[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":3019},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-list-en":3},[4,290,570,885,1139,1455,1790,2027,2334,2589,2725,2894],{"id":5,"title":6,"author":7,"body":8,"description":274,"extension":275,"meta":276,"navigation":277,"path":278,"publishedAt":279,"seo":280,"stem":281,"tags":282,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":289},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Faiga-rules-guide.md","AIGA Rules Guide: Amateur International Grappling Association","Grappling Rules",{"type":9,"value":10,"toc":264},"minimark",[11,20,34,39,45,61,64,67,71,78,157,163,169,173,180,213,217,220,225,229,232,249,252,256],[12,13,14,15,19],"p",{},"AIGA (Amateur International Grappling Association) is an international grappling body that organizes competitions under a distinctive hybrid scoring system. What sets AIGA apart from other federations is the ",[16,17,18],"strong",{},"scoreless period"," — a segment at the start of each match where most position points don't count.",[12,21,22],{},[23,24,25,26,33],"em",{},"Rule data source: AIGA Rules and Main Provisions for Conducting Grappling Competitions, Revision 9.0 (January 2025). Note: Source URL verification is pending — always confirm with the official AIGA website at ",[27,28,32],"a",{"href":29,"rel":30},"https:\u002F\u002Faiga.world",[31],"nofollow","aiga.world",".",[35,36,38],"h2",{"id":37},"the-aiga-scoreless-period","The AIGA Scoreless Period",[12,40,41,42,44],{},"At the start of each AIGA match, there is a ",[16,43,18],{}," during which only two things generate points:",[46,47,48,55],"ol",{},[49,50,51,54],"li",{},[16,52,53],{},"Takedowns"," (2 points) — these count during the scoreless period",[49,56,57,60],{},[16,58,59],{},"Negative\u002Fpenalty points"," — earned through stalling, fleeing, or reaping violations",[12,62,63],{},"All other position points (sweeps, guard passes, mount, back control) are locked until the scoreless period ends. Once it ends, full scoring opens for the remainder of the match.",[12,65,66],{},"This structure is designed to force standing engagement at the start — athletes must fight for takedowns rather than immediately pulling guard.",[35,68,70],{"id":69},"aiga-scoring-system-after-scoreless-period","AIGA Scoring System (After Scoreless Period)",[12,72,73,74,77],{},"The following positions become available after the scoreless period ends. All positions require ",[16,75,76],{},"≥3 seconds of stable control",":",[79,80,81,94],"table",{},[82,83,84],"thead",{},[85,86,87,91],"tr",{},[88,89,90],"th",{},"Position",[88,92,93],{},"Points",[95,96,97,106,114,121,128,135,142,150],"tbody",{},[85,98,99,103],{},[100,101,102],"td",{},"Takedown (also during scoreless period)",[100,104,105],{},"2",[85,107,108,111],{},[100,109,110],{},"Takedown + Pass (clean — also called Takedown-Clean)",[100,112,113],{},"4",[85,115,116,119],{},[100,117,118],{},"Sweep",[100,120,105],{},[85,122,123,126],{},[100,124,125],{},"Sweep + Pass (clean)",[100,127,113],{},[85,129,130,133],{},[100,131,132],{},"Knee on Belly",[100,134,105],{},[85,136,137,140],{},[100,138,139],{},"Mount",[100,141,105],{},[85,143,144,147],{},[100,145,146],{},"Back Control",[100,148,149],{},"3",[85,151,152,155],{},[100,153,154],{},"Guard Pass",[100,156,149],{},[12,158,159,162],{},[16,160,161],{},"Takedown-Clean (4 pts)",": Takedown followed immediately by passing the opponent's guard, with ≥3 seconds of control and ~75% of the back on the mat. Only after the scoreless period.",[12,164,165,168],{},[16,166,167],{},"Sweep-Clean (4 pts)",": Sweep followed immediately by passing guard, with ≥3 seconds and ~75% of back on mat. Only after scoreless period.",[35,170,172],{"id":171},"aiga-penalty-system","AIGA Penalty System",[12,174,175,176,179],{},"AIGA uses a ",[16,177,178],{},"negative point"," system for cumulative penalties:",[181,182,183,189,195,201,207],"ul",{},[49,184,185,188],{},[16,186,187],{},"Stalling",": First penalty: \"Action\" warning + 20-second countdown; subsequent penalties: direct -1 point each; 5th penalty: disqualification",[49,190,191,194],{},[16,192,193],{},"Fleeing the mat",": Warning, then -1 point; escalates cumulatively. Intentionally leaving during a submission = instant disqualification.",[49,196,197,200],{},[16,198,199],{},"Reaping (in restricted groups)",": Positional knee reaping -1 point; cumulative.",[49,202,203,206],{},[16,204,205],{},"Illegal technique",": Instant disqualification.",[49,208,209,212],{},[16,210,211],{},"Disciplinary violations",": Eye gouging, throat pressure, intentional strikes, slippery substances, insults, fixed fights → instant disqualification.",[35,214,216],{"id":215},"aiga-tiebreak","AIGA Tiebreak",[12,218,219],{},"If tied at the end of regulation, a single overtime period is held (length equal to the scoreless portion of the main match). If overtime is also tied, referee decision: the athlete who more frequently threatened a submission or scoring position during the combined time wins.",[12,221,222],{},[16,223,224],{},"There is no advantage system in AIGA.",[35,226,228],{"id":227},"aiga-divisions","AIGA Divisions",[12,230,231],{},"AIGA uses experience-based divisions (not belt-based):",[181,233,234,239,244],{},[49,235,236],{},[16,237,238],{},"Beginner",[49,240,241],{},[16,242,243],{},"Intermediate",[49,245,246],{},[16,247,248],{},"Advanced",[12,250,251],{},"Technical restrictions vary by division — beginners face more restrictions on leg attacks and other dangerous submissions.",[35,253,255],{"id":254},"see-aiga-rules-in-the-reference","See AIGA Rules in the Reference",[12,257,258,259,263],{},"Use the ",[27,260,262],{"href":261},"\u002Frules\u002Faiga","AIGA rules reference"," on this site to see the complete technique permissions, scoring, and penalties for each AIGA division.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":267},"",2,[268,269,270,271,272,273],{"id":37,"depth":266,"text":38},{"id":69,"depth":266,"text":70},{"id":171,"depth":266,"text":172},{"id":215,"depth":266,"text":216},{"id":227,"depth":266,"text":228},{"id":254,"depth":266,"text":255},"Complete guide to AIGA (Amateur International Grappling Association) competition rules: the scoreless period, hybrid scoring system, and experience-based divisions.","md",{},true,"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Faiga-rules-guide","2026-06-26",{"title":6,"description":274},"en\u002Fblog\u002Faiga-rules-guide",[283,284,285,286,287],"aiga","aiga-rules","grappling","submission-wrestling","competition",null,"qMtJNr1TahNMwoAs7LhGaj0L2ccioWBWGRBHK-q9jKk",{"id":291,"title":292,"author":7,"body":293,"description":557,"extension":275,"meta":558,"navigation":277,"path":559,"publishedAt":560,"seo":561,"stem":562,"tags":563,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":569},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fgrappling-industries-rules.md","Grappling Industries Rules: Complete Guide",{"type":9,"value":294,"toc":549},[295,298,308,312,319,330,333,337,343,399,405,411,417,423,429,435,441,445,448,453,464,469,475,481,487,491,494,505,509,512,535,538,542],[12,296,297],{},"Grappling Industries (GI) is a North American tournament organization known for its round-robin format and accessible, well-organized competitions. GI events run both gi and no-gi divisions across multiple skill levels, making them a popular choice for athletes from white belt beginners to advanced competitors.",[12,299,300],{},[23,301,302,303],{},"Rule data verified 2026-06-27. Source: ",[27,304,307],{"href":305,"rel":306},"https:\u002F\u002Fgrapplingindustries.com",[31],"grapplingindustries.com",[35,309,311],{"id":310},"round-robin-format-what-makes-gi-different","Round-Robin Format: What Makes GI Different",[12,313,314,315,318],{},"Unlike most BJJ tournaments that use a single-elimination bracket, Grappling Industries runs a ",[16,316,317],{},"round-robin format",". Each athlete competes against every other athlete in their pool. This means:",[181,320,321,324,327],{},[49,322,323],{},"You compete multiple times even if you lose a match",[49,325,326],{},"More mat time for every competitor",[49,328,329],{},"A final ranking based on wins, points scored, and other tiebreakers",[12,331,332],{},"This makes GI tournaments particularly attractive for newer competitors who want more experience without being eliminated after one match.",[35,334,336],{"id":335},"grappling-industries-scoring-system","Grappling Industries Scoring System",[12,338,339,340,77],{},"GI uses standard BJJ-style scoring with positions requiring ",[16,341,342],{},"3 seconds of established control",[79,344,345,353],{},[82,346,347],{},[85,348,349,351],{},[88,350,90],{},[88,352,93],{},[95,354,355,362,368,374,381,387,393],{},[85,356,357,360],{},[100,358,359],{},"Takedown",[100,361,105],{},[85,363,364,366],{},[100,365,118],{},[100,367,105],{},[85,369,370,372],{},[100,371,132],{},[100,373,105],{},[85,375,376,379],{},[100,377,378],{},"Out-of-Bounds Submission (unique)",[100,380,105],{},[85,382,383,385],{},[100,384,154],{},[100,386,149],{},[85,388,389,391],{},[100,390,139],{},[100,392,113],{},[85,394,395,397],{},[100,396,146],{},[100,398,113],{},[12,400,401,404],{},[16,402,403],{},"Notable GI-specific rule: Out-of-Bounds Submission (2 pts)"," — if a strong submission attempt is stopped because it went out of bounds (and the defender was NOT intentionally fleeing), the attacking athlete is awarded 2 points. This is unique to Grappling Industries among major federations.",[12,406,407,410],{},[16,408,409],{},"Takedown (2 pts)",": Bringing opponent from standing to back\u002Fside\u002Fseated. If they turtle, only score if you take the back.",[12,412,413,416],{},[16,414,415],{},"Sweep (2 pts)",": Coming on top from bottom guard. In 50\u002F50, the sweeper must stand with their rear knee fully off the mat.",[12,418,419,422],{},[16,420,421],{},"Knee on Belly (2 pts)",": Clean from guard; knee\u002Fshin on opponent's torso; other knee fully off mat; opponent on back.",[12,424,425,428],{},[16,426,427],{},"Guard Pass (3 pts)",": Passing the legs entirely and pinning shoulders, or when opponent fails to recover position.",[12,430,431,434],{},[16,432,433],{},"Mount (4 pts)",": Seated on torso with two knees or one foot + one knee down. Trapping one arm is allowed; trapping both arms removes the mount score.",[12,436,437,440],{},[16,438,439],{},"Back Control (4 pts)",": Heels between thighs (not crossed) + upper-body control. Body triangle does NOT score in GI.",[35,442,444],{"id":443},"grappling-industries-penalty-system","Grappling Industries Penalty System",[12,446,447],{},"GI uses a clear three-step minor foul progression and immediate DQ for major fouls:",[12,449,450,77],{},[16,451,452],{},"Minor foul (3 steps)",[46,454,455,458,461],{},[49,456,457],{},"Warning",[49,459,460],{},"+2 points to opponent",[49,462,463],{},"Disqualification",[12,465,466,468],{},[16,467,187],{},": 20 seconds of inactivity or no intent to progress → minor foul progression.",[12,470,471,474],{},[16,472,473],{},"Excessive force",": Applying excessive force on a legal technique → minor foul. If it turns into a strike → instant DQ.",[12,476,477,480],{},[16,478,479],{},"Leg reaping"," (for Under 18 and White\u002FBeginner only): knee reap without submission → warning + release. Repeat or with submission → instant DQ (major foul).",[12,482,483,486],{},[16,484,485],{},"Major foul (instant DQ)",": Illegal technique for the skill level, striking, biting, hair pulling, pressure to groin\u002Feyes, ignoring referee's \"stop.