THIS EVEN WILL USE A MODIFIED IJF RULE SET

Tournament directors have the right to modify any IJF Rule they deem necessary during the event. 

These events are designed to give the best possible experience for the athlete. Coaches and referees should work together to create a positive experience for athletes. 

METHOD OF COMPETITION

• Brackets will be Round Robin or if there are only 2 competitors in the bracket 2 out of 3 matches

• Wins count first and points count second.

• Ippon = 5 points, Waza-ari = 3 points, Hantei = 1 points, Hansoku-make = 5 points. The winner will be named by WINS first then POINTS

IJF RULE MODIIFICATIONS 

• Arm locks permitted - Adult Brown & Black Belt divisions only.

• Choking permitted - 13 years old and above only
• NO DOUBLE KNEE Drop Throws for 12-Year-Old & Younger Divisions
• Rest Periods will not exceed the length of a match

• The CARE system will NOT be used on all competition areas.

• Co-ed competition for children 10 years old and younger may occur depending on the number of entries in those divisions.

• Blue Judo Gi's are NOT REQUIRED for divisions but you must have a white Judo gi

• Match times will be 4 minutes for Brown/ Black belt  Divisions.  Unlimited Golden Score 

• Match times will be 3 minutes for all other Divisions with a 1 minute Golden Score

• Competitors who lose by Hansokumake because of “kikengachi” will not be allowed to continue. Hansokumake as a result of 3 shidos will only lose that match. 
• Pre-2003 Medical Rules will be used in all Youth and Non-Black Belt divisions.  Contestants in those divisions will be allowed medical examination during their matches.
• Brow/Black Belt divisions will use current IJF rules concerning medical examination and Hansokumake. 
• Women wearing headscarves will be able to compete, as long as it does not interfere with Kumi kata. If it comes off during newaza, no “Mate” shall be called. 

Appropriate undergarments must be worn by all athletes. Female athletes shall wear under the jacket either a plain white or off-white t-shirt, with short sleeves, long enough to be worn inside the trousers, or a plain white or off white leotard with short sleeves. The white t-shirt should have a round neck. No marking can be visible when the judogi is done up. Rashguards or t-shirts are allowed to be worn under the judogi for all genders, during USA Judo sanctioned domestic events.  

Any athlete needing to change clothes/judogi should do so in a restroom, locker room or other area specifically designated for changing. 

COACHES

ALL COACHES MUST BE IN GOOD STANDING WITH USA JUDO. Meaning they have USA Judo Membership, USA Judo Coach Certification, Background Screen issued through USA Judo’s membership platform, SafeSport Certificate and concussion training certification. They must also be listed on USA Judo’s public coach list.   Any coach who does NOT have ANY of these credentials is NOT in good standing and should NOT be coaching mat side.  It is recommended that all coaches wear their current USA Judo coaching badge.