Last updated: 1 August 2026
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a full-contact grappling sport. Like any contact sport, it carries a risk of injury, including sprains, strains, bruising and, less commonly, more serious injury. We want every member to understand that risk honestly before stepping on the mat, and to know what we do to manage it.
How we manage risk
Classes are taught by qualified coaches on a matted training area, with techniques introduced progressively and appropriate to each member’s experience level. Children train in age-grouped classes with an age-appropriate curriculum and constant supervision. Sparring is always supervised, and coaches match training partners with safety in mind. The tap (submission signal) is respected without exception.
Head injuries and concussion
Striking is not permitted at our academy. Even so, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a contact sport, and accidental head contact can happen – a clash of heads during grappling, or an impact from a fall or throw to the ground. Any member who takes a knock to the head, or shows possible signs of concussion such as dizziness, headache, confusion or nausea, stops training immediately. They do not return to training until they are fully symptom-free and, where there is any doubt, medically cleared. If a child suffers any head impact in class, their parent or guardian is informed.
What we ask of you
Tell your coach about any injury or medical condition that could affect your safe participation, before class. If you are unsure whether training is suitable for you, talk to your doctor first. Train within your limits, tap early, and report any injury sustained in class to your coach at the time.
Children
Parents and guardians should read this page before registering a child. Children’s classes are structured around safe, fundamental movement, and parents are welcome to stay and watch any class.
A note on this page
This page is provided for information so that members and parents can make an informed decision about training. It is not a waiver and does not affect your legal rights. Membership registration, including any acknowledgements required by our insurers, is completed through the MAAT membership app.