\"",[35,488,490],{"id":489},"gi-tiebreak","GI Tiebreak",[12,492,493],{},"If scores are tied at the end of regulation:",[46,495,496,499,502],{},[49,497,498],{},"Most points scored",[49,500,501],{},"Fewest penalties",[49,503,504],{},"Referee decision: submission threat > positional dominance > aggressiveness",[35,506,508],{"id":507},"grappling-industries-skill-levels","Grappling Industries Skill Levels",[12,510,511],{},"GI uses experience\u002Fskill-based divisions:",[181,513,514,520,525,530],{},[49,515,516,519],{},[16,517,518],{},"Under 18",": Youth competitors",[49,521,522,524],{},[16,523,238],{},": No prior competition experience or limited training",[49,526,527,529],{},[16,528,243],{},": Some competition experience",[49,531,532,534],{},[16,533,248],{},": Experienced competitors",[12,536,537],{},"Technique restrictions vary by skill level — the higher the level, the more techniques are permitted.",[35,539,541],{"id":540},"see-the-full-gi-rules","See the Full GI Rules",[12,543,258,544,548],{},[27,545,547],{"href":546},"\u002Frules\u002Fgrappling-industries","Grappling Industries rules reference"," on this site to see the complete technique, scoring, and penalty breakdown for each GI division.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":550},[551,552,553,554,555,556],{"id":310,"depth":266,"text":311},{"id":335,"depth":266,"text":336},{"id":443,"depth":266,"text":444},{"id":489,"depth":266,"text":490},{"id":507,"depth":266,"text":508},{"id":540,"depth":266,"text":541},"Everything you need to know about Grappling Industries competition rules: round-robin format, scoring system, minor vs major fouls, and skill-based divisions.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fgrappling-industries-rules","2026-06-22",{"title":292,"description":557},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fgrappling-industries-rules",[564,565,566,567,568],"grappling-industries","grappling-industries-rules","no-gi","bjj-rules","round-robin","6kFPsMIf6RuCw9Y3Hxp8_KhO5xHSyFGPzOnqBj29kDk",{"id":571,"title":572,"author":7,"body":573,"description":874,"extension":275,"meta":875,"navigation":277,"path":876,"publishedAt":877,"seo":878,"stem":879,"tags":880,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":884},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fadcc-rules-explained.md","ADCC Rules Explained: Submission Wrestling's Premier Format",{"type":9,"value":574,"toc":865},[575,578,588,592,598,608,614,617,621,628,692,699,703,706,728,732,735,758,761,765,768,772,854,858],[12,576,577],{},"ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) runs the most prestigious submission wrestling competition in the world. Every two years, the ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship brings together the best grapplers on the planet. The ruleset is unique compared to BJJ federations — there are no belts, no gi, and the scoring structure is unlike anything in traditional BJJ.",[12,579,580],{},[23,581,582,583],{},"Rule data verified 2026-06-26. Source: ",[27,584,587],{"href":585,"rel":586},"https:\u002F\u002Fadcombat.com\u002Fadcc-rules-regulations\u002F",[31],"adcombat.com",[35,589,591],{"id":590},"adccs-unique-two-half-match-structure","ADCC's Unique Two-Half Match Structure",[12,593,594,595,77],{},"The defining feature of ADCC rules is the ",[16,596,597],{},"two-half match structure",[12,599,600,603,604,607],{},[16,601,602],{},"First half",": Only ",[16,605,606],{},"negative"," (penalty) points apply. Positive scoring positions (takedowns, guard passes, mount, back control) do not count as points yet. This forces athletes to engage and attempt submissions, since you can only lose points in the first half, not gain them.",[12,609,610,613],{},[16,611,612],{},"Second half",": Both positive scoring positions and negative penalty points apply simultaneously.",[12,615,616],{},"This structure encourages aggressive submission attempts early in the match, preventing stall-and-score tactics.",[35,618,620],{"id":619},"adcc-scoring-second-half-only","ADCC Scoring (Second Half Only)",[12,622,623,624,627],{},"The following positions score points only during the ",[16,625,626],{},"second half"," of the match:",[79,629,630,638],{},[82,631,632],{},[85,633,634,636],{},[88,635,90],{},[88,637,93],{},[95,639,640,647,654,661,668,674,680,686],{},[85,641,642,645],{},[100,643,644],{},"Takedown (landing in guard\u002Fhalf-guard)",[100,646,105],{},[85,648,649,652],{},[100,650,651],{},"Takedown (landing past guard — clean)",[100,653,113],{},[85,655,656,659],{},[100,657,658],{},"Sweep (landing in guard\u002Fhalf-guard)",[100,660,105],{},[85,662,663,666],{},[100,664,665],{},"Sweep (landing past guard — clean)",[100,667,113],{},[85,669,670,672],{},[100,671,132],{},[100,673,105],{},[85,675,676,678],{},[100,677,139],{},[100,679,105],{},[85,681,682,684],{},[100,683,146],{},[100,685,149],{},[85,687,688,690],{},[100,689,154],{},[100,691,149],{},[12,693,694,695,698],{},"All positions require ",[16,696,697],{},"3 seconds of stable control"," and at least 75% of the opponent's back on the mat where applicable.",[35,700,702],{"id":701},"adcc-penalty-points-both-halves","ADCC Penalty Points (Both Halves)",[12,704,705],{},"These points can be given against an athlete in both halves:",[181,707,708,718,723],{},[49,709,710,713,714,717],{},[16,711,712],{},"Guard pull",": Voluntarily going to guard and staying down 3+ seconds → ",[16,715,716],{},"-1 point"," to the guard puller (guard pulling itself is not banned, but the negative points incentivize standing)",[49,719,720,722],{},[16,721,187],{},": Two warnings → automatic -1 point to opponent. Repeated passivity incurs additional penalties.",[49,724,725,727],{},[16,726,193],{},": Disengaging or backing away without re-engaging → -1 point",[35,729,731],{"id":730},"adcc-divisions-experience-based-not-belt-based","ADCC Divisions: Experience-Based, Not Belt-Based",[12,733,734],{},"Unlike IBJJF and AJP, ADCC does not use belt ranks to categorize athletes. Instead, divisions are based on experience level:",[181,736,737,742,747,752],{},[49,738,739,741],{},[16,740,238],{},": Typically 0-2 years of grappling experience",[49,743,744,746],{},[16,745,243],{},": 2-5 years",[49,748,749,751],{},[16,750,248],{},": 5+ years, competitive background",[49,753,754,757],{},[16,755,756],{},"Professional",": Elite-level athletes",[12,759,760],{},"The ADCC World Championship is for professional-level athletes only. Trials and regional events feed into the main championship.",[35,762,764],{"id":763},"adcc-tiebreak","ADCC Tiebreak",[12,766,767],{},"If the match is tied at the end of regulation, a single overtime period is held using the same rules as the second half (both positive and negative points apply). There is no advantage system in ADCC — it is win by points, submission, or referee decision in overtime.",[35,769,771],{"id":770},"adcc-vs-bjj-rules-key-differences","ADCC vs BJJ Rules: Key Differences",[79,773,774,787],{},[82,775,776],{},[85,777,778,781,784],{},[88,779,780],{},"Rule",[88,782,783],{},"ADCC",[88,785,786],{},"IBJJF (BJJ)",[95,788,789,800,811,822,832,843],{},[85,790,791,794,797],{},[100,792,793],{},"Format",[100,795,796],{},"No-Gi only",[100,798,799],{},"Gi and No-Gi",[85,801,802,805,808],{},[100,803,804],{},"Belt\u002FLevel",[100,806,807],{},"Experience-based",[100,809,810],{},"Belt-based",[85,812,813,816,819],{},[100,814,815],{},"Scoring in first half",[100,817,818],{},"None (penalty only)",[100,820,821],{},"Full scoring throughout",[85,823,824,826,829],{},[100,825,712],{},[100,827,828],{},"-1 point penalty",[100,830,831],{},"Neutral (no penalty)",[85,833,834,837,840],{},[100,835,836],{},"Advantages",[100,838,839],{},"Not used",[100,841,842],{},"Used for tiebreak",[85,844,845,848,851],{},[100,846,847],{},"Match structure",[100,849,850],{},"Two halves",[100,852,853],{},"Single period",[35,855,857],{"id":856},"see-adcc-rules-in-the-reference","See ADCC Rules in the Reference",[12,859,258,860,864],{},[27,861,863],{"href":862},"\u002Frules\u002Fadcc","ADCC rules reference"," on this site to see the complete technique permissions, scoring, and penalties for each ADCC division level.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":866},[867,868,869,870,871,872,873],{"id":590,"depth":266,"text":591},{"id":619,"depth":266,"text":620},{"id":701,"depth":266,"text":702},{"id":730,"depth":266,"text":731},{"id":763,"depth":266,"text":764},{"id":770,"depth":266,"text":771},{"id":856,"depth":266,"text":857},"Complete guide to ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) rules: the unique two-half match structure, scoring system, penalty points, and experience-based divisions.