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    Equality and Diversity Policy

    Our commitment to an inclusive academy where everyone is welcome and treated fairly.

    Last updated 4 June 2026

    ZR Team Northampton is for everyone. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming and fair academy where people of all backgrounds can train, learn and thrive.

    Our commitment

    We treat all members, coaches, staff and visitors fairly and with dignity. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment or victimisation of any kind. We promote equality of opportunity in everything we do.

    The Equality Act 2010

    We follow the Equality Act 2010 and protect everyone from discrimination based on the protected characteristics.

    • Age.
    • Disability.
    • Gender reassignment.
    • Marriage and civil partnership.
    • Pregnancy and maternity.
    • Race.
    • Religion or belief.
    • Sex.
    • Sexual orientation.

    What this means in practice

    • Everyone is welcome on the mats, whatever their background or ability.
    • We make reasonable adjustments to help disabled members take part.
    • We offer inclusive sessions, including female-led classes.
    • We challenge discriminatory language and behaviour whenever it appears.

    Reporting discrimination

    If you experience or witness discrimination, harassment or unfair treatment, please tell a coach or contact us at help@brazillianjiujitsu.com. We take every report seriously and handle it through our Complaints Procedure.

    Review and contact

    This policy is reviewed regularly to keep our academy inclusive. This policy was last reviewed on 4 June 2026. We welcome questions and feedback at any time.

    ZR Team Northampton
    help@brazillianjiujitsu.com 07516 999615
    Benham Sports Arena, Kings Park Road, Northampton, NN3 6LL

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