HOUSE RULES
BARRY GROENTEMAN BOXING SCHOOL
At Barry Groenteman Boxing School, respect, discipline, safety, and sportsmanship are at the core of everything we do. To ensure a safe, positive, and enjoyable training environment for everyone, we ask all members to follow the house rules below.
1. Respect
• Treat trainers, staff, volunteers, and fellow members with respect at all times.
• Discrimination, bullying, intimidation, threats, aggression, or any form of inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
• Everyone is welcome, regardless of age, background, religion, or skill level.
2. Arriving on Time
• Please arrive on time for your training session.
• If you are late, report to the trainer before joining the class.
• Repeated lateness may result in exclusion from the training session.
3. Safety
• Always follow the instructions of trainers and staff.
• Safety always comes before performance.
• Sparring is only permitted under the supervision of a trainer.
• Use the required protective equipment during training sessions.
4. Hygiene
• Always train in clean sportswear.
• Use clean boxing gloves and hand wraps.
• Keep the training area, changing rooms, and sanitary facilities clean and tidy.
• Wearing flip-flops in the changing rooms is recommended.
5. Equipment
• Treat all equipment with care and respect.
• Return and store equipment properly after use.
• Damage caused by negligence or intentional misconduct may be charged to the member responsible.
6. Mobile Phones
• Mobile phones must remain stored away during training sessions.
• Filming or taking photographs during classes is only permitted with the trainer’s permission.
7. Changing Rooms and Personal Belongings
• Leave valuable items at home whenever possible.
• Personal belongings are brought to the facility at the member’s own risk.
• Barry Groenteman Boxing School is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to personal property.
8. Alcohol, Drugs, and Doping
• Participation in training sessions while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other intoxicating substances is strictly prohibited.
• The use of banned performance-enhancing substances is not accepted.
9. Health
• Do not attend training if you are ill or pose a health risk to others.
• Always inform your trainer in advance of any injuries, medical conditions, or physical limitations.
10. Youth Members
• Parents and guardians are expected to treat trainers and staff with respect.
• Trainers determine the content of classes and group placements.
• Decisions made by trainers regarding safety, skill level, and progression must be respected.
11. Social Media
• Use social media responsibly and respectfully when posting messages, photos, or videos involving members, trainers, or the boxing school.
• Content that damages the reputation of the boxing school, its members, or its staff may result in disciplinary action.
12. Boxing School Culture
We believe in:
• Discipline
• Respect
• Sportsmanship
• Perseverance
• Personal Development
• Responsibility
We strive to create a positive environment where recreational members, youth athletes, and competitive boxers can develop to their full potential.
13. Violations of the House Rules
In the event of a violation of these house rules, Barry Groenteman Boxing School reserves the right to:
• Issue a warning;
• Refuse participation in a training session;
• Impose a temporary suspension;
• Terminate a membership.
Depending on the seriousness of the violation, immediate suspension or termination may occur without prior warning.
Kind regards,
Barry Groenteman Boxing School