Grey Belt & Up Ages 4 - 7 Allowable Techniques (Gi & NOGI)

Allowed Triangle without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Guillotine Not Allowed Standing Submissions Standing Guillotine Triangle with Head Pull Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Gogo Plata Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Ages 8 - 15 Allowable Techniques (Gi & NOGI)

All Rankes follow the same submissions guidelines Allowed Triangle without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Guillotine Not Allowed Standing Submissions Standing Guillotine Triangle with Head Pull Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Gogo Plata Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Ages 16-17 White to Orange Belt Allowable Techniques (Gi)

Allowable Triangle with & without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Standing Submissions Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - No Hand Over Mouth

Ages 16-17 Green Belt above Allowable Techniques (Gi)

Allowable Standing Submissions Triangle with Head Pull Triangle without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Ages 16-17 Novice-Advanced Allowable Techniques (NOGI)

Allowable Standing Submissions Ezekiel Choke Triangle With & Without Head Pull Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Straight Ankle Lock Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - No Hand Over Mouth

Ages 16-17 Expert Allowable Techniques (NOGI)

Allowable Standing Submissions Triangle with Head Pull Triangle without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - No Hand Over Mouth

Adult White Belt Allowable Techniques (Gi)

Allowable Triangle with & without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Standing Submissions Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Adult Blue & Purple Belt Allowable Techniques (Gi)

Allowable Standing Submissions Triangle with Head Pull Triangle without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Adult Brown & Black Belt Allowable Techniques (Gi)

Allowable Standing Submissions Triangle with Head Pull Triangle without Head Pull Collar Chokes Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Adult Beginner Allowable Techniques (NOGI)

Max rank allowed in this division is white belt 4 Stripes Allowable Standing Submissions Ezekiel Choke Triangle With & Without Head Pull Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Straight Ankle Lock Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Adult Intermediate Allowable Techniques (NOGI)

Max rank allowed in this division is purple belt 4 Stripes Allowable Standing Submissions Triangle With & Without Head Pull Arm Triangle Chokes Arm BarsShoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Not Allowed Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Heel Hook Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Scissors Take Downs Slams Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Adult Expert Allowable Techniques (NOGI)

Any rank can enter this division Allowable Standing Submissions Triangle with Head Pull Triangle without Head Pull Arm Triangle Chokes Arm Bars Shoulder Locks Omoplata Ezekiel Choke Straight Ankle Lock Jumping Guard Wrist Lock Knee Bar Toe Hold Bicep/Calf Slicer Knee Reap Neck Crank Spine Manipulation Leg Splitting Submissions Heel Hook Gogo Plata Guillotine Standing Guillotine Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth Not Allowed Scissors Take Downs Slams

Standard Match Times 4-5 Years Old 3 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI 6-7 Years Old 3 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI 8-9 Years Old 3 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI 10-11 Years Old 4 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI 12-13 Years Old 4 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI 14-15 Years Old 4 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI 16-17 Years Old 5 Min Match - Both Gi & NOGI Adult 18+ Gi White Belt = 5 Min Blue Belt = 6 Mins. Purple Belt = 7 Mins. Brown & Black Belt = 8 Mins. Adult 18+ NOGI Beginner NOGI - 5 Min Intermediate NOGI = 6 Min Expert NOGI = 8 Mins Master Match Times M30 Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins M40 Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins M50 Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins M60+ Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins

Matches will always have a victor; Matches can be won by… SUBMISSION POINTS REFEREE DECISION REFEREE STOPPAGE FORFEITURE OF THE MATCH DISQUALIFICATION BY FOULS COMPETITOR INJURY If matches ends in a draw; It will be a referee decision.

No Submissions for kids that are 7 years old or younger in the White Belt or Beginner NOGI divisions! A Submission happens when a competitor forces an opponent to: Tap with their hand against their opponent or the floor in a visible manner. Tap with their feet on the ground (if he or she does not have the use of their hands). Verbally request the referee that the match be stopped. Verbally says “Tap”. If a competitor screams or yells in the heat of the match. *Referees will objectively stop any match when they believe that the competitor could be at risk of incurring serious injury regardless of whether the competitor taps or not. This decision is solely up to the referee and is not able to be contested or appealed.

