Modified IJF Rules will govern this tournament. Current IJF medical rules (no examination except for blood or grave injury) will apply in all Senior and Veterans divisions. No shime waza (chokes) are allowed for juniors age 12 and under. There will be no kansetsu waza (armbars) allowed in Junior and Novice divisions. Novice divisions will be created as necessary. Those who perform prohibited acts are subject to automatic Hansoku Make. Any junior who participates in senior competition is subject to senior tournament rules.