2023 Rock & Roll Judo Tournament

Sep 16, 2023 - Sep 16, 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. 


    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? Email Riley McIlwain at events@americanjudo.com or call Pedro’s Judo Center at 617-257-4769 and ask to speak with Riley.



    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). 


    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


    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


    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


    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


    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


    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


    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


    The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score

    Chokes Allowed

    Armlocks Allowed

    Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred


    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


    The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score

    Chokes Allowed

    Armlocks Allowed

    Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred


    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. 


    Novice 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. 


    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


    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



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