2 Point - techniques and positions

Takedown When a ﬁghter starts in the standing position, forces the opponent to fall back down, sideways or into a seated position on the ground, and establishes the position for 3 seconds. When a ﬁghter forces their opponent to the ground on all fours or belly down, points shall be awarded once the ﬁghter establishes top position for 3 seconds, having his entire body behind the line of at least one of the arms. At least one of the opponents knees needs to be on the ground. A ﬁghter who initiates the takedown movement, after the opponent has pulled guard, will not receive points. When a competitor pulls guard after the opponent has established a grip on the pants, it will be considered a takedown for the competitor with the grip on the pants after 3 seconds of top control. When a competitor forces their competitor to the ground and lands inside the guard, and the person on the bottom successfully applies a sweep/counter takedown before 3 seconds of control, only the competitor performing the counter technique shall be awarded points if he establishes control for 3 seconds on top. When both competitors stand up, after 3 seconds in the standing positions, both will have the possibility of scoring points through a takedown. Sweep Action where the scoring competitor is in the bottom position playing guard and is able to move to a top control position, and establish control for at least 3 seconds. In the case of 50/50 guard, a 2 point sweep is only registered if the athlete moving to top position is able to free their legs from the opponent’s, and control the top position for at least 3 seconds. Knee on the Belly When a competitor in a top position places the knee or shin closest to the opponents hips on the bottom competitor's belly, chest or ribs while placing the other foot on the ground. Locked submission attempts Locked submission attempts that end out of bounds without purpose (competitors will be restarted, standing, in the center) Executing a Takedown When executing a takedown, if the opponent flees the mat, the competitor executing the takedown will be awarded 2 points. Double Guard Pull When a double guard pull occurs, the competitor who gets to the top position ﬁrst and establishes control for 3 seconds is awarded 2 points. If 20 seconds pass and neither opponent reaches the top position the referee will stop the ﬁght and both competitors will be penalized. The ﬁght will be restarted from the standing position.

3 Point - techniques and positions

Guard Pass When a top competitor clears the legs and establishes side control, knee on belly, north-south position, or full mount.

4 Point - technique and positions

Mount When the athlete is sitting on the opponent’s torso with 2 knees on the ground, or one knee and one foot on the ground. The competitor on top must be facing the opponent with only up to one arm trapped under the leg, if both arms are under the legs points will not be given. Back Mount When the athlete is sitting on the opponent’s torso and they are ﬂat and facing the ground. The competitor mounting the back must have both knees on the ground or one knee and one foot on the ground. Back position with hooks The competitor takes control of their opponent’s back and places the heels (hooks) between their opponent’s thighs. Both hooks must be in place to receive points. A body triangle (body lock) or having the feet crossed will not result in points.

Clarifying information on Points & Positions

If a competitor is defending a takedown when taken out of bounds no points will be awarded to either competitor It is Referee discretion to determine whether an athlete is fleeing the mat to avoid a takedown or Defending a takedown. These calls can not be contested. When a submission is applied during a scoring move/technique no points will be assessed until the submission or position is disengaged (for example if a top player attempts an ankle lock from his opponents guard, and his opponent comes to the top position to accept sweep points, NO POINTS will be assessed until the ankle lock has been defended or abandoned) No points are awarded for escaping an inferior position (side control, mount, back, knee on belly) regardless of where the competitors end up from the escape attempt.

Advantage Points are awarded only for legitimate submission attempts. It falls on the referee to assess whether the opponent was in danger of a submission. Advantages should not be rewarded in cases that the opponent does not need to address the submission in any way to end the attempt.

