Rules
IJF International Federation Rules:
Competitors and coaches will need to present a vaild USA Judo, USJA, USJF and ATJA memberships
For Complete Rules Click HERE
Events will use a Modified IJF Rule Set
Below is a list of rules that are being modified from the IJF Rule Set.
Events
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 development and the emphasis is on positive judo (Throws, Pins, Armlocks, Chokes).
- Refs for kids (U13) matches should be at least a brown belt in judo. Refs for ages 13+ should be at least a black belt in judo.
- 1 Ref per mat area. No Care system is used at the events.
BASIC DIVISION MATCH TIMES:
- All Basic Divisions (Youth/Teens/Adult/Veterans) are 3 mins.
- The clock only stops for blood/doctor or tying of judo gi.
- Athletes are encouraged to get up quick and continue.
INTERMEDIATE DIVISION MATCH TIMES:
- Youth Intermediate are 3 mins
- The clock only stops for blood/doctor or tying of judo gi.
- Athletes are encouraged to get up quick and continue.
13+ INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED DIVISION MATCH TIMES:
- 13+ Int & Adv is 4 mins
- Clock stops when the Referee says Matte.
IJF Cadet, IJF Junior & IJF Senior DIVISION MATCH TIMES:
- IJF Cadet, IJF Junior & IJF Senior. 4 mins
- Follow standard IJF Rules
Veterans Intermediate & Advanced DIVISION MATCH TIMES:
- Veterans Intermediate & Advanced is 4 mins.
- Clocks stops when the Referee says Matte.
- Athletes are encouraged to get up quick and continue.
GOLDEN SCORE:
- All Basic & Intermediate Youth Divisions - 2 minutes
- If nobody scores at the end of the Golden Score, referee decides the winner
- 13+ (Intermediate & Advanced), IJF & Veterans 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
Basic 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.
Intermediate 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 and IJF Division
- These will follow IJF Rules
JUDO Uniforms
All competitors must wear a properly fitting gi.
Divisions under 13 years old Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Divisions
- Any color (white, blue, black)
- Any patches/embroidery can be worn as long as it does not hinder opponents ability to grab judo gi or go against the spirit of judo.
Divisions 13+ Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
- Any color (white, blue, black)
- Any patches/embroidery can be worn as long as it does not hinder opponents ability to grab judo gi or go against the spirit of judo.
IJF Divisions (Cadet, Junior, Senior)
- Follow IJF rules (White & Blue Only)
Lieu
Entrées
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Male & Female 4 - 6 Years Old 60 USD
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Male 7 - 8 Years Old 60 USD
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Male 9 - 10 Years Old 60 USD
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Male 11 - 12 Years Old 60 USD
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Male 13 - 14 Years Old 60 USD
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Male 15 - 16 Years Old 60 USD
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Male 17 - 20 Years Old 60 USD
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Senior Men (21+) 60 USD
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Veteran Men (30+) 60 USD
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Female 7 - 8 Years Old 60 USD
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Female 9 - 10 Years Old 60 USD
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Female 11 - 12 Years Old 60 USD
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Female 13 - 20 Years Old 60 USD
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Senior Women (21+) 60 USD
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Veteran Women (30+) 60 USD
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Kata Entry 30 USD$30 PER PARTICIPANT - Kata Participants will be contacted the week of the event to finalize placements, etc.