The Spectator Code of Conduct will be displayed at the front entrance of the venue. By entering the premises, spectators are indicating that they have read and will abide by the code of conduct.

For participant, spectator and official’s safety, the space adjacent to the mats can only be accessed by "in progress" competitors and their registered coach. All other competitors and spectators must remain in the bleachers.

Spectators must remain in the stands and are not permitted to stand, sit or film from the competition floor. Spectators are not permitted to coach. 

This Code applies to spectators who enter the tournament venue, for local and regional non-point tournaments that are sanctioned by USJF, USJA (herein called local tournaments). It shall be clearly displayed in view of all entrances to the tournament venue, as a large sign, poster or banner.

Code of Conduct

By entering this venue, I agree to conform to the following code of conduct. I understand that if I violate this code, that I may forfeit my right to attend this tournament as a spectator, and may be ejected from the venue, depending on the severity of the violation(s).

·         I will treat referees, tournament officials, other coaches, players, parents and spectators with respect and courtesy (Minor Violation).

·         I will not vocally criticize, berate or argue with the referees, judges, jury Chief Referee, Tournament Director or other tournament officials (Minor Violation).

·         I will not use foul or obscene language or gestures, ethnic or racial slurs under any circumstances within the tournament venue (Major Violation).

·         I will not attempt to physically or verbally intimidate or assault any referee, tournament official, coach, player, parent or spectator (Major Violation).

·         I will abide by the final decision of the tournament director concerning violation(s) of this code and resulting disciplinary action(s) imposed at this tournament.

Disciplinary Action for Spectator Violations:

Major Violations:  

• Ejection from the tournament venue. Depending on the severity of the violation, potential suspension from attending future tournaments, to a permanent ban from all local and regional tournaments, based on subsequent board hearing(s) and vote(s).

Minor Violations:

• Verbal warning from the Tournament Director, Chief Referee, Referee, Judges, jury or other tournament official. Repeated violations may result in ejection from the venue.