Will result in a warning and associated penalties Inserting fingers or toes inside the sleeves or pants, or foot inside the opponent’s belt Running away from the action of the match as well as backing out of guard (more than 2 steps and not engaging their opponent Sitting to guard without having a physical connection to the opponent. If a foul occurs the referee may Restart the action in the last position before progression occurred, or Restart the competitors standing if it cannot be recreated.

If a child applies an illegal technique, the referee will stop the fight and undo the illegal move. No penalty will be given and the match will be restarted by the referee. Unless the referee understands that illegal technique it’s been used to get some reasonable advantage in the fight. In this case, penalties can be applied. In the event of a youth tap from an illegal technique, before the referee has a chance to stop the match the offender will be DQ.

Other Types of Unsportsmanlike Conduct

Using the belt for any type of submission. Use of foul language, cursing, or other immoral acts of disrespect towards the referee, opponents or any of the assisting staff or public Engaging in any unsportsmanlike or malicious conduct Attacking an opponent on or during a break Attacking an opponent who is under the care of the referee or doctor Attacking an opponent after the end of the match Flagrantly disregarding the instructions of the referee A competitor MUST follow the instructions of the referee at all times. Any deviation or non-compliance may result in the competitor’s disqualification. Interference by the coach - Interference is defined as any action or activity aimed at disrupting the match or causing an unfair advantage to be given to one competitor. Coaches or corners are not allowed to distract the referee or influence the actions of the referee in any fashion.

The health and wellbeing of athletes and spectators is of the utmost importance to us. Therefore hygiene will be strictly enforced. Finger and toe nails trimmed and cut short. Hair Long hair must be tied back in a way that ensures zero disruption to their opponents grappling ability or the progression of the match. Dyed hair must not leave any stains or residue. Competitors will be disqualified if they do. Gel or Hairspray

All gear used in competition must be kept clean and tidy. Gear that is falling apart, has a bad odor, is stained, or color bleeds on any surface will not be allowed during the competition. Gear subject to this rule includes but is not limited to: Jiu Jitsu Gis Belts Rashguards Fight Shorts Leggings Apparel worn for NOGI Knee Pads Ankle Wraps Elbow Sleeves Competitors who are wearing gear that does not meet the standard of the referee on the mat will be asked to remove or change their gear. If a competitor can not find a replacement or compete without the item they will be disqualified. Competitors may not wear any item that is made of any hard material including plastic. Competitors will be asked to remove or replace these items. Most common offenses to this rule include: Male/Female Cups - that are made of plastic or metal Jewelry of any kind - Belly button rings must come out Prosthetics Cast Gauged Ears - should be secured shut with medical tape Joint Braces that include plastic pieces to hold velcro straps Fit of Jiu Jitsu Gis Jiu Jitsu gi should fit properly and meet standard competition rules. If a referee feels that a gi hinders an opponent from gripping or performing techniques he may ask the competitor to change his uniform. If a competitor can not find a replacement gi he will be DQ from the match. But will however be allowed to compete in future matches if the competitor finds a replacement gi later on. NOGI Attire NOGI attire worn during competition must meet the following criteria: Top Must cover the torso and shoulders Can be a Rashgaurd or T-Shirt Shirts that are worn may not be overly baggy (referees discretion can not be challenged) Tank Tops or Sports Bras are not allow Bottoms Must completely cover the butt Must not have any zippers or pockets Strings must be on the inside of the garment Garments that are overly baggy will not be allowed. (referees discretion can not be challenged)

Uncontested Divisions and Merged Divisions

All uncontested Divisions will follow these options starting with option 1 then moving down the list. All competitors have the ability in Smoothcomp to go in and update their own resignation to put themselves in a division of their choosing. Kids 15 and Under: We will move them up in weight by one weight class We will move them up in age but keep them in the same weight We will move them up in age and up in weight by one weight class If none of the above can be done we will contact you directly to find a solution Adults We will move you up in weight by one weight class We will contact you to find a solution Masters We will move you up in weight by one weight class We will move you down in age and keep you in the same weight class If none of the above can be done we will contact you directly to find a solution

Coaches Code Of Conduct

The competitor has the right to have one coach present during the match. One chair will be placed on the side of the mat area exclusively for the coaches use during the match. The scorekeeper will not wait for a coach to start a match if they are not present. The coach must not stand or kneel on the mat area during the match. The coach shall not talk to the referee during the match, doing so results in a penalty. The coach shall not talk to the score keeper's table under risk of being penalized. Anyone can be a coach as long as they have been approved by a FUJI BJJ Staff member. Coaches will not use profanity or make derogatory remarks during the matches. They will receive one warning then be removed.

