ISJA Sport Jujitsu Full-Contact Rules

ISJA Sport Jujitsu full-contact matches are governed by an internationally organized set of rules. Currently there are 31 countries that recognize these rules as the official ISJA Sport Jujitsu Full-Contact regulations.  ISJA Sport Jujitsu full-contact is not an NHB event, the following rules & regulations is what differentiates it from all other full-contact formats.

HOW TO SCORE A FULL-CONTACT SPORT JUJITSU MATCH

Scores are based on the relative effectiveness of each contestant in a given round. A submission by referee intervention or standing 8-count always demonstrates superior effectiveness. Also,  dominance through the use of exceptional throwing and above-the-belt kicking techniques is scored more favorably than dominance through punching techniques. Leg kicks carry the same weight as punches. More Specifically, round by round scores are awarded as follows: 10 - 10:