Introduction | Sparring Etiquette | PRIME Sparring Principles | Student Pledge

PRIME Sparring Principles

For Students

P

Practical

  • Be prepared with the right equipment - you must wear all required gear to spar
  • Make sure your equipment is complete, undamaged, and free of improper parts or patching

R

Responsible

  • Only spar with an instructor present
  • Get permission to begin and follow all instructions

I

Involved

  • Your partner's safety is your responsibility. Always make decisions with your partner's safety as your top priority

M

Mindful

  • Respect your partner and stay in control. Make zero contact until you have demonstrated control and earned the instructor's permission to make light contact
  • Always calibrate your speed and power to the experience level of your partner

E

Effective

  • Learn and practice both offensive and defensive moves by taking turns
  • Clearly and openly communicate with your sparring partner

For Parents

P

Practical

  • Students must wear the following gear: Headgear, faceshield, mouthpiece, chestguard, gloves, footgear. Male students must wear a cup

R

Responsible

I

Involved

  • We have a no tolerance policy for excessive force. Students are not allowed to make any contact until they have demonstrated control and earned the instructor's permission for light contact
  • Please bring any questions or concerns to the instructor's attention

M

Mindful

  • Report any medical conditions or changes to physical health so we can make appropriate modifications

E

Effective

  • Please share with your child's instructor any concerns you or your child may have

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