RULES

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Tournament directors have the right to modify any IJF Rule they deem necessary during the event to ensure the safety and best tournament experience possible. 

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). 

MATCH TIMES

• U7 & U9 Divisions are 2 Minutes with 2 Minute Golden Score
• U11 Divisions are 3 Minutes with 2 Minute Golden Score
• U13 Divisions are 3 Minutes with Unlimited Golden Score
• U15, U18, U21 & Seniors are 4 Minutes with Unlimited Golden Score
• Veterans are 3 Minutes with 3 Minute Golden Score

SPECIFIC EVENT GUIDELINES

In the event a U7, U9 & U11 division has four people, two third place medals will be given. 

COACHING

• 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

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. 

Intermediate, Advanced & Open Divisions

• Referees will use their discretion to give penalties.
• If a judoka gets 3 warnings for the same infraction they will lose the match. 

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 the opponent's ability to grab judo gi