2023 Rock & Roll Judo Tournament
Sep 15, 2023 - Sep 15, 2023 | Avon, OH, USA
American Judo & Chu To Bu Brasa have teamed up to provide the best tournament experience possible. American Judo Shiai's are the perfect place for any judoka looking to gain experience in a competitive yet friendly tournament atmosphere. Our developmental tournament series offers as many matches as possible, so you can get the most out of your experience. With a modified rule set in place, everyone is sure to have a positive tournament experience.
TOURNAMENT DETAILS: #
USA Judo Sanctioned Event - #00396
Date: 09/16/2023
Venue: Avon Middle School
Address: 3445 Long Road, Avon, Ohio 44011
Format: Double Elimination or Round Robin for 5 or Less; All competitors are guaranteed 2 matches or your entry fee back.
Age Standards: Age 4 and Up
Competitors and coaches will need to present a valid USA Judo Membership
Non-US Competitors must contact USA Judo for a letter of invitation
Non-USA Judo Competitors may compete as well
All States are Welcome!
QUESTIONS/NEED HELP: #
Questions? Email Riley McIlwain at events@americanjudo.com or call Pedro’s Judo Center at 617-257-4769 and ask to speak with Riley.
RULES #
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 #
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
Contact information for the
2023 Rock & Roll Judo TournamentAmerican Judo / Jimmy Pedro's Judo Center
events@americanjudo.com
617-257-4769