Grappling Rules
We will be using
a Hayastan Submission Grappling Rule System which is quite different than many
rule systems presently in use with many other organizations. This system seems to result in fewer injuries.
Safety is a main priority.
UNIFORM: Optional (Gi/ Draw String Shorts/
T-shirt/ Rashguard/No T-shirt/ Wrestling shoes/ etc)
Note- The only clothing allowed to be grabbed is a GI (top or bottom).
ROUNDS:
One 3 minute round
WITH NO POINTS (submission win only 1st round).
One 2 minute overtime round WITH
POINTS, if needed.
One Sudden Death round if needed (1st
takedown wins).
STYLE:
The HGC uses a Modified Double
Elimination system for brackets with more than 5 competitors. (This means, if
you win through the bracket and meet someone that you have defeated before, the
second time you do not have to defeat them again.)
True Double Elimination for brackets
with 5 or less competitors. (This means that every competitor has to be
defeated twice in a match to be eliminated from competition without exception.
In this case you may have to face the same person twice even though you have
defeated them previously. As well if you have been defeated by someone and meet
them again, you may have to defeat them in two separate matches to eliminate
them from the bracket.)
WIN BY: Submission, Points (in 2nd round), or Opponent
Disqualification (2 Fouls or Judge's discretion)
POINTS: (for 2nd round only)
LEGAL TECHNIQUES: All finishing techniques must be
applied in a gradual and safe manner or will result in disqualification!!!
Safety first!! This means pressure gradually instead of jerking or jolting
Note: No Heel Hooks in Kid's Divisions.
ILLEGAL TECHNIQUES: Punishment is 1 foul or
disqualification, at judge’s discretion
·
Strikes of any kind, -Not applying any submission
in a slow, gradual manner, -Hair pulling, -Body slams from guard above waist
high, -Making your opponent land on his/ her head, -Intentionally attempting to
injure opponent with throw or takedown, -Touching of the eyes or groin,
·
Biting, fishhooking, pressure point
use, or small joint manipulation (grabbing individual fingers or toes, or wrenching the ears or
nose, etc),
·
Thumbing, scratching, pinching, or
pulling skin,
-Applying any slippery substance to the body, hair, or uniform, -Cursing,
arguing with the judge, or general bad attitude.
·
Slamming: ZERO tolerance on slamming. This is to avoid slamming to escape the guard
and various submissions from the guard.
A competitor will be immediately disqualified. NOTE: Takedowns are not considered slamming,
unless intent to injure is determined by the judge.
·
Stalling: The judge will issue a warning for
the 1st offense of stalling (i.e. backing out of the guard without
engaging, butt scooign, fleeing the ring to avoid takedown/submission
attempts). The 2nd offense
will result in a 2 point deduction. A 3rd
offense will result in a 3 point deduction.
A 4th offense will result in disqualification.
·
Unsportsmanlike conduct (judge’s discretion). A Code of Conduct will be enforced. There
will be zero tolerance on disrespecting, threatening with physical violence, or
verbally abusing judges or staff at any time before, during, or after any
event. If any spectator, coach, or
competitor threatens or abuses the judge in any manner, shape, or form they
will be escorted out of the building.
Remember,
above all else we want everyone to have FUN and for there to be no
injuries!
DIVISIONS
These Divisions are a
basic template and may be modified the day of the event to accommodate the
competitors that are on hand.
Divisions will be
by Age, Experience, and Weight as follows.
Weigh-in will be done on a bathroom type scale which may vary from
other scales.
Men's
Weight
Classes: Rooster weight 130 and under Feather weight - 131-145 Light Weight - 146-160 Welter weight - 161-175 Middle weight - 176-190 Light Heavy weight - 191-205 Heavy weight - 206-220 Super Heavy weight - 221-over Experience Beginner - 18 months and under Intermediate - 19 months to 36 Months Advanced - over 36 months Age 18 - 29 30 - 39 40 and over Women's
Weight
Classes: Light Weight Middle Weight Heavy Weight The exact weights for each category will be
determined the day of the event based on the weight of the female competitors
that attend. Experience Beginner - 18 months and under Intermediate - 19 months to 36 Months Advanced - over 36 months Age 18 and over Children
5-7 years old ( girls and boys will compete
together) 8-10 years old ( girls and boys will compete
together) 11-13 years old Boys 11-13 years old Girls 14-15 years old Boys 14-15 years old Girls 16-17 years old Boys 16-17 years old Girls The exact weights for each category will be
determined the day of the event based on the weight of the competitors that
attend. |