Gym Rules

We don’t mean to nag but… in the interests of your fellow nak muays, here are some rules to stay safe and strong while training!

Towel off. A small towel to wipe down the bags, yourself, that pool of sweat you’re standing in, is compulsory. If you’ve forgotten yours, please hire one from reception.

Clothes on. What you wear during training is up to you. What you don’t wear however, is a subject of contention. Guys, we know you’ve worked hard, but keep your tops on during class please – give that 6-pack some exposure at the beach.

Shoes off. Anywhere outside of the lounge area is strictly a shoe-free zone. We work hard to keep our mats clean.

Lockers. Please put away your bags before class, so some clumsy staff member doesn’t trip over your gear.

Hygiene. Sharing handwraps and gloves are like slipping into somebody else’s socks and shoes. We’re happy to loan you ours for the first three sessions, but we hope you’ll invest in your own after you decide if you’d like to continue training with us. Otherwise we’ll set aside some communal rental gloves and wraps –

Here are some rules for students who wish to spar. Students who fail to abide by the rules will not be permitted to attend sparring and Kick Tech sessions.

Sparring requirements
All Students who wish to spar must first be granted approval by a member of staff

Short and sweet. Keep your finger and toenails short and clean for pleasant clinch work and sparring. Toe jam in your face is rude. Getting an infection from a cut from an overgrown toe or fingernail is plain unacceptable.

Size does matter. 16oz gloves or above are essential for sparring and contact drill work. It is a courtesy to your partner as the smaller the glove, the harder the impact. Rent a pair for $4/ session or buy your own. 16oz leather gloves start at $135 (member’s price) and are available from the pro shop.

Mouth off. A cut lip may look cool to some, but few people look good with missing teeth. Wear yours during contact sparring or pad work, to avoid unnecessary bleeding caused by flying pads, fists and elbows.

Groin protection. In the flurry and excitement of sparring, accidents do happen. Wearing groin protection can prevent red faces and make for a less nerve-racking sparring experience. While we won’t be conducting spot checks, we highly recommend you invest in a box, or cup to protect your assets. Twins Thai stall cups and NZ Boxer steel groin guards available from the Pro Shop. Chest guards are also available for the ladies.