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fadcc-rules-explained","2026-06-16",{"title":572,"description":874},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fadcc-rules-explained",[881,882,286,566,883],"adcc","adcc-rules","grappling-rules","tMPYqHGgQSAgf0vX3aBidJ9d04JAcAhsZW4dzDW--Io",{"id":886,"title":887,"author":7,"body":888,"description":1128,"extension":275,"meta":1129,"navigation":277,"path":1130,"publishedAt":1131,"seo":1132,"stem":1133,"tags":1134,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":1138},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fajp-rules-guide.md","AJP Rules Guide: How Abu Dhabi Pro Tournaments Work",{"type":9,"value":889,"toc":1121},[890,893,903,907,912,960,965,970,975,980,985,990,994,1001,1009,1018,1022,1025,1038,1041,1044,1047,1051,1107,1111,1114],[12,891,892],{},"AJP (Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro) is the official governing body for competitive BJJ under the Abu Dhabi Sports Council. AJP events, including the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, are among the most prestigious BJJ competitions worldwide. Understanding AJP's rules is essential if you plan to compete in their circuit.",[12,894,895],{},[23,896,897,898],{},"Rule data on this page is based on the AJP Rulebook (September 2024 edition), verified 2026-06-25. Source: ",[27,899,902],{"href":900,"rel":901},"https:\u002F\u002Fajptour.com\u002Fen\u002Fregulations\u002Fcompetition-rules\u002Fajp-jiu-jitsu-rules",[31],"ajptour.com",[35,904,906],{"id":905},"ajp-scoring-system","AJP Scoring System",[12,908,909,910,77],{},"AJP uses a belt-based competition structure with the following scoring positions. Each position requires ",[16,911,697],{},[79,913,914,922],{},[82,915,916],{},[85,917,918,920],{},[88,919,90],{},[88,921,93],{},[95,923,924,930,936,942,948,954],{},[85,925,926,928],{},[100,927,359],{},[100,929,105],{},[85,931,932,934],{},[100,933,118],{},[100,935,105],{},[85,937,938,940],{},[100,939,132],{},[100,941,105],{},[85,943,944,946],{},[100,945,154],{},[100,947,149],{},[85,949,950,952],{},[100,951,139],{},[100,953,113],{},[85,955,956,958],{},[100,957,146],{},[100,959,113],{},[12,961,962,964],{},[16,963,409],{},": Started from two feet; opponent lands on back, side, or sitting position; 3 seconds stable.",[12,966,967,969],{},[16,968,415],{},": Bottom athlete moves to top position; 3 seconds stable.",[12,971,972,974],{},[16,973,421],{},": Outside guard; knee or shin on belly\u002Fchest\u002Fribs; other knee off the mat; 3 seconds stable.",[12,976,977,979],{},[16,978,427],{},": Pass opponent's legs into side control or north-south; 3 seconds stable.",[12,981,982,984],{},[16,983,433],{},": Outside guard; seated on opponent's torso; 3 seconds stable.",[12,986,987,989],{},[16,988,439],{},": Hooks inside thighs (not crossed); 3 seconds stable.",[35,991,993],{"id":992},"ajp-tiebreak-rules","AJP Tiebreak Rules",[12,995,996,997,1000],{},"AJP's tiebreak is distinctive: ",[16,998,999],{},"the last athlete to score wins",". This encourages late-match scoring and creates exciting finishes.",[181,1002,1003,1006],{},[49,1004,1005],{},"If the score is 0-0 or both athletes score simultaneously, a 1-minute golden score period follows (starting from standing)",[49,1007,1008],{},"If still tied: referee decision — the most offensive athlete, or the one closest to a finish",[12,1010,1011,1013,1014,1017],{},[16,1012,836],{}," (like IBJJF) are counted in AJP: an advantage equals 1 point. ",[16,1015,1016],{},"Penalties"," also equal 1 point to the opponent.",[35,1019,1021],{"id":1020},"ajp-penalty-system","AJP Penalty System",[12,1023,1024],{},"AJP uses a 4-step cumulative penalty system for stalling and fleeing:",[46,1026,1027,1030,1033,1036],{},[49,1028,1029],{},"\"Action!\" warning + 10-second countdown → +1 point to opponent",[49,1031,1032],{},"+1 point + advantage to opponent",[49,1034,1035],{},"+1 point + 2 additional points to opponent",[49,1037,463],{},[12,1039,1040],{},"Special rule for under-16 athletes: steps 4-5 give 2 additional points instead of DQ; disqualification only on the 6th penalty.",[12,1042,1043],{},"Fleeing the mat (running off): +1 point to opponent plus an immediate extra 2 points (Art. 6.2.2-M).",[12,1045,1046],{},"Applying an illegal technique: instant disqualification.",[35,1048,1050],{"id":1049},"ajp-vs-ibjjf-key-differences","AJP vs IBJJF: Key Differences",[79,1052,1053,1065],{},[82,1054,1055],{},[85,1056,1057,1059,1062],{},[88,1058,780],{},[88,1060,1061],{},"AJP",[88,1063,1064],{},"IBJJF",[95,1066,1067,1078,1088,1098],{},[85,1068,1069,1072,1075],{},[100,1070,1071],{},"Tiebreak",[100,1073,1074],{},"Last scorer wins",[100,1076,1077],{},"Points → Advantages → Penalties → Referee decision",[85,1079,1080,1082,1085],{},[100,1081,836],{},[100,1083,1084],{},"Count as 1 point",[100,1086,1087],{},"Do not give points, used only for tiebreak",[85,1089,1090,1092,1095],{},[100,1091,1016],{},[100,1093,1094],{},"1 point to opponent",[100,1096,1097],{},"Cumulative, 4th = DQ",[85,1099,1100,1102,1105],{},[100,1101,132],{},[100,1103,1104],{},"2 pts",[100,1106,1104],{},[35,1108,1110],{"id":1109},"using-the-ajp-rules-reference","Using the AJP Rules Reference",[12,1112,1113],{},"Each AJP division (white through black belt) has the same scoring system but different allowed techniques. Higher belts have access to more submissions, particularly leg locks.",[12,1115,258,1116,1120],{},[27,1117,1119],{"href":1118},"\u002Frules\u002Fajp","AJP rules reference"," on this site to see the exact techniques, scoring, and penalties for your belt level.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":1122},[1123,1124,1125,1126,1127],{"id":905,"depth":266,"text":906},{"id":992,"depth":266,"text":993},{"id":1020,"depth":266,"text":1021},{"id":1049,"depth":266,"text":1050},{"id":1109,"depth":266,"text":1110},"Complete guide to AJP (Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro) competition rules: scoring system, penalties, tiebreak rules, and how AJP differs from IBJJF.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fajp-rules-guide","2026-06-09",{"title":887,"description":1128},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fajp-rules-guide",[1135,1136,1137,567,287],"ajp","ajp-rules","abu-dhabi","GMa_gtLmcAfpIw5h1rMl2f4lQF136ai0YYl_lBpNGIM",{"id":1140,"title":1141,"author":7,"body":1142,"description":1444,"extension":275,"meta":1445,"navigation":277,"path":1446,"publishedAt":1447,"seo":1448,"stem":1449,"tags":1450,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":1454},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fibjjf-rules-explained.md","IBJJF Rules Explained: Scoring, Techniques, and Penalties",{"type":9,"value":1143,"toc":1435},[1144,1147,1157,1161,1168,1216,1221,1226,1231,1236,1241,1246,1250,1257,1261,1264,1293,1297,1300,1306,1320,1326,1329,1333,1336,1362,1369,1373,1424,1428],[12,1145,1146],{},"IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation) is the world's largest BJJ organization, sanctioning events such as the World Championship, Pan American Championship, and European Championship. Their ruleset is one of the most widely used in competitive BJJ. This guide explains the key rules based on the IBJJF General Competition Guidelines (Version 6.2, June 2024).",[12,1148,1149],{},[23,1150,1151,1152],{},"Rule data verified 2024-06-01. Source: ",[27,1153,1156],{"href":1154,"rel":1155},"https:\u002F\u002Fibjjf.com\u002Frules",[31],"ibjjf.com\u002Frules",[35,1158,1160],{"id":1159},"ibjjf-scoring-system","IBJJF Scoring System",[12,1162,1163,1164,1167],{},"IBJJF uses a belt-based competition system with the following points for dominant positions (each requiring ",[16,1165,1166],{},"3 seconds"," of stable control):",[79,1169,1170,1178],{},[82,1171,1172],{},[85,1173,1174,1176],{},[88,1175,90],{},[88,1177,93],{},[95,1179,1180,1186,1192,1198,1204,1210],{},[85,1181,1182,1184],{},[100,1183,359],{},[100,1185,105],{},[85,1187,1188,1190],{},[100,1189,118],{},[100,1191,105],{},[85,1193,1194,1196],{},[100,1195,132],{},[100,1197,105],{},[85,1199,1200,1202],{},[100,1201,154],{},[100,1203,149],{},[85,1205,1206,1208],{},[100,1207,139],{},[100,1209,113],{},[85,1211,1212,1214],{},[100,1213,146],{},[100,1215,113],{},[12,1217,1218,1220],{},[16,1219,409],{},": Started on two feet; opponent lands on back, side, or seated; 3 sec stable.",[12,1222,1223,1225],{},[16,1224,415],{},": Position reversed from guard\u002Fhalf-guard; 3 sec stable.",[12,1227,1228,1230],{},[16,1229,421],{},": Outside guard; knee or shin on opponent's belly; other knee off mat; 3 sec stable.",[12,1232,1233,1235],{},[16,1234,427],{},": Pass opponent's legs into side-control or north-south; 3 sec stable.",[12,1237,1238,1240],{},[16,1239,433],{},": Outside half-guard; seated on opponent's torso facing their head; max 1 arm trapped; 3 sec stable.",[12,1242,1243,1245],{},[16,1244,439],{},": Both heels inside thighs (not crossed); arm trap not past shoulder line; 3 sec stable.",[35,1247,1249],{"id":1248},"ibjjf-advantages","IBJJF Advantages",[12,1251,1252,1253,1256],{},"Unlike AJP, IBJJF uses an ",[16,1254,1255],{},"advantage"," system. An advantage is awarded for a near-scoring position — an attempt that fell short of the 3-second requirement. Advantages do not directly add to the score but are used in the tiebreak (see below).",[35,1258,1260],{"id":1259},"ibjjf-tiebreak-tiered-priority","IBJJF Tiebreak: Tiered Priority",[12,1262,1263],{},"IBJJF's tiebreak follows a strict priority order:",[46,1265,1266,1271,1276,1281,1287],{},[49,1267,1268,1270],{},[16,1269,93],{}," — higher score wins",[49,1272,1273,1275],{},[16,1274,836],{}," — more advantages win",[49,1277,1278,1280],{},[16,1279,1016],{}," — fewer penalties win",[49,1282,1283,1286],{},[16,1284,1285],{},"Referee decision"," — most offensive athlete, or closest to a submission; majority vote if 3 referees",[49,1288,1289,1292],{},[16,1290,1291],{},"Random pick"," — finals only, if there is a mutual accidental injury with tied scores",[35,1294,1296],{"id":1295},"ibjjf-penalty-system","IBJJF Penalty System",[12,1298,1299],{},"IBJJF has three levels of fouls:",[12,1301,1302,1305],{},[16,1303,1304],{},"Serious