24 Aug Toronto Jiu Jitsu Weight Classes And Rules
Competing in your first tournament or just need some tournament reminders ….
-refer to smoothcomp for info / details / reminders / schedule / brackets
-check your emails as well for information
-arrive at the venue at least 1-1.5 hours before the division start time
-spectator fees are typically $10 (cash only) but price may vary from event to event – seniors and kids under 10 usually are free
-listen for your division called to the weigh ins – if you aren’t sure if you’ve been called yet – ask at the weigh in desk
-once you weigh in remain in the bullpen (holding area) until your division is called and the ring coordinator comes to get you
-weigh in is with the Gi on and there is a 1lb weight allowance
– footwear MUST be worn at all times when not competing on the mat
-Gi colours for teens, juveniles and adults are white, blue and black and must be clean and to the right specifications (length)
-NO rashguards or spats for boys/men under your Gi
-please keep your Gi on and tied up at all times when in the warm up and competition areas – even after your matches
-no jumping over the barricades
-once your division is done go to podium and wait for your medal presentation
-ONLY registered coaches with their coaches passes will be allowed matside to coach kids up to youth age 13 – coaching for teens 14 and up will happen outside the barricades
-parents/family members/friends must watch from outside the barricades for all ages – parents your children will be taken to the mats by a ring coordinator and you can follow them to their mat on the outside of the barricades (your child will be in full view at all times)
-no picture taking or video taping inside the barricades / matside by anyone (unless hired by the promoter) – athletes you may put your phone on a tripod on the scorekeepers table and video tape your matches that way
-IMPORTANT- we are trying to keep the mat areas as free from people as possible so the table runners, medics, etc can do their jobs easily – as well as for various other reasons which is why we have the rules for coaches/family members matside
-please be courteous and respectful to all event staff, volunteers, spectators and competitors etc.
-we are all doing our very best to ensure the event runs smoothly
-the referees decision is final
– if you have any questions or any issues arise please talk to the head referee, chief official or tournament organizers at the event
