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 1^st 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)

• Takedown: 1 or 2
  (2 if the takedown takes the match from standing directly to a position of advantage on the ground. 1 if the takedown takes the match from standing a neutral position)
• Gaining a position of advantage: 1
  (Gaining top mount, side mount, headward hold down, or the back)
• Escaping a position of advantage: 1
  (Going from a disadvantaged position to a neutral position)
• Reversal of position: 2
  (Going directly from a disadvantaged position to an advantaged position. ie they have you in side control and you roll your opponent passing through the neutral position, guard or standing, to a position of advantage, side control or mount etc. You have gained two increases in position)
• Neutral position is considered either person standing or the guard position

 

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

• Chokes, neck cranks, jaw and chin cranks
• Arm bars, shoulder, wrist, and hip locks (straight and twisting armbars, shoulder locks, and wrist locks)
• Knee, foot, and ankle locks (heel hooks, compression locks, foot locks, knee bars etc.)
• Key locks

 

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 1^st offense of stalling (i.e. backing out of the guard without engaging, butt scooign, fleeing the ring to avoid takedown/submission attempts).  The 2^nd offense will result in a 2 point deduction.  A 3^rd offense will result in a 3 point deduction.  A 4^th 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.