IJF International Federation Rules:

Competitors and coaches will need to present a vaild USA Judo, USJA, USJF and ATJA memberships

Events will use a Modified IJF Rule Set

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

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). 

4-8 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS:

• The times of Matches are 3 mins with 2 min golden score: Running Clock - The clock only stops for blood/doctor or tying of judo gi. 
• Each division is open to all skill levels
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

9-12 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS:

• The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 min golden score
• Two Skill Levels: Novice (Orange & Below) & Open (Green & Above)
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

13-16 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS NOVICE

• The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
• Orange & Below
• Chokes Allowed
• NO Armlocks
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi only for Novice

13-16 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED

• The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
• Intermediate (Purple & Below) & Advanced (Brown & Black)
• Chokes Allowed
• Armlocks (15-16 years only in OPEN)
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

17-20 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS NOVICE

• The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
• Orange & Below
• Chokes Allowed
• NO Armlocks
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

17-20 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS OPEN

• The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
• Intermediate (Purple & Below) & Advanced (Brown & Black)
• Chokes Allowed
• Armlocks Allowed
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

SENIOR DIVISIONS NOVICE

• The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
• Blue & Below
• NO Chokes 
• NO Armlocks
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

SENIOR DIVISIONS ADVANCED

• The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
• Chokes Allowed
• Armlocks Allowed
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

VETERAN DIVISIONS NOVICE

• The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
• Blue & Below
• NO Chokes
• NO Armlocks
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

VETERAN DIVISIONS OPEN

• The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
• Chokes Allowed
• Armlocks Allowed
• Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred

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

Novice 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. 

Open 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.

Advanced, Brown, Black Belt Divisions

• These will follow IJF Rules

JUDO UNIFORMS

• All Competitors MUST have a WHITE Judo Gi that fits properly