Our Hygiene Promise

Creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all of our members and visitors is our primary concern here at Gracie Barra Roundhay Leeds.  To build trust, accountability and to act as a guide for new members we have produced the following Hygiene Promise. 

GBRL is proud to set the standard for martial arts facilities in our city. 

By working together we can ensure that our facilities remain world-class and a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.

Looking forward to seeing you on the mat soon!

Our Promise To You

  • We will ensure that your mats are comprehensively swept & disinfected after each class.

  • All of your changing areas, including showers & toilets, will be cleaned daily. All bins will be emptied at the end of each day.

  • All high volume areas and touchpoint surfaces will be cleaned and disinfected daily and more often when required.

  • Fresh, clean and filtered drinking water will be provided free of charge via an automatic touch free machine and available at all times.

  • High quality LED lighting will be provided throughout all areas.

  • The academy will be maintained at a comfortable level of heating and cooling throughout all areas.

  • All trial uniforms will be freshly laundered, folded & available for new trial members.

  • Our coffee machine settings will automatically ensure regular cleaning of all lines and pipes. Manual internal cleaning will also be completed on a weekly basis.

  • Where possible we have minimised the need for touch by implementing a cash-free academy with contactless payment option.

  • A thorough professional deep-clean of the entire academy space will be completed on a 6 monthly basis.

  • The ice bath is maintained weekly and deep cleaned every 6 months and more often if required.

  • Hand sanitizers and hand wash facilities will be available throughout the academy.

Your Promise To Each Other

  • You will not visit the academy or attempt to train if feeling unwell or if advised by a medical practitioner.

  • Your training uniform will be laundered after each use.

  • You will keep your finger and toenails short to avoid scratches.

  • You will be proud to be a Gracie Barra member and play your part in ensuring that your academy remains clean, tidy & welcoming to others.

  • You will ensure to maintain a high level of personal hygiene at all times.

  • If you are participating in back to back classes you will bring a second uniform to change into for your second class.

Updated January 2026