Rule 1:
Always listen, we have two ears and only 1 mouth when coaches are giving instruction listen like your life depends on it.
Rule 2:
Ask questions, always ask questions if you do not completely understand a concept ask. Be aware that you will be subject to either the most direct answer or the most sarcastic indirect answer, which ever is most readily available.
Rule 3:
Know when, it is an appropriate time to ask questions, usually after instruction is complete. Know when a coach prescribes a weight or a movement, that is what is to be done. Know when class starts that is the coaches time and they deserve every ounce of attention in the room
Rule 4:
Have Fun, with your coaches they may be the dictator of pain and suffering in the box but they are people too. If you happen to have a coach who seems just a little to serious, just really put in the effort to connect with them before or after class and keep the conversation about anything but the gym.
Rule 5:
Always put equipment away, regardless of who got out the equipment. It is not only the courteous thing to do it's also the right thing. It keeps your facility clean and looking good, but once everyone picks up on these polite gestures they will become the gym's identity.
Rule 6:
Maintain proper hygiene, come to class not smelling like a homeless person. occasionally try to wash your equipment (knee sleeves, wrist wraps, shoes) always wash your clothes, never come in yesterdays clothes.
Rule 7:
Be cognizent of your nutrition and hydration prior to coming to workout. Everyone at your gym will have done the same and they won't appreciate you passing out in the middle of their workout.
Rule 8:
Leave your ego and attitude at the door, do your best to enjoy your time at the box, this is your dojo the place where you can get your physical and mental release from all of life's troubles. It has always been the place that helped mend my soul
Rule 9:
It's perfectly normal to have a very patriotic, passion and loyalty towards your own gym, but the reality of todays world is that there will be gyms in close proximity to yours and the best thing you can do for your gym and for CrossFit as a whole is to be courteous and kind to every cross fitter or non cross fitter you come across as to not insult their box or coaches and to help attract more people to this sport.
Rule 10:
Learn, the best thing you can do if you truly want to improve at CrossFit or just get in better shape is to immerse yourself in it. So do your best to learn a little about the movements or the workouts so that you are ready to attack each wod whole heartedly.