fouls"," (cumulative): Stalling, fleeing the mat unintentionally, minor reaping",[181,1307,1308,1311,1314,1317],{},[49,1309,1310],{},"1st: Penalty noted",[49,1312,1313],{},"2nd: Advantage to opponent + 2nd penalty",[49,1315,1316],{},"3rd: 2 points to opponent + 3rd penalty",[49,1318,1319],{},"4th: Disqualification",[12,1321,1322,1325],{},[16,1323,1324],{},"Severe fouls"," (instant DQ): Fleeing submission by leaving the mat, major leg reaping, illegal technique, disciplinary violations",[12,1327,1328],{},"Specific 2024 rule addition: In 50\u002F50 guard, if no positional progress is made in 20 seconds while holding a gi grip, stalling is called.",[35,1330,1332],{"id":1331},"ibjjf-technique-restrictions-by-belt","IBJJF Technique Restrictions by Belt",[12,1334,1335],{},"IBJJF has some of the most detailed belt-level restrictions in the sport. A full breakdown is available in the technique reference on this site. Notable rules include:",[181,1337,1338,1344,1350,1356],{},[49,1339,1340,1343],{},[16,1341,1342],{},"White belt",": No heel hooks, no reaping, no wrist locks",[49,1345,1346,1349],{},[16,1347,1348],{},"Blue belt",": Same as white belt",[49,1351,1352,1355],{},[16,1353,1354],{},"Purple belt",": Wrist locks become legal",[49,1357,1358,1361],{},[16,1359,1360],{},"Brown\u002FBlack belt",": Some additional leg techniques become available",[12,1363,1364,1365,1368],{},"Applying a technique banned for your belt level is a ",[16,1366,1367],{},"Severe Technical Foul"," — instant disqualification from the match.",[35,1370,1372],{"id":1371},"ibjjf-vs-ajp-key-differences","IBJJF vs AJP: Key Differences",[79,1374,1375,1385],{},[82,1376,1377],{},[85,1378,1379,1381,1383],{},[88,1380,780],{},[88,1382,1064],{},[88,1384,1061],{},[95,1386,1387,1396,1404,1413],{},[85,1388,1389,1391,1394],{},[100,1390,1071],{},[100,1392,1393],{},"Points → Advantages → Penalties → Referee",[100,1395,1074],{},[85,1397,1398,1400,1402],{},[100,1399,836],{},[100,1401,842],{},[100,1403,1084],{},[85,1405,1406,1408,1411],{},[100,1407,187],{},[100,1409,1410],{},"4th penalty = DQ",[100,1412,1410],{},[85,1414,1415,1418,1421],{},[100,1416,1417],{},"Flee submission",[100,1419,1420],{},"Instant DQ (Severe foul)",[100,1422,1423],{},"Instant DQ",[35,1425,1427],{"id":1426},"see-the-full-ibjjf-rules","See the Full IBJJF Rules",[12,1429,258,1430,1434],{},[27,1431,1433],{"href":1432},"\u002Frules\u002Fibjjf","IBJJF rules reference"," on this site to look up the specific techniques, scoring, and penalties for your exact belt level and age category.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":1436},[1437,1438,1439,1440,1441,1442,1443],{"id":1159,"depth":266,"text":1160},{"id":1248,"depth":266,"text":1249},{"id":1259,"depth":266,"text":1260},{"id":1295,"depth":266,"text":1296},{"id":1331,"depth":266,"text":1332},{"id":1371,"depth":266,"text":1372},{"id":1426,"depth":266,"text":1427},"A complete breakdown of IBJJF competition rules including the scoring system, advantages, penalty tiers, and the tiered tiebreak rule.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fibjjf-rules-explained","2026-06-02",{"title":1141,"description":1444},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fibjjf-rules-explained",[1451,1452,567,287,1453],"ibjjf","ibjjf-rules","scoring","gh2iCq2YH-K0WAdouMo6kAMGFwgNBN0JqHN1MWy-Cng",{"id":1456,"title":1457,"author":7,"body":1458,"description":1777,"extension":275,"meta":1778,"navigation":277,"path":1779,"publishedAt":1780,"seo":1781,"stem":1782,"tags":1783,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":1789},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-illegal-techniques.md","Illegal Techniques in BJJ: What's Banned at Each Belt Level",{"type":9,"value":1459,"toc":1763},[1460,1463,1467,1470,1481,1484,1488,1491,1496,1501,1521,1526,1540,1544,1547,1551,1562,1566,1577,1581,1584,1690,1695,1699,1702,1720,1724,1731,1734,1738,1741],[12,1461,1462],{},"Every BJJ federation bans certain techniques at lower belt levels. The reason is safety — a less experienced athlete may not know how to apply or defend against a dangerous submission, increasing the risk of serious injury. As athletes advance, more techniques unlock. Understanding what is banned at your level is critical: applying an illegal technique is instant disqualification in most federations.",[35,1464,1466],{"id":1465},"why-techniques-are-banned-at-lower-levels","Why Techniques Are Banned at Lower Levels",[12,1468,1469],{},"BJJ techniques like heel hooks can cause catastrophic knee injuries (ACL, MCL, PCL tears) if applied fast and without warning. At lower belt levels, athletes:",[181,1471,1472,1475,1478],{},[49,1473,1474],{},"May not have the muscle memory to tap quickly enough",[49,1476,1477],{},"May not recognize the danger until it is too late",[49,1479,1480],{},"May not know how to apply the technique safely with proper control",[12,1482,1483],{},"Restrictions are not permanent — they are designed to be lifted as athletes demonstrate the experience to use techniques responsibly.",[35,1485,1487],{"id":1486},"common-technique-restrictions-by-belt-ibjjf-as-reference","Common Technique Restrictions by Belt (IBJJF as Reference)",[12,1489,1490],{},"The following is based on IBJJF rules, which are among the most detailed. Other federations (AJP, GI) have similar but not identical restrictions. Always check your specific federation.",[1492,1493,1495],"h3",{"id":1494},"white-belt","White Belt",[12,1497,1498,77],{},[16,1499,1500],{},"Banned",[181,1502,1503,1506,1509,1512,1515,1518],{},[49,1504,1505],{},"Heel hooks (inside and outside)",[49,1507,1508],{},"Knee reaping \u002F leg reaping in most configurations",[49,1510,1511],{},"Neck cranks (cervical spine locks)",[49,1513,1514],{},"Wrist locks",[49,1516,1517],{},"Slamming \u002F lifting and dropping the opponent",[49,1519,1520],{},"Bicep slicers, calf slicers",[12,1522,1523,77],{},[16,1524,1525],{},"Legal",[181,1527,1528,1531,1534,1537],{},[49,1529,1530],{},"Straight ankle locks (foot locks)",[49,1532,1533],{},"Arm locks (armbar, kimura, americana)",[49,1535,1536],{},"Chokes (all standard chokes are typically legal)",[49,1538,1539],{},"Standard guard passes, sweeps, takedowns",[1492,1541,1543],{"id":1542},"blue-belt","Blue Belt",[12,1545,1546],{},"Similar to white belt in most federations. In IBJJF, wrist locks remain illegal at blue belt.",[1492,1548,1550],{"id":1549},"purple-belt","Purple Belt",[181,1552,1553,1559],{},[49,1554,1555,1558],{},[16,1556,1557],{},"Wrist locks become legal"," in IBJJF",[49,1560,1561],{},"Additional leg attacks may open up depending on federation",[1492,1563,1565],{"id":1564},"brown-and-black-belt","Brown and Black Belt",[181,1567,1568,1571,1574],{},[49,1569,1570],{},"Most submissions are available",[49,1572,1573],{},"Heel hooks typically become legal (especially in No-Gi)",[49,1575,1576],{},"Specific federation restrictions still apply (e.g., some spine lock variations)",[35,1578,1580],{"id":1579},"leg-lock-progression-across-federations","Leg Lock Progression Across Federations",[12,1582,1583],{},"Leg locks are the most regulated technique category. Here is a general progression:",[79,1585,1586,1608],{},[82,1587,1588],{},[85,1589,1590,1593,1596,1599,1602,1605],{},[88,1591,1592],{},"Technique",[88,1594,1595],{},"White",[88,1597,1598],{},"Blue",[88,1600,1601],{},"Purple",[88,1603,1604],{},"Brown",[88,1606,1607],{},"Black",[95,1609,1610,1626,1643,1659,1675],{},[85,1611,1612,1615,1618,1620,1622,1624],{},[100,1613,1614],{},"Straight ankle lock",[100,1616,1617],{},"✓",[100,1619,1617],{},[100,1621,1617],{},[100,1623,1617],{},[100,1625,1617],{},[85,1627,1628,1631,1634,1636,1639,1641],{},[100,1629,1630],{},"Kneebar",[100,1632,1633],{},"✗",[100,1635,1633],{},[100,1637,1638],{},"Varies",[100,1640,1638],{},[100,1642,1617],{},[85,1644,1645,1648,1650,1652,1654,1657],{},[100,1646,1647],{},"Inside heel hook",[100,1649,1633],{},[100,1651,1633],{},[100,1653,1633],{},[100,1655,1656],{},"✗ (some feds)",[100,1658,1617],{},[85,1660,1661,1664,1666,1668,1670,1672],{},[100,1662,1663],{},"Outside heel hook",[100,1665,1633],{},[100,1667,1633],{},[100,1669,1633],{},[100,1671,1633],{},[100,1673,1674],{},"✓ (most)",[85,1676,1677,1680,1682,1684,1686,1688],{},[100,1678,1679],{},"Toe hold",[100,1681,1633],{},[100,1683,1633],{},[100,1685,1638],{},[100,1687,1617],{},[100,1689,1617],{},[12,1691,1692],{},[23,1693,1694],{},"This table is approximate and varies by federation. Always verify with your specific ruleset.",[35,1696,1698],{"id":1697},"how-adcc-and-aiga-handle-restrictions","How ADCC and AIGA Handle Restrictions",[12,1700,1701],{},"ADCC and AIGA use experience-based divisions (not belts). The restriction logic is similar — beginners have more restrictions, professionals have the fewest:",[181,1703,1704,1709,1714],{},[49,1705,1706,1708],{},[16,1707,238],{},": Ankle locks legal; heel hooks and reaping typically banned",[49,1710,1711,1713],{},[16,1712,243],{},": Some additional techniques open up",[49,1715,1716,1719],{},[16,1717,1718],{},"Advanced\u002FProfessional",": Most techniques allowed, including heel hooks in ADCC",[35,1721,1723],{"id":1722},"what-happens-if-you-apply-an-illegal-technique","What Happens If You Apply an Illegal Technique?",[12,1725,1726,1727,1730],{},"The consequence is ",[16,1728,1729],{},"immediate disqualification"," in virtually all major federations. There is no warning, no points — you lose the match instantly. This applies even if the technique was applied accidentally or out of habit from training.",[12,1732,1733],{},"If you train techniques that are banned at your competition level, you must have complete mental discipline to NOT use them in competition. This is a common problem for athletes who train No-Gi and then compete in Gi — heel hook habits can lead to accidental DQs.",[35,1735,1737],{"id":1736},"checking-your-specific-rules","Checking Your Specific Rules",[12,1739,1740],{},"The interactive rules reference on this site shows the exact technique permissions for your federation, belt level, and age category. Use it before every competition to verify which submissions are legal for you.",[181,1742,1743,1747,1751,1755,1759],{},[49,1744,1745],{},[27,1746,1119],{"href":1118},[49,1748,1749],{},[27,1750,1433],{"href":1432},[49,1752,1753],{},[27,1754,863],{"href":862},[49,1756,1757],{},[27,1758,262],{"href":261},[49,1760,1761],{},[27,1762,547],{"href":546},{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":1764},[1765,1766,1773,1774,1775,1776],{"id":1465,"depth":266,"text":1466},{"id":1486,"depth":266,"text":1487,"children":1767},[1768,1770,1771,1772],{"id":1494,"depth":1769,"text":1495},3,{"id":1542,"depth":1769,"text":1543},{"id":1549,"depth":1769,"text":1550},{"id":1564,"depth":1769,"text":1565},{"id":1579,"depth":266,"text":1580},{"id":1697,"depth":266,"text":1698},{"id":1722,"depth":266,"text":1723},{"id":1736,"depth":266,"text":1737},"A clear guide to which BJJ techniques are banned at white, blue, purple, brown, and black belt — and how restrictions differ between federations.