly Tuition $110 per week: (Extended Care Available) To hold your position on weeks off from school, summer breaks, fall breaks and holidays, there is a weekly $40 maintenance fee to hold your position. The maintenance fee keeps the tuition rates down and saves your spot.  As an added benefit, the maintenance fee also includes weekly martial arts training classes during the off seasons and seasonal breaks. Please note: We do not prorate short school weeks, inclement weather-closed days or sick personal days. You must call the school before 1pm if your child is not attending or does not need to be picked up on a specific day.  If a driver has to wait or have a teacher search for a child, there is a $10 no-call fee. GMA also offers Summer camps and  Fall / Spring camps if there is enough interest.  

Items to bring to the registration meeting:

Bring Your Insurance Card
Drivers License  or Government ID Card
School Information ( Teachers Name)

Thank you for submitting your application. Our director will call you within 2 business days to schedule an in-house meeting, Please make sure your mail box is not full.