Competition Rules

FAQ's

Common questions asked by people who are competing at FUJI BJJ Events for the first time.

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Elite divisions are made for competitors looking to test their skills on a higher level. You can register for both Elite and Regular divisions at the same event. They are essentially modified absolute divisions. These divisions are wider in skill, weight, and for kids, age.

All winners of the Elite division are granted a unique award that is exclusively available through this achievement.

Below are the available options for the Elite Division:

•Kids GI Elite

•Kids NOGI Elite

•Adults GI Elite

•Adults NOGI Elite

Kids divisions are open rank with 3 age groups and are set up in 20lbs increments. Are these new division

Kids age groups:

9 and under
15 and under
17 and unde

Adult divisions are set up into two skill and two weight divisions. The age divisions are unchanged from the normal divisions.

Adult Skill divisions

Gi

Blue belt and below
Purple belt and above

NOGI

Intermediate and Below
Expert

Adult Weight divisions

Under 165lbs
Over 165lbs

Rules and guidelines

The tournament director reserves the right to protect the safety and well being of the participants and attendees of their event. Any person who misbehaves, threatens others, uses profanity, or does not conduct themselves in a professional manner will be removed from the event. The sole decision maker is the tournament director.

Allowable Techniques

No Submissions allowed

Allowed

Triangle without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Guillotine

Not Allowed

Standing Submissions
Standing Guillotine
Triangle with Head Pull
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Gogo Plata
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

All Rankes follow the same submissions guidelines

Allowed

Triangle without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Guillotine

Not Allowed

Standing Submissions
Standing Guillotine
Triangle with Head Pull
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Gogo Plata
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Allowable

Triangle with & without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Standing Submissions
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - No Hand Over Mouth

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Triangle with Head Pull
Triangle without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Ezekiel Choke
Triangle With & Without Head Pull
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Straight Ankle Lock
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - No Hand Over Mouth

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Triangle with Head Pull
Triangle without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - No Hand Over Mouth

Allowable

Triangle with & without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Standing Submissions
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Triangle with Head Pull
Triangle without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Triangle with Head Pull
Triangle without Head Pull
Collar Chokes
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Max rank allowed in this division is white belt 4 Stripes

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Ezekiel Choke
Triangle With & Without Head Pull
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Straight Ankle Lock
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Max rank allowed in this division is purple belt 4 Stripes

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Triangle With & Without Head Pull
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm BarsShoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine

Not Allowed

Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Heel Hook
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Scissors Take Downs
Slams
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Any rank can enter this division

Allowable

Standing Submissions
Triangle with Head Pull
Triangle without Head Pull
Arm Triangle Chokes
Arm Bars
Shoulder Locks
Omoplata
Ezekiel Choke
Straight Ankle Lock
Jumping Guard
Wrist Lock
Knee Bar
Toe Hold
Bicep/Calf Slicer
Knee Reap
Neck Crank
Spine Manipulation
Leg Splitting Submissions
Heel Hook
Gogo Plata
Guillotine
Standing Guillotine
Smoother Choke - Hand Over Mouth

Not Allowed

Scissors Take Downs
Slams

Basic Rules

Standard Match Times

4-5 Years Old 3 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI
6-7 Years Old 3 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI
8-9 Years Old 3 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI
10-11 Years Old 4 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI
12-13 Years Old 4 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI
14-15 Years Old 4 Min Matches - Both Gi & NOGI
16-17 Years Old 5 Min Match - Both Gi & NOGI
Adult 18+ Gi
White Belt = 5 Min
Blue Belt = 6 Mins.
Purple Belt = 7 Mins.
Brown & Black Belt = 8 Mins.