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-illegal-techniques","2026-05-26",{"title":1457,"description":1777},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-illegal-techniques",[1784,1785,1786,1787,1788],"bjj","illegal-techniques","rules","belt-level","safety","Zapb0rANRlXahHM2TdJVK0TjVGqoq9PyD_kjOXxt54o",{"id":1791,"title":1792,"author":7,"body":1793,"description":2016,"extension":275,"meta":2017,"navigation":277,"path":2018,"publishedAt":2019,"seo":2020,"stem":2021,"tags":2022,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":2026},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fgi-vs-nogi-rules.md","Gi vs No-Gi BJJ: How the Rules Differ",{"type":9,"value":1794,"toc":2007},[1795,1798,1802,1805,1808,1812,1815,1829,1832,1835,1839,1846,1849,1868,1871,1874,1878,1883,1891,1895,1958,1962,1965,1978,1982,1985,1997,2000],[12,1796,1797],{},"One of the first choices a new BJJ competitor faces is whether to compete in Gi or No-Gi format — or both. While the positions and submissions are largely the same, the rules differ in important ways that affect strategy, allowed techniques, and the pace of the match.",[35,1799,1801],{"id":1800},"what-is-the-gi","What Is the Gi?",[12,1803,1804],{},"In Gi BJJ, competitors wear a traditional uniform consisting of a jacket (kimono) and pants, cinched by a belt that indicates rank. The gi is made of heavy, woven cotton fabric designed to withstand gripping.",[12,1806,1807],{},"In No-Gi BJJ, competitors wear athletic shorts and a rash guard (fitted shirt). There is no uniform to grab.",[35,1809,1811],{"id":1810},"how-the-gi-changes-the-game","How the Gi Changes the Game",[12,1813,1814],{},"The gi introduces a completely different grip dynamic. In Gi, you can grab:",[181,1816,1817,1820,1823,1826],{},[49,1818,1819],{},"The collar and lapel (enabling collar chokes and lapel guards)",[49,1821,1822],{},"The sleeves and wrists",[49,1824,1825],{},"The belt",[49,1827,1828],{},"The pants",[12,1830,1831],{},"This allows techniques that don't exist in No-Gi. Collar chokes like the cross collar choke, bow and arrow, and loop choke are Gi-only techniques. Lapel guards (like the Worm Guard or Squid Guard) use the lapel as a control tool.",[12,1833,1834],{},"Without these grips, No-Gi tends to be faster-paced and more reliant on body control, underhooks, and head positioning.",[35,1836,1838],{"id":1837},"technique-differences-leg-locks","Technique Differences: Leg Locks",[12,1840,1841,1842,1845],{},"The most significant rule difference between Gi and No-Gi is in ",[16,1843,1844],{},"leg locks",", particularly at lower belt\u002Fexperience levels.",[12,1847,1848],{},"Most federations are more restrictive about leg locks in Gi:",[181,1850,1851,1857,1863],{},[49,1852,1853,1856],{},[16,1854,1855],{},"Straight foot locks (ankle locks)",": Legal in both Gi and No-Gi at most levels",[49,1858,1859,1862],{},[16,1860,1861],{},"Kneebars",": Typically allowed at higher belt levels in Gi; more often allowed earlier in No-Gi",[49,1864,1865,1867],{},[16,1866,1505],{},": Often restricted or banned in Gi until very high levels; commonly allowed in No-Gi advanced divisions",[12,1869,1870],{},"The logic behind stricter Gi restrictions is that the slower pace of Gi allows more time to apply dangerous techniques, so restrictions protect against injury. No-Gi's faster pace means higher-level technique control is expected earlier.",[12,1872,1873],{},"However, these rules vary by federation. Always check your specific federation's rules.",[35,1875,1877],{"id":1876},"reaping-rules","Reaping Rules",[12,1879,1880,1882],{},[16,1881,479],{}," (having your leg cross the opponent's body in a specific way during leg lock attempts) is regulated differently in Gi vs No-Gi:",[181,1884,1885,1888],{},[49,1886,1887],{},"Most federations ban reaping at all levels in Gi",[49,1889,1890],{},"Some federations allow reaping in No-Gi advanced divisions (ADCC, for instance, has no reaping restriction at advanced\u002Fprofessional level)",[35,1892,1894],{"id":1893},"federation-format-coverage","Federation Format Coverage",[79,1896,1897,1910],{},[82,1898,1899],{},[85,1900,1901,1904,1907],{},[88,1902,1903],{},"Federation",[88,1905,1906],{},"Gi",[88,1908,1909],{},"No-Gi",[95,1911,1912,1921,1929,1939,1949],{},[85,1913,1914,1916,1919],{},[100,1915,1061],{},[100,1917,1918],{},"Yes",[100,1920,1918],{},[85,1922,1923,1925,1927],{},[100,1924,1064],{},[100,1926,1918],{},[100,1928,1918],{},[85,1930,1931,1933,1936],{},[100,1932,783],{},[100,1934,1935],{},"No",[100,1937,1938],{},"Yes (only No-Gi)",[85,1940,1941,1944,1946],{},[100,1942,1943],{},"AIGA",[100,1945,1935],{},[100,1947,1948],{},"Yes (submission wrestling)",[85,1950,1951,1954,1956],{},[100,1952,1953],{},"Grappling Industries",[100,1955,1918],{},[100,1957,1918],{},[35,1959,1961],{"id":1960},"scoring-differences","Scoring Differences",[12,1963,1964],{},"The core scoring positions (takedown, sweep, guard pass, mount, back control) are the same across Gi and No-Gi within a given federation. However, some techniques like pulling guard are incentivized or penalized differently:",[181,1966,1967,1972],{},[49,1968,1969,1971],{},[16,1970,783],{},": Guard pulling results in a -1 point penalty, pushing athletes toward standing engagement (No-Gi only)",[49,1973,1974,1977],{},[16,1975,1976],{},"IBJJF\u002FAJP",": Guard pulling is neutral — no penalty in Gi or No-Gi",[35,1979,1981],{"id":1980},"which-should-you-compete-in","Which Should You Compete In?",[12,1983,1984],{},"Competing in both formats improves your overall grappling. But if you must choose:",[181,1986,1987,1992],{},[49,1988,1989,1991],{},[16,1990,1906],{}," tends to be more technical and slow-paced; collar chokes and grip-based submissions are central",[49,1993,1994,1996],{},[16,1995,1909],{}," is typically faster-paced; leg locks and wrestling-based takedowns become more important",[12,1998,1999],{},"Many elite BJJ competitors now specialize in No-Gi as the submission wrestling and MMA markets have grown. But Gi competition remains the traditional and largest branch of BJJ.",[12,2001,2002,2003,2006],{},"Check the ",[27,2004,2005],{"href":1118},"rules reference"," on this site for your federation, format, and belt level to see the exact technique permissions.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":2008},[2009,2010,2011,2012,2013,2014,2015],{"id":1800,"depth":266,"text":1801},{"id":1810,"depth":266,"text":1811},{"id":1837,"depth":266,"text":1838},{"id":1876,"depth":266,"text":1877},{"id":1893,"depth":266,"text":1894},{"id":1960,"depth":266,"text":1961},{"id":1980,"depth":266,"text":1981},"A clear comparison of Gi and No-Gi BJJ rules — grips, allowed techniques, leg lock differences, and which federations run which formats.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fgi-vs-nogi-rules","2026-05-15",{"title":1792,"description":2016},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fgi-vs-nogi-rules",[2023,566,567,2024,2025],"gi","leg-locks","format","AplyFdKpaMp5MICI4UK-jhWnxk2XwVpuDAnrm2JLbGw",{"id":2028,"title":2029,"author":7,"body":2030,"description":2325,"extension":275,"meta":2326,"navigation":277,"path":2327,"publishedAt":2328,"seo":2329,"stem":2330,"tags":2331,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":2333},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-scoring-system.md","BJJ Scoring System: Points, Advantages, and How to Win",{"type":9,"value":2031,"toc":2316},[2032,2035,2039,2045,2154,2161,2165,2168,2171,2197,2201,2207,2214,2217,2221,2224,2229,2234,2239,2244,2249,2253,2256,2283,2287,2290,2294,2297,2311],[12,2033,2034],{},"Understanding the BJJ scoring system is essential before competing. While the core positions that score are consistent across most federations, the point values, advantage rules, and tiebreak systems vary. This guide breaks down how scoring works and where the major federations differ.",[35,2036,2038],{"id":2037},"core-scoring-positions","Core Scoring Positions",[12,2040,2041,2042,2044],{},"Most BJJ federations award points for the following dominant positions. Each position must be held for approximately ",[16,2043,1166],{}," in a stable, controlled manner:",[79,2046,2047,2066],{},[82,2048,2049],{},[85,2050,2051,2053,2055,2057,2060,2063],{},[88,2052,90],{},[88,2054,1061],{},[88,2056,1064],{},[88,2058,2059],{},"ADCC (2nd half)",[88,2061,2062],{},"AIGA (after scoreless)",[88,2064,2065],{},"GI",[95,2067,2068,2084,2098,2112,2126,2140],{},[85,2069,2070,2072,2074,2076,2079,2082],{},[100,2071,359],{},[100,2073,105],{},[100,2075,105],{},[100,2077,2078],{},"2 (to guard) \u002F 4 (clean)",[100,2080,2081],{},"2 (also in scoreless)",[100,2083,105],{},[85,2085,2086,2088,2090,2092,2094,2096],{},[100,2087,118],{},[100,2089,105],{},[100,2091,105],{},[100,2093,2078],{},[100,2095,105],{},[100,2097,105],{},[85,2099,2100,2102,2104,2106,2108,2110],{},[100,2101,132],{},[100,2103,105],{},[100,2105,105],{},[100,2107,105],{},[100,2109,105],{},[100,2111,105],{},[85,2113,2114,2116,2118,2120,2122,2124],{},[100,2115,154],{},[100,2117,149],{},[100,2119,149],{},[100,2121,149],{},[100,2123,149],{},[100,2125,149],{},[85,2127,2128,2130,2132,2134,2136,2138],{},[100,2129,139],{},[100,2131,113],{},[100,2133,113],{},[100,2135,105],{},[100,2137,105],{},[100,2139,113],{},[85,2141,2142,2144,2146,2148,2150,2152],{},[100,2143,146],{},[100,2145,113],{},[100,2147,113],{},[100,2149,149],{},[100,2151,149],{},[100,2153,113],{},[12,2155,2156,2157,2160],{},"Note