NO-GI Categories 

Our tournaments rounds will be 2  - 2 min rounds where a third round will be implemented if the 2 previous rounds ends in a draw by the refee and the judges.

Standard No Gi Grappling rules are implemented any strikes will lead to disqualification. 

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Scoring Points

Points are awarded for achieving specific positions and maneuvers. To score, the position must be held for 3 seconds.

• Takedown or Throw: 2 points

• Sweep: 2 points

• Knee on Belly: 2 points

• Guard Pass: 3 points

• Mount Position: 4 points

• Back Control (with hooks in): 4 points

Advantages

• Awarded for almost completing a point-scoring move or attempting a submission that threatens the opponent.

• Advantages are used to determine the winner if the points are tied.

Penalties

• Stalling: Lack of engagement can lead to penalties. First offense results in a warning; repeated offenses result in point deductions.

• Illegal Moves: Vary by belt rank and include slams, certain leg locks, and neck cranks.

• Unsportsmanlike Conduct: Includes hair pulling, biting, and striking, leading to immediate disqualification.

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Submission Techniques

A competitor can win immediately if their opponent submits by:

• Tapping: Physically tapping the mat, their opponent, or themselves.

• Verbally: Shouting or signaling verbal submission.

Common submissions include:

• Joint Locks: Armbar, kimura, americana, etc.

• Chokeholds: Rear-naked choke, guillotine, triangle choke, etc.

Illegal Techniques (by Belt Rank)

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White Belts

• No wrist locks.

• No knee bars, heel hooks, or toe holds.

• No slams from guard.

Blue and Purple Belts

• No knee bars or heel hooks.

• Toe holds are allowed for purple belts.

Brown and Black Belts

• Knee bars and toe holds allowed.

• Heel hooks are illegal in IBJJF competitions.