Adult 18+ NOGI

Beginner NOGI - 5 Min
Intermediate NOGI = 6 Min
Expert NOGI = 8 Mins

Master Match Times

M30 Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins
M40 Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins
M50 Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins
M60+ Gi & NOGI - 5 Mins

Matches will always have a victor; Matches can be won by…

SUBMISSION
POINTS
REFEREE DECISION
REFEREE STOPPAGE
FORFEITURE OF THE MATCH
DISQUALIFICATION BY FOULS
COMPETITOR INJURY

If matches ends in a draw;

It will be a referee decision.

No Submissions for kids that are 7 years old or younger in the White Belt or Beginner NOGI divisions!

A Submission happens when a competitor forces an opponent to:

Tap with their hand against their opponent or the floor in a visible manner.
Tap with their feet on the ground (if he or she does not have the use of their hands).
Verbally request the referee that the match be stopped.
Verbally says “Tap”.
If a competitor screams or yells in the heat of the match.

*Referees will objectively stop any match when they believe that the competitor could be at risk of incurring serious injury regardless of whether the competitor taps or not. This decision is solely up to the referee and is not able to be contested or appealed.

Point System

Techniques and positions that are awarded with points. All techniques or positional changes MUST have established control for 3 seconds for points to be awarded. Also, any submission attempts by the opponent being scored on must be cleared prior to being able to secure position for count.

Takedown

When a ﬁghter starts in the standing position, forces the opponent to fall back down, sideways or into a seated position on the ground, and establishes the position for 3 seconds.
When a ﬁghter forces their opponent to the ground on all fours or belly down, points shall be awarded once the ﬁghter establishes top position for 3 seconds, having his entire body behind the line of at least one of the arms. At least one of the opponents knees needs to be on the ground.
A ﬁghter who initiates the takedown movement, after the opponent has pulled guard, will not receive points.
When a competitor pulls guard after the opponent has established a grip on the pants, it will be considered a takedown for the competitor with the grip on the pants after 3 seconds of top control.
When a competitor forces their competitor to the ground and lands inside the guard, and the person on the bottom successfully applies a sweep/counter takedown before 3 seconds of control, only the competitor performing the counter technique shall be awarded points if he establishes control for 3 seconds on top.
When both competitors stand up, after 3 seconds in the standing positions, both will have the possibility of scoring points through a takedown.

Sweep

Action where the scoring competitor is in the bottom position playing guard and is able to move to a top control position, and establish control for at least 3 seconds.
In the case of 50/50 guard, a 2 point sweep is only registered if the athlete moving to top position is able to free their legs from the opponent’s, and control the top position for at least 3 seconds.

Knee on the Belly

When a competitor in a top position places the knee or shin closest to the opponents hips on the bottom competitor's belly, chest or ribs while placing the other foot on the ground.

Locked submission attempts

Locked submission attempts that end out of bounds without purpose (competitors will be restarted, standing, in the center)

Executing a Takedown

When executing a takedown, if the opponent flees the mat, the competitor executing the takedown will be awarded 2 points.

Double Guard Pull

When a double guard pull occurs, the competitor who gets to the top position ﬁrst and establishes control for 3 seconds is awarded 2 points. If 20 seconds pass and neither opponent reaches the top position the referee will stop the ﬁght and both competitors will be penalized. The ﬁght will be restarted from the standing position.

Guard Pass

When a top competitor clears the legs and establishes side control, knee on belly, north-south position, or full mount.

Mount

When the athlete is sitting on the opponent’s torso with 2 knees on the ground, or one knee and one foot on the ground. The competitor on top must be facing the opponent with only up to one arm trapped under the leg, if both arms are under the legs points will not be given.

Back Mount

When the athlete is sitting on the opponent’s torso and they are ﬂat and facing the ground. The competitor mounting the back must have both knees on the ground or one knee and one foot on the ground.

