MODIFIED IJF RULES

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

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 development and the emphasis is on positive judo (Throws, Pins, Armlocks, Chokes). 

Choking and Armlocks are not allowed in any novice division.

Competition Mat Areas: 2 - 6 x 6 meter competition areas and 2 - 8 x 8 meter competition areas. There will be a 3 meter safety area and 4 meter between adjoining mats.

No CARE System will be used.

COED Divisions may take place for athletes aged 10 years old and below. 

ALLOWED TECHNIQUES

• No Shime Waza for 12 and under / In Novice Divisions
• No Kansetsu Waza for any rank under Sankyu / In Novice Divisions

MATCH TIMES

• All Newaza only divisions will be 2 mins with no golden score.
• Divisions Under 13 Years Old are 3 mins.
• Divisions 13 & Over are 4 mins.
• Golden Score
• All U13 Years Old - 2 minutes // If nobody scores at the end of the Golden Score, the referee decides the winner
• All 13 Years Old & Up- 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 Novice Divisions:

Shido's 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. 

All Divisions Above the Novice Level:

• All divisions will be following the modified IJF ruleset based on age

UNIFORMS

All competitors must wear a properly fitting gi.

All Novice Participants May Wear...

• White Judo Gi

ALL IJF JUNIOR & SENIOR ELITE DIVISIONS MUST HAVE A PROPERLY FITTING WHITE Gi.  BLUE GI'S ARE OPTIONAL.