EVENTS WILL USE A MODIFIED IJF RULE SET

Below is a list of rules that are being modified from the IJF Rule Set. 

EVENTS

The event guarantees athletes at least 2 matches or their entry fee will be refunded. 

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. 

The focus of these events is the development and the emphasis is on positive judo (Throws, Pins, Armlocks, Chokes). 

• Refs for kids (U13) matches should be at least a brown belt in judo. Refs for ages 13+ should be at least a black belt in judo. 
• 1 Ref per mat area. No Care system is used at the events.

MATCH TIMES

• Divisions Under 13 Years Old are 3 mins running time.
• Divisions 13 & Over are 4 mins running time.
• The clock only stops for blood/doctor or tying of judo gi. 
• Athletes are encouraged to get up quickly and continue. 
• Golden Score
• All U13 Years Old - 2 minutes // If nobody scores at the end of the Golden Score, the referee decides the winner
• All U13 Years Old - Unlimited

COACHING

Coaching is encouraged at all times during the matches. 

What does it mean to coach your athlete: 

• All comments from the coach should be geared towards helping your athlete perform a judo technique.
• As long as coaches are being a positive influence over the athlete they will be encouraged to continue coaching. 

PENALTIES

U13 Divisions:

Shidos will not be handed out for Minor infractions

• Referees will warn judoka about infractions and instruct them not to do so in the future. 
• If a judoka gets 3 warnings for the same infraction they will lose the match. 
• If a judoka gets 3 warnings for different infractions the match will continue. 

13+ Divisions:

• Referees will use their discretion to give penalties for stalling
• Stalling can include - Running out of bounds, defensive posture, or any action deemed to prevent their opponent from positive judo.
• If a judoka gets 3 warnings for the same infraction they will lose the match. 
• If a judoka gets 3 warnings for different infractions the match will continue.

Uniforms

All competitors must wear a properly fitting gi.

Participants May Wear....

• Any color (white, blue, black)
• Any patches/embroidery can be worn as long as it does not hinder opponents ability to grab judo gi