how ",[16,2158,2159],{},"ADCC and AIGA"," award fewer points for mount and back control (2 and 3 respectively) compared to AJP, IBJJF, and GI (4 for both). This reflects their different philosophies — in ADCC and AIGA, positional dominance matters somewhat less than submission attempts.",[35,2162,2164],{"id":2163},"submission-always-beats-points","Submission: Always Beats Points",[12,2166,2167],{},"A submission always wins the match instantly, regardless of the score. If you are down 10-0 and you lock in an armbar, you win. This is why BJJ coaches often say \"submission over points\" — a competitor with a wide lead on the scoreboard can still lose.",[12,2169,2170],{},"Common submissions that win matches:",[181,2172,2173,2179,2185,2191],{},[49,2174,2175,2178],{},[16,2176,2177],{},"Chokes"," (rear naked choke, guillotine, triangle, anaconda, d'arce)",[49,2180,2181,2184],{},[16,2182,2183],{},"Arm locks"," (armbar, kimura, americana)",[49,2186,2187,2190],{},[16,2188,2189],{},"Leg locks"," (heel hook, kneebar, ankle lock, toe hold) — availability varies by belt\u002Flevel",[49,2192,2193,2196],{},[16,2194,2195],{},"Other submissions"," (wrist locks, neck cranks) — availability highly restricted by level",[35,2198,2200],{"id":2199},"the-advantage-system-ibjjf-only","The Advantage System (IBJJF Only)",[12,2202,2203,2204,2206],{},"IBJJF uses an ",[16,2205,1255],{}," system not found in most other federations. An advantage is awarded when an athlete nearly scores — for example, nearly completing a takedown or coming close to a submission. Advantages do not add to the score during the match but are used as a tiebreaker.",[12,2208,2209,2210,2213],{},"AJP is different: AJP advantages equal ",[16,2211,2212],{},"1 point"," and are counted in the live score.",[12,2215,2216],{},"ADCC, AIGA, and Grappling Industries do not use an advantage system.",[35,2218,2220],{"id":2219},"winning-without-submission","Winning Without Submission",[12,2222,2223],{},"If no submission occurs, the winner is determined by the score at the end of regulation time. If scores are equal, each federation has its own tiebreak:",[12,2225,2226,2228],{},[16,2227,1061],{},": The last athlete to score wins. If scores are 0-0 or simultaneous, a 1-minute golden score overtime follows, then referee decision.",[12,2230,2231,2233],{},[16,2232,1064],{},": Points → Advantages → Fewer Penalties → Referee Decision → Random Pick (finals only, for accidental mutual injury).",[12,2235,2236,2238],{},[16,2237,783],{},": Single overtime with full scoring (same as second half). No advantages used.",[12,2240,2241,2243],{},[16,2242,1943],{},": Single overtime. Then referee decision based on who threatened submissions or scoring positions more.",[12,2245,2246,2248],{},[16,2247,1953],{},": Most points, then fewest penalties, then referee decision (submission threat > positional dominance > aggressiveness).",[35,2250,2252],{"id":2251},"penalty-points","Penalty Points",[12,2254,2255],{},"Penalties differ significantly by federation:",[181,2257,2258,2263,2268,2273,2278],{},[49,2259,2260,2262],{},[16,2261,1061],{},": Each penalty = +1 point to opponent (plus additional points at 3rd penalty)",[49,2264,2265,2267],{},[16,2266,1064],{},": Penalties are counted but don't add to score; they are tiebreak factors",[49,2269,2270,2272],{},[16,2271,783],{},": Guard pull = -1 to guard puller; stalling = -1 per two warnings",[49,2274,2275,2277],{},[16,2276,1943],{},": Stalling and violations = -1 per penalty (negative score)",[49,2279,2280,2282],{},[16,2281,2065],{},": 2nd minor foul = +2 to opponent; 3rd = DQ",[35,2284,2286],{"id":2285},"which-federation-has-the-most-points","Which Federation Has the Most Points?",[12,2288,2289],{},"In pure scoring potential, AJP and IBJJF are similar. A competitor who achieves a takedown (2), guard pass (3), and mount (4) earns 9 points. In ADCC (second half), the same sequence (assuming clean takedown past guard = 4 pts, guard pass = 3 pts, mount = 2 pts) earns 9 points as well — but mount and back control are worth less, changing the strategic calculus.",[35,2291,2293],{"id":2292},"practical-takeaway","Practical Takeaway",[12,2295,2296],{},"Before competing, know:",[46,2298,2299,2302,2305,2308],{},[49,2300,2301],{},"Which positions score in your federation",[49,2303,2304],{},"Whether advantages are used, and how",[49,2306,2307],{},"What the tiebreak rule is — this can determine your late-match strategy",[49,2309,2310],{},"How penalties affect the score",[12,2312,258,2313,2315],{},[27,2314,2005],{"href":1118}," on this site to check the scoring system for your specific federation, belt, and age category.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":2317},[2318,2319,2320,2321,2322,2323,2324],{"id":2037,"depth":266,"text":2038},{"id":2163,"depth":266,"text":2164},{"id":2199,"depth":266,"text":2200},{"id":2219,"depth":266,"text":2220},{"id":2251,"depth":266,"text":2252},{"id":2285,"depth":266,"text":2286},{"id":2292,"depth":266,"text":2293},"A full breakdown of how scoring works in BJJ competitions — points per position, advantages, tiebreaks, and how each major federation differs.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-scoring-system","2026-05-05",{"title":2029,"description":2325},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-scoring-system",[1784,1453,2332,567,287],"points","r1w_t4JBe404ZFrwW4QsGCH0umjpDpDmciq7jYJ7bRU",{"id":2335,"title":2336,"author":7,"body":2337,"description":2579,"extension":275,"meta":2580,"navigation":277,"path":2581,"publishedAt":2582,"seo":2583,"stem":2584,"tags":2585,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":2588},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-rules-for-beginners.md","BJJ Rules for Beginners: Everything Before Your First Tournament",{"type":9,"value":2338,"toc":2571},[2339,2342,2346,2352,2400,2405,2410,2415,2420,2425,2429,2436,2439,2465,2469,2472,2492,2497,2501,2504,2523,2527,2530,2547,2551,2554,2568],[12,2340,2341],{},"Stepping into your first BJJ tournament without knowing the rules puts you at a disadvantage before the match even begins. You need to know how points are scored, which techniques are allowed at your belt level, and what gets you disqualified. This guide covers the core concepts common to most major BJJ federations.",[35,2343,2345],{"id":2344},"how-points-are-scored","How Points Are Scored",[12,2347,2348,2349,2351],{},"Most BJJ federations award points for achieving and holding dominant positions. A position must be held for approximately ",[16,2350,1166],{}," in a stable, controlled manner before points are awarded. Common scoring positions include:",[79,2353,2354,2362],{},[82,2355,2356],{},[85,2357,2358,2360],{},[88,2359,90],{},[88,2361,93],{},[95,2363,2364,2370,2376,2382,2388,2394],{},[85,2365,2366,2368],{},[100,2367,359],{},[100,2369,105],{},[85,2371,2372,2374],{},[100,2373,118],{},[100,2375,105],{},[85,2377,2378,2380],{},[100,2379,132],{},[100,2381,105],{},[85,2383,2384,2386],{},[100,2385,154],{},[100,2387,149],{},[85,2389,2390,2392],{},[100,2391,139],{},[100,2393,113],{},[85,2395,2396,2398],{},[100,2397,146],{},[100,2399,113],{},[12,2401,2402,2404],{},[16,2403,359],{},": You bring your opponent from standing to the ground and remain on top.",[12,2406,2407,2409],{},[16,2408,118],{},": From a guard position on bottom, you reverse the situation and end up on top.",[12,2411,2412,2414],{},[16,2413,154],{},": You pass your opponent's legs and establish a dominant top position (side control or north-south).",[12,2416,2417,2419],{},[16,2418,139],{},": You sit on your opponent's torso with both knees on the mat, outside their arms.",[12,2421,2422,2424],{},[16,2423,146],{},": You are behind your opponent with both hooks (feet) inside their thighs or a body triangle.",[35,2426,2428],{"id":2427},"winning-by-submission","Winning by Submission",[12,2430,2431,2432,2435],{},"A submission wins the match instantly — no need to count points. The opponent signals their defeat by ",[16,2433,2434],{},"tapping"," on the opponent's body or the mat, or by verbally saying \"tap.\" If they do not tap and the submission is completed, the referee stops the match.",[12,2437,2438],{},"Common submissions include:",[181,2440,2441,2447,2453,2459],{},[49,2442,2443,2446],{},[16,2444,2445],{},"Rear naked choke"," — from back control, an arm crosses the opponent's neck",[49,2448,2449,2452],{},[16,2450,2451],{},"Armbar"," — hyperextending the opponent's elbow joint",[49,2454,2455,2458],{},[16,2456,2457],{},"Triangle choke"," — using your legs to create a triangle around the opponent's neck and arm",[49,2460,2461,2464],{},[16,2462,2463],{},"Guillotine"," — front headlock that compresses the neck",[35,2466,2468],{"id":2467},"belt-level-restrictions","Belt-Level Restrictions",[12,2470,2471],{},"Not all techniques are legal at all belt levels. This is for safety — many joint locks can cause serious injury if applied by or to someone without the experience to control them. Generally:",[181,2473,2474,2480,2486],{},[49,2475,2476,2479],{},[16,2477,2478],{},"White and Blue belt",": More techniques are restricted. Heel hooks and other dangerous leg locks are typically banned.",[49,2481,2482,2485],{},[16,2483,2484],{},"Purple and Brown belt",": Additional techniques become legal. Some wrist locks and more complex submissions may be permitted.",[49,2487,2488,2491],{},[16,2489,2490],{},"Black belt",": Most techniques are allowed (though specific rules still vary by federation).",[12,2493,2494],{},[16,2495,2496],{},"Always check the specific rules for your federation and belt level before competing.",[35,2498,2500],{"id":2499},"common-penalties","Common Penalties",[12,2502,2503],{},"BJJ penalties are typically cumulative — accumulating enough penalties can cost you points or result in disqualification. Common violations include:",[181,2505,2506,2512,2517],{},[49,2507,2508,2511],{},[16,2509,2510],{},"Stalling \u002F Inactivity",": Refusing to engage or make progress during the match",[49,2513,2514,2516],{},[16,2515,193],{},": Deliberately moving out of bounds to avoid a position or submission",[49,2518,2519,2522],{},[16,2520,2521],{},"Illegal techniques",": Attempting a technique not permitted at your belt level",[35,2524,2526],{"id":2525},"tiebreak-rules","Tiebreak Rules",[12,2528,2529],{},"If no one submits and the scores are equal at the end of regulation time, the match goes to a tiebreak. The tiebreak rules vary significantly by federation:",[181,2531,2532,2537,2542],{},[49,2533,2534,2536],{},[16,2535,1061],{},": The last athlete to score wins. If still tied (0-0), a 1-minute overtime period follows; if still equal, a referee decision.",[49,2538,2539,2541],{},[16,2540,1064],{},": First by points, then advantages, then fewer penalties, then referee decision.",[49,2543,2544,2546],{},[16,2545,783],{},": A single overtime period using the same rules as the second half of the match.",[35,2548,2550],{"id":2549},"the-most-important-advice","The Most Important Advice",[12,2552,2553],{},"Rules vary significantly between federations (AJP vs IBJJF vs ADCC vs Grappling Industries). Before your first competition:",[46,2555,2556,2559,2562,2565],{},[49,2557,2558],{},"Find out which federation is running the tournament",[49,2560,2561],{},"Check your belt level's specific ruleset",[49,2563,2564],{},"Know the scoring positions and the tiebreak rule",[49,2566,2567],{},"Know which submissions are banned at your level",[12,2569,2570],{},"Use the interactive rule reference on this site to look up the exact rules for your federation, belt, and age category in one place.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":2572},[2573,2574,2575,2576,2577,2578],{"id":2344,"depth":266,"text":2345},{"id":2427,"depth":266,"text":2428},{"id":2467,"depth":266,"text":2468},{"id":2499,"depth":266,"text":2500},{"id":2525,"depth":266,"text":2526},{"id":2549,"depth":266,"text":2550},"A beginner-friendly overview of BJJ competition rules — scoring positions, submissions, penalties, and what to know before stepping on the mat.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-rules-for-beginners","2026-04-21",{"title":2336,"description":2579},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-rules-for-beginners",[1784,1786,2586,287,2587],"beginners","tournament","D27FqGYov8C4OddFPVDz9Zo8YNOjwHoWknFxs1bCTeE",{"id":2590,"title":2591,"author":7,"body":2592,"description":2713,"extension":275,"meta":2714,"navigation":277,"path":2715,"publishedAt":2716,"seo":2717,"stem":2718,"tags":2719,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":2724},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-belt-system.md","BJJ Belt System Explained: From White to Black Belt",{"type":9,"value":2593,"toc":2706},[2594,2597,2601,2604,2609,2614,2619,2625,2631,2635,2638,2654,2657,2661,2664,2668,2671,2693,2696,2700,2703],[12,2595,2596],{},"The BJJ belt system is one of the slowest progressions in martial arts. While a student can earn a black belt in some arts in 3-4 years, BJJ black belts typically take 10+ years of consistent training. Understanding the belt system matters for competition because different belt levels have different allowed techniques, different weight classes, and different age requirements.",[35,2598,2600],{"id":2599},"adult-bjj-belts","Adult BJJ Belts",[12,2602,2603],{},"For adults (16 and older), the BJJ belt system has five main ranks:",[12,2605,2606,2608],{},[16,2607,1495],{}," — Every BJJ practitioner starts here. White belts focus on fundamental positions, basic submissions, and learning to survive (escape from bad positions). In competition, white belts have the most technique restrictions — dangerous leg locks, neck cranks, and many other submissions are banned for safety.",[12,2610,2611,2613],{},[16,2612,1543],{}," — Awarded when an athlete demonstrates solid understanding of BJJ fundamentals. Usually reached after 1-3 years of training. Blue belt is often called the \"hardest\" belt to reach because of the large knowledge gap from white to blue.",[12,2615,2616,2618],{},[16,2617,1550],{}," — Represents intermediate proficiency. Athletes at purple belt are expected to have a developed \"game\" — consistent techniques they rely on. Typically reached after 4-6 years total training.",[12,2620,2621,2624],{},[16,2622,2623],{},"Brown Belt"," — Advanced practitioner. Brown belts are often highly competitive and approaching instructor-level knowledge. Usually reached after 7-9 years of training.",[12,2626,2627,2630],{},[16,2628,2629],{},"Black Belt"," — The highest common rank in BJJ. Black belts demonstrate mastery of fundamentals and a wide range of techniques. Typically reached after 10+ years. After black belt, practitioners can earn degrees (stripes up to 6th degree, then red\u002Fblack, red\u002Fwhite, and red belts).",[35,2632,2634],{"id":2633},"kids-bjj-belts","Kids BJJ Belts",[12,2636,2637],{},"Children under a certain age (the exact cutoff varies by federation, but typically under 15-16) use a separate belt system with more gradations:",[181,2639,2640,2642,2645,2648,2651],{},[49,2641,1595],{},[49,2643,2644],{},"Grey (white\u002Fgrey and grey\u002Fblack)",[49,2646,2647],{},"Yellow (white\u002Fyellow and yellow\u002Fblack)",[49,2649,2650],{},"Orange (white\u002Forange and orange\u002Fblack)",[49,2652,2653],{},"Green (white\u002Fgreen and green\u002Fblack)",[12,2655,2656],{},"When young athletes transition to the adult system, their rank is determined by their experience and coach's assessment.",[35,2658,2660],{"id":2659},"stripes","Stripes",[12,2662,2663],{},"Each belt (except black belt at higher degrees) can have up to 4 stripes. Stripes indicate progression within a belt rank. They are typically awarded based on time, skill improvement, competition performance, and mat attendance. After earning 4 stripes on a belt, the next step is promotion to the next belt.",[35,2665,2667],{"id":2666},"competition-implications-technique-restrictions","Competition Implications: Technique Restrictions",[12,2669,2670],{},"The belt system directly determines which techniques you can use in competition. This differs by federation but generally:",[181,2672,2673,2678,2683,2688],{},[49,2674,2675,2677],{},[16,2676,1342],{},": Heel hooks and many leg attacks are banned. No wrist locks (in most federations). No neck cranks.",[49,2679,2680,2682],{},[16,2681,1348],{},": Similar restrictions to white. Some additional techniques become legal depending on the federation.",[49,2684,2685,2687],{},[16,2686,1354],{},": Wrist locks become legal (IBJJF). More leg attacks may be permitted in certain federations.",[49,2689,2690,2692],{},[16,2691,1360],{},": Most submission types are allowed.",[12,2694,2695],{},"Applying a technique banned at your belt level is an instant disqualification in most federations. When in doubt, check the rules for your specific federation and division before competing.",[35,2697,2699],{"id":2698},"age-requirements-for-belts","Age Requirements for Belts",[12,2701,2702],{},"Most federations set minimum ages for belt ranks. For example, IBJJF requires athletes to be at least 16 years old to receive an adult blue belt. AJP has similar requirements. These rules exist to protect developing athletes.",[12,2704,2705],{},"Use the rules reference on this site to check the exact technique permissions for your belt level in your target federation.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":2707},[2708,2709,2710,2711,2712],{"id":2599,"depth":266,"text":2600},{"id":2633,"depth":266,"text":2634},{"id":2659,"depth":266,"text":2660},{"id":2666,"depth":266,"text":2667},{"id":2698,"depth":266,"text":2699},"A complete guide to the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu belt ranking system — adult and kids belts, stripes, typical progression timelines, and what each rank means for competition.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-belt-system","2026-04-07",{"title":2591,"description":2713},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fbjj-belt-system",[1784,2720,2721,2722,2723],"belt-system","bjj-belts","ranks","basics","4WOB04EMU_Nbyvl6GjymGR8_NOVFFsuDP1_YEami6yo",{"id":2726,"title":2727,"author":7,"body":2728,"description":2885,"extension":275,"meta":2886,"navigation":277,"path":2887,"publishedAt":2888,"seo":2889,"stem":2890,"tags":2891,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":2893},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fwhat-is-grappling.md","What Is Grappling? Wrestling, BJJ, and Submission Wrestling Explained",{"type":9,"value":2729,"toc":2878},[2730,2733,2737,2740,2754,2757,2761,2764,2770,2776,2782,2788,2794,2800,2804,2807,2810,2836,2840,2843,2846,2865,2868,2872,2875],[12,2731,2732],{},"Grappling is a category of combat sports and martial arts focused on controlling, throwing, and submitting an opponent using holds, takedowns, and ground techniques — without striking. If you have ever watched wrestling, judo, BJJ, or submission wrestling, you have seen grappling.",[35,2734,2736],{"id":2735},"grappling-vs-striking","Grappling vs Striking",[12,2738,2739],{},"The fundamental difference between grappling and striking arts is the method of controlling an opponent:",[181,2741,2742,2748],{},[49,2743,2744,2747],{},[16,2745,2746],{},"Striking arts"," (boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, karate): competitions are won by landing strikes on the opponent",[49,2749,2750,2753],{},[16,2751,2752],{},"Grappling arts",": competitions are won by controlling the opponent, taking them to the ground, and either holding a dominant position or forcing a submission",[12,2755,2756],{},"Many modern combat sports like MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) combine both striking and grappling.",[35,2758,2760],{"id":2759},"types-of-grappling","Types of Grappling",[12,2762,2763],{},"Grappling encompasses many distinct disciplines, each with its own techniques and rules:",[12,2765,2766,2769],{},[16,2767,2768],{},"Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)"," — emphasizes ground fighting and submissions. Available in gi and no-gi formats. Multiple federations with different rulesets (IBJJF, AJP, ADCC, AIGA, Grappling Industries).",[12,2771,2772,2775],{},[16,2773,2774],{},"Wrestling"," — focuses on takedowns and controlling an opponent on the ground. Freestyle and Greco-Roman are the Olympic disciplines. Collegiate wrestling is dominant in North America.",[12,2777,2778,2781],{},[16,2779,2780],{},"Judo"," — Japanese martial art focused on throws (nage-waza) and ground fighting (ne-waza). Olympic sport with strict rules limiting ground fighting time.",[12,2783,2784,2787],{},[16,2785,2786],{},"Sambo"," — Russian martial art combining judo throws with wrestling and leg locks. Sport sambo allows submissions; combat sambo also allows some strikes.",[12,2789,2790,2793],{},[16,2791,2792],{},"Submission Wrestling (No-Gi Grappling)"," — a hybrid style combining techniques from BJJ, wrestling, and sambo. ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) is the premier submission wrestling competition.",[12,2795,2796,2799],{},[16,2797,2798],{},"Catch Wrestling"," — a historical Western wrestling style that emphasizes pins and submissions.",[35,2801,2803],{"id":2802},"what-makes-competition-grappling-different-from-training","What Makes Competition Grappling Different from Training",[12,2805,2806],{},"In training, most submission attempts are completed slowly, giving the opponent time to tap out before injury. Competition grappling uses the same techniques but with referees enforcing rules about which techniques are allowed for a given level.",[12,2808,2809],{},"The key elements of a grappling competition:",[181,2811,2812,2818,2824,2830],{},[49,2813,2814,2817],{},[16,2815,2816],{},"Scoring",": Points are awarded for achieving dominant positions (takedowns, guard passes, mounts, back control)",[49,2819,2820,2823],{},[16,2821,2822],{},"Submissions",": Win the match instantly when the opponent taps out or goes unconscious",[49,2825,2826,2829],{},[16,2827,2828],{},"Time limit",": Matches have a set duration; the score at the end determines the winner if no submission occurs",[49,2831,2832,2835],{},[16,2833,2834],{},"Tiebreak rules",": Vary by federation — some use advantages, some use referee decision, some use overtime",[35,2837,2839],{"id":2838},"federation-rules-vary-significantly","Federation Rules Vary Significantly",[12,2841,2842],{},"One of the most confusing aspects of competitive grappling for beginners is that different federations have substantially different rules. A technique that is legal in one organization may be illegal in another.",[12,2844,2845],{},"For example:",[181,2847,2848,2854,2860],{},[49,2849,2850,2853],{},[16,2851,2852],{},"Heel hooks"," are legal in ADCC advanced divisions but banned in most IBJJF gi divisions",[49,2855,2856,2859],{},[16,2857,2858],{},"Guard pulling"," results in a penalty point in ADCC but is neutral in IBJJF and AJP",[49,2861,2862,2864],{},[16,2863,836],{}," are used in IBJJF but not in AJP or ADCC",[12,2866,2867],{},"Before competing, always verify the specific rules for your federation, division, and format. Use the interactive rules reference on this site to check what is allowed for your exact situation.",[35,2869,2871],{"id":2870},"why-grappling-skills-transfer-between-sports","Why Grappling Skills Transfer Between Sports",[12,2873,2874],{},"The foundational techniques of grappling — takedowns, positional control, escapes — transfer across different disciplines. A skilled wrestler who adds BJJ ground skills becomes a complete grappler. A judoka who adds leg lock defense becomes more competitive in submission wrestling.",[12,2876,2877],{},"This is why grappling has become a crucial component of MMA, military and law enforcement combatives, and self-defense training worldwide.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":2879},[2880,2881,2882,2883,2884],{"id":2735,"depth":266,"text":2736},{"id":2759,"depth":266,"text":2760},{"id":2802,"depth":266,"text":2803},{"id":2838,"depth":266,"text":2839},{"id":2870,"depth":266,"text":2871},"Understand what grappling is, the different styles (BJJ, wrestling, judo, submission wrestling), and how the rules differ between combat sports.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fwhat-is-grappling","2026-03-24",{"title":2727,"description":2885},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fwhat-is-grappling",[285,2892,286,1784,2723],"what-is-grappling","tJunUm4Wdu8IduHn4s-GpUJDhBqo6ffURO61hmCyQRk",{"id":2895,"title":2896,"author":7,"body":2897,"description":3010,"extension":275,"meta":3011,"navigation":277,"path":3012,"publishedAt":3013,"seo":3014,"stem":3015,"tags":3016,"updatedAt":288,"__hash__":3018},"blog_en\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fwhat-is-bjj.md","What Is BJJ? A Complete Beginner's Guide",{"type":9,"value":2898,"toc":3003},[2899,2902,2906,2909,2912,2916,2919,2930,2937,2941,2944,2947,2951,2954,2959,2964,2967,2971,2974,2977,2997,3000],[12,2900,2901],{},"Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport focused on ground fighting and submission holds. Unlike striking arts, BJJ teaches you to neutralize an opponent through technique, leverage, and body mechanics — not raw strength. A smaller person with good technique can often control and submit a larger, stronger opponent.",[35,2903,2905],{"id":2904},"origins-of-bjj","Origins of BJJ",[12,2907,2908],{},"BJJ traces its roots to Japanese Judo and Jujitsu. In the early 20th century, Mitsuyo Maeda, a champion Japanese judoka, emigrated to Brazil and taught grappling to the Gracie family. Carlos Gracie and his brother Hélio Gracie adapted these techniques, placing greater emphasis on ground work (newaza) and developing what became known as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.",[12,2910,2911],{},"The Gracie family proved the effectiveness of BJJ through challenge matches and the early UFC events in the 1990s. Royce Gracie — relatively small compared to opponents from other disciplines — won the first UFC tournaments, demonstrating that leverage and positional control could overcome size and power.",[35,2913,2915],{"id":2914},"how-bjj-works","How BJJ Works",[12,2917,2918],{},"BJJ competition takes place primarily on the ground. Competitors attempt to:",[181,2920,2921,2924,2927],{},[49,2922,2923],{},"Achieve dominant positions (mount, back control, side control)",[49,2925,2926],{},"Score points for achieving and maintaining those positions",[49,2928,2929],{},"Force a submission, which wins the match instantly",[12,2931,2932,2933,2936],{},"A ",[16,2934,2935],{},"submission"," is a hold that forces the opponent to \"tap out\" — signal that they give up. Common submissions include chokes (cutting off blood flow or air to the brain or lungs) and joint locks (hyperextending joints like the elbow, shoulder, or knee).",[35,2938,2940],{"id":2939},"the-core-concept-position-before-submission","The Core Concept: Position Before Submission",[12,2942,2943],{},"A fundamental principle in BJJ is \"position before submission.\" Attempting a submission from a bad position is risky — if it fails, you may lose your position. Skilled BJJ competitors first establish dominant positions, which both score points and set up submission attempts.",[12,2945,2946],{},"The hierarchy of positions generally runs from least dominant to most dominant: guard (opponent between your legs), half guard, side control, north-south, knee on belly, mount, back control. Back control is typically considered the most dominant position.",[35,2948,2950],{"id":2949},"gi-vs-no-gi","Gi vs No-Gi",[12,2952,2953],{},"BJJ is practiced in two formats:",[12,2955,2956,2958],{},[16,2957,1906],{}," — competitors wear a traditional kimono (gi). The gi allows collar chokes, lapel guards, and other grips specific to the uniform.",[12,2960,2961,2963],{},[16,2962,1909],{}," — competitors wear shorts and a rash guard. Without a gi to grip, the game is often faster and more focused on leg locks and body control.",[12,2965,2966],{},"Most major federations (AJP, IBJJF) run both gi and no-gi divisions, though the allowed techniques can differ significantly between formats.",[35,2968,2970],{"id":2969},"why-rules-matter","Why Rules Matter",[12,2972,2973],{},"BJJ competition rules vary by federation and belt level. What is legal at black belt may be illegal at white belt — particularly for joint locks that target the knee, heel, or spine. A technique applied incorrectly or at the wrong level can cause injury and result in disqualification.",[12,2975,2976],{},"Understanding the rules for your specific federation and belt level is essential for:",[181,2978,2979,2985,2991],{},[49,2980,2981,2984],{},[16,2982,2983],{},"Safety",": Knowing which techniques are legal prevents accidental injury",[49,2986,2987,2990],{},[16,2988,2989],{},"Strategy",": You cannot plan a match without knowing the scoring system",[49,2992,2993,2996],{},[16,2994,2995],{},"Competition",": Illegal technique violations result in instant disqualification in most federations",[12,2998,2999],{},"The major BJJ federations each have their own ruleset. The most prominent are AJP, IBJJF, ADCC, AIGA, and Grappling Industries — each with distinct scoring, allowed techniques, and tiebreak rules.",[12,3001,3002],{},"Use the interactive rules reference on this site to look up the exact rules for your federation, belt level, and age category.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":3004},[3005,3006,3007,3008,3009],{"id":2904,"depth":266,"text":2905},{"id":2914,"depth":266,"text":2915},{"id":2939,"depth":266,"text":2940},{"id":2949,"depth":266,"text":2950},{"id":2969,"depth":266,"text":2970},"Learn what Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is, how it works, and why understanding the rules matters for training and competition.",{},"\u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fwhat-is-bjj","2026-03-10",{"title":2896,"description":3010},"en\u002Fblog\u002Fwhat-is-bjj",[1784,2586,3017,2723],"what-is-bjj","mSB0VI3Jmeg9TzLk5rtBz_dZ4BMVVbgd0S2SCnu8eCs",1783800459840]