Back position with hooks

The competitor takes control of their opponent’s back and places the heels (hooks) between their opponent’s thighs. Both hooks must be in place to receive points. A body triangle (body lock) or having the feet crossed will not result in points.

If a competitor is defending a takedown when taken out of bounds no points will be awarded to either competitor
It is Referee discretion to determine whether an athlete is fleeing the mat to avoid a takedown or Defending a takedown. These calls can not be contested.
When a submission is applied during a scoring move/technique no points will be assessed until the submission or position is disengaged (for example if a top player attempts an ankle lock from his opponents guard, and his opponent comes to the top position to accept sweep points, NO POINTS will be assessed until the ankle lock has been defended or abandoned)
No points are awarded for escaping an inferior position (side control, mount, back, knee on belly) regardless of where the competitors end up from the escape attempt.

Advantage Points are awarded only for legitimate submission attempts. It falls on the referee to assess whether the opponent was in danger of a submission.

Advantages should not be rewarded in cases that the opponent does not need to address the submission in any way to end the attempt.

Penalties & Fouls

Poor Personal Conduct – May result in immediate DQ.

Will result in a warning and associated penalties

Inserting fingers or toes inside the sleeves or pants, or foot inside the opponent’s belt
Running away from the action of the match as well as backing out of guard (more than 2 steps and not engaging their opponent
Sitting to guard without having a physical connection to the opponent.
If a foul occurs the referee may
Restart the action in the last position before progression occurred, or
Restart the competitors standing if it cannot be recreated.

A verbal warning will be given on the first offense where a competitor is committing a foul or stalling.

Stalling – A referee will issue a warning to a competitor when they are stalling by telling them that they must modify the position. When a competitor does not modify his grips or position after a 20 second count this warning will be given. After another 20 seconds a 2nd warning will be given, and 2 points will be awarded to the opponent. There will be no 3rd warning, competitors will be DQ’s after a 3rd 20 second period has passed with no movement.

Warnings are given to the competitor after committing a foul.
1st Offense: Verbal Warning, penalty added
2nd Offense: +2 points for opponent, penalty added
3rd Offense: Disqualification

If a child applies an illegal technique, the referee will stop the fight and undo the illegal move. No penalty will be given and the match will be restarted by the referee. Unless the referee understands that illegal technique it’s been used to get some reasonable advantage in the fight. In this case, penalties can be applied.
In the event of a youth tap from an illegal technique, before the referee has a chance to stop the match the offender will be DQ.

Unsportsmanlike conduct

Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in a competitor’s immediate disqualification.

Using any part of the body (fist, forearm, elbow, shoulder, head, knee, or leg) to cause a concussive blow to one’s opponent.

Eye gouging is the act of pressing or tearing the eye using the fingers, other body parts, or instruments.

Biting in any form is illegal. A referee may not be able to physically observe some actions such as biting.

Pulling of the hair in any fashion is an illegal action. A competitor may not grab a hold of their opponent’s hair to control their opponent in any way.

Any attempt by a competitor to use their fingers in a manner that attacks their opponent’s mouth, nose or ears, stretching the skin to that area will be considered “Fish hooking”.

A competitor may not place their fingers into an opponent's nose, ears, mouth, or any body cavity.

Grabbing fingers & toes as single digits. Competitors must grab 3 or more digits at a time.

Malicious slamming is considered slamming an opponent with ill will or intent to cause injury. Spiking is considered to be any take-down where you control your opponent’s body directing his feet straight up and his head straight down and forcibly driving the opponent’s head into floor/mat.

Using the belt for any type of submission.
Use of foul language, cursing, or other immoral acts of disrespect towards the referee, opponents or any of the assisting staff or public
Engaging in any unsportsmanlike or malicious conduct
Attacking an opponent on or during a break
Attacking an opponent who is under the care of the referee or doctor
Attacking an opponent after the end of the match
Flagrantly disregarding the instructions of the referee
A competitor MUST follow the instructions of the referee at all times. Any deviation or non-compliance may result in the competitor’s disqualification.
Interference by the coach - Interference is defined as any action or activity aimed at disrupting the match or causing an unfair advantage to be given to one competitor. Coaches or corners are not allowed to distract the referee or influence the actions of the referee in any fashion.

