What Should I Wear to My First Jiu-Jitsu Class?
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One of the most common questions new students ask before their first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class is simple:
What should I wear?
The good news is that you do not need expensive gear to try your first class at Agape Jiu-Jitsu Academy. You simply need comfortable athletic clothing, a good attitude, and a willingness to learn.
This guide will help you feel prepared before you step onto the mats for the first time.
Wear Comfortable Athletic Clothing
For your first class, wear clothing that allows you to move freely.
Good options include:
- A fitted T-shirt or athletic shirt
- A rash guard if you already own one
- Athletic shorts
- Leggings or spats
- Compression shorts under loose shorts
You do not need a uniform for your first class unless one of our coaches tells you otherwise.
Avoid Pockets, Zippers, and Buttons
This is important.
Please avoid clothing with pockets, zippers, buttons, or anything sharp. These can catch fingers or toes during training and may scratch your training partners or damage the mats.
Simple athletic clothing is best.
What Should Kids Wear?
For children trying their first class, the same rule applies: comfortable athletic clothing is perfect.
Parents can send their child in:
- A T-shirt
- Athletic shorts
- Leggings
- Comfortable workout clothes
For our Little Ninjas and Youth students, comfort and safety matter more than looking perfect on day one.
Do I Need Shoes?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is practiced barefoot on the mats.
However, you should wear flip-flops, slides, or sandals when walking around off the mats, especially when going to the restroom.
This helps keep the mats clean and safe for everyone.
Bring a Water Bottle
Jiu-Jitsu is fun, but it is also a workout.
Bring water with you so you can stay hydrated before, during, and after class.
What About Jewelry?
Please remove jewelry before training.
This includes:
- Rings
- Necklaces
- Bracelets
- Watches
- Large earrings
This helps protect you and your training partners.
Do I Need to Buy Gear Before Starting?
No.
You do not need to buy special gear before your first class. After you try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and decide to continue training, our coaches can help guide you toward the right gear for No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu.
The Agape Perspective
At Agape Jiu-Jitsu Academy, we want your first class to feel welcoming, simple, and stress-free.
You do not need to show up with perfect gear. You do not need to be in perfect shape. You do not need previous martial arts experience.
You just need to show up ready to learn.
Our coaches, Coach Jacob, Coach Ryan, and Coach Annmarie, are here to help you feel comfortable from your very first class.
Ready for Your First Class?
If you are looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in New Port Richey, No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu near Port Richey, or a welcoming academy serving Trinity, East Lake, Tarpon Springs, and Palm Harbor, we would love to meet you.
Agape Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4726 Trouble Creek Road
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Your first class starts with simple preparation, comfortable clothes, and the decision to walk through the door.