SUBMISSION ONLY RULES

For our Point Based matches we use a similar system to what you would see at an Eddie Bravo Invitational (EBI) Tournament. Competitors in a submission only match will have one 10 minute round to grapple for submission. Takedowns and points are irrelevant in this rule system so emphasis is placed on the finish and matches are usually more dynamic and exciting to watch. If neither competitor taps out at the end of the regulation round, there will be 1 overtime round where each competitor will be given their choice of Quarter or Spider-Web (arm catch) position. The match will continue until an escape or a submission at which time the opponent will have the same opportunity. At the end of this round, whoever submits their opponent wins the match. If neither competitor submits their opponent, then whoever has the fastest escape from the position will win the match.

*Legal and Illegal submissions are listed below under the respective divisions (gi/no-gi & experience level)

White Belt Adult, Masters, Directors & Executive Gi Competitors

Straight ankle locks to the outside are permitted (cannot turn the ankle lock towards the other leg). The inside leg is permitted to cross over the opponents leg. Example – 50 / 50 guard is a legal position to execute a straight ankle lock. However, if the outside leg crosses over the opponent’s leg in any manner, the result will be an immediate Disqualification (even if the opponent does not “tap” due to the ankle lock).

No knee bars, toe holds, heel hooks, etc. are permitted.No wrist locks are permitted.No neck cranks or cervical locks are permitted.No scissors takedowns are permitted.No bicep or calf crunches are permitted.No slamming from the guard or to escape submission.

Blue & Purple Belt Adult, Masters, Directors & Executive Gi Competitors

The same rules apply to Blue & Purple Belts as the White Belts with one exception: Blue & Purple Belts are permitted to apply wrist locks.Purple Belts, please read Observation #1 under Brown & Black rules.

Brown & Black Belts Adult, Masters, Directors & Executive Gi Competitors (see Observation 1 below)

Straight ankle locks to the outside, toe holds and knee bars are permitted (No heel hooks are permitted).
Wrist locks are permitted.
Biceps and calf crunches are permitted.
No neck cranks or cervical locks are permitted.
No scissors takedowns are permitted.
No slamming from the guard or to escape submission.
Observation 1 – If an Adult, Masters, Directors or Executive Division consists of only Purple Belt competitors, the rules will be the same as Legal/Illegal Blue Belt Division rules. If an Adult, Masters, Directors or Executive Division has a Brown or Black Belt competing, the rules will adhere to that of the Brown and Black Belt (as stated above in the Purple, Brown & Black Belt Competitor Rules).

*In the event that a competitor intentionally slams another opponent with intent to maliciously hurt, the competitor will be DISQUALIFIED from the Division, any other entered Divisions and the entire event (without monetary reimbursement).

*There are No overtimes in any BJJ Gi match. In the event of a tie, the match will be decided by the Referee based on which competitor most aggressively attempted to win the match.

BJJ Gi rules that differ from that of the IBJJF

1. The Gi colors do not have to be solid. For instance, a black top can be worn with red bottoms (or any possible color combination desired).
2. You may weigh-in without wearing your Gi.
3. Rash guards and t-shirts are permitted under the Gi for all competitors.
4. Match duration and times are subject to change at our discretion.
5. Adult Purple belt rules are the same as Brown and Black belt rules (if a Brown or Black Belt competitor is present in the Division. If the Division consists of only Purple Belt competitors, the rules will be the same as Blue Belt Legal/Illegal Division Rules).
6. Groin protectors are permitted (and encouraged) for male competitors.

ILLEGAL TECHNIQUES

N0-Gi Division Illegal Techniques

All Adult Divisions (Male and Female, Adult, Masters, Executive, and Directors)

This tournament is open to athletes from all forms or grappling, and discriminates against none. All submission holds are legal. Neck cranks and all leg locks including inside heel hooks, outside heel hooks, and knee slices are permitted. Bicep slices and wrist locks are permitted.

No scissors takedowns are permitted, unless a hand is first placed on the mat.
No slamming from the guard or to escape submission.
No slamming is allowed in takedowns. In determining whether or not a takedown was a slam, referees will consider whether the intention was to hurt the opponent.
Submissions must be applied in order to get a submission, and not in order to injure the joint.
No strikes of any kind are allowed to any part of the body or head, by any part of the body or head.
No clutching of the windpipe is permitted
No pressure of any type is allowed to the eyes. Explicitly, no fingers, chin, palm heel, etc are allowed to press on the eye.
No pressure of any type is allowed to the groin, unless it is an inevitable and unintended result of a legitimate technique.
No pushing palm or elbow directly into nose.
No striking of any kind including: shoulder, headbutts, punches, elbows, knees, kicks etc.
No fish Hooking is permitted.
No biting is permitted. A player defending against a rear naked choke.
No spiking an opponent on his/her head.
No Small Joint Manipulation is permitted. No pulling a thumb or less than three fingers is permitted.
No pulling hair.
No pinching, twisting of skin.
No putting a finger into any orifice.
No Interference by a corner with any official or fighter.
No attacking an opponent in any of these circumstances:1. Before the fight has started2. After the fight has ended3. During a rest period between rounds4. When an opponent is being looked at by the medic or any other official
No spitting while on the mat is permitted.
No swearing is allowed by a player in the arena.
Throwing an opponent off the mat.
No unsportsmanlike conduct.
Hygiene Rule: All competitors must wear a clean competition uniform (gi, shorts, shirt, etc.). If a referee feels this criteria has not been met they will not allow the competitor to compete.
At a minimum a groin protector, mouthpiece, and shorts with a drawstring must be worn, no pockets on the shorts.
Wrestling/Martial Arts shoes are allowed.
Excessive taping of hands, wrists and feet are not allowed.
Knee braces cannot have a solid portion that could result in injury.
No stalling is permitted.
No going out of bounds to avoid a submission. It is not possible to restart players in a near submission position, so referees are directed to allow the contest to continue if the out of bounds was inadvertent. Purposefully exiting the ring to avoid a submission will results in disqualification.
No going out of bounds to avoid a takedown. Purposefully going out of bounds to avoid a takedown will result in the player initiating the takedown receiving two points.
In addition to all forbidden techniques above for adults, the further restrictions below also apply to children.