FUJI BJJ Policies

The health and wellbeing of athletes and spectators is of the utmost importance to us. Therefore hygiene will be strictly enforced.

Finger and toe nails trimmed and cut short.

Hair

Long hair must be tied back in a way that ensures zero disruption to their opponents grappling ability or the progression of the match.
Dyed hair must not leave any stains or residue. Competitors will be disqualified if they do.
Gel or Hairspray

All gear used in competition must be kept clean and tidy. Gear that is falling apart, has a bad odor, is stained, or color bleeds on any surface will not be allowed during the competition. Gear subject to this rule includes but is not limited to:

Jiu Jitsu Gis
Belts
Rashguards
Fight Shorts
Leggings
Apparel worn for NOGI
Knee Pads
Ankle Wraps
Elbow Sleeves

Competitors who are wearing gear that does not meet the standard of the referee on the mat will be asked to remove or change their gear. If a competitor can not find a replacement or compete without the item they will be disqualified.

Competitors may not wear any item that is made of any hard material including plastic. Competitors will be asked to remove or replace these items. Most common offenses to this rule include:

Male/Female Cups - that are made of plastic or metal
Jewelry of any kind - Belly button rings must come out
Prosthetics
Cast
Gauged Ears - should be secured shut with medical tape
Joint Braces that include plastic pieces to hold velcro straps

Fit of Jiu Jitsu Gis

Jiu Jitsu gi should fit properly and meet standard competition rules. If a referee feels that a gi hinders an opponent from gripping or performing techniques he may ask the competitor to change his uniform. If a competitor can not find a replacement gi he will be DQ from the match. But will however be allowed to compete in future matches if the competitor finds a replacement gi later on.

NOGI Attire

NOGI attire worn during competition must meet the following criteria:

Top
Must cover the torso and shoulders
Can be a Rashgaurd or T-Shirt
Shirts that are worn may not be overly baggy (referees discretion can not be challenged)
Tank Tops or Sports Bras are not allow
Bottoms
Must completely cover the butt
Must not have any zippers or pockets
Strings must be on the inside of the garment
Garments that are overly baggy will not be allowed. (referees discretion can not be challenged)

All fighters will have the ability to refund themselves if they register during early registration time period and refund themselves directly through Smoothcomp during the early registration process.

If you try to cancel your registration during Normal or Late Registration time frame you will be issued your own personal coupon code for a future event. This is generated directly in Smoothcomp.

If there is a special circumstance as to why you can not attend. Please contact the tournament director to find a solution.

All uncontested Divisions will follow these options starting with option 1 then moving down the list. All competitors have the ability in Smoothcomp to go in and update their own resignation to put themselves in a division of their choosing.

Kids 15 and Under:

We will move them up in weight by one weight class
We will move them up in age but keep them in the same weight
We will move them up in age and up in weight by one weight class
If none of the above can be done we will contact you directly to find a solution

Adults

We will move you up in weight by one weight class
We will contact you to find a solution

Masters

We will move you up in weight by one weight class
We will move you down in age and keep you in the same weight class
If none of the above can be done we will contact you directly to find a solution

The competitor has the right to have one coach present during the match.
One chair will be placed on the side of the mat area exclusively for the coaches use during the match.
The scorekeeper will not wait for a coach to start a match if they are not present.
The coach must not stand or kneel on the mat area during the match.
The coach shall not talk to the referee during the match, doing so results in a penalty.
The coach shall not talk to the score keeper's table under risk of being penalized.
Anyone can be a coach as long as they have been approved by a FUJI BJJ Staff member.
Coaches will not use profanity or make derogatory remarks during the matches. They will receive one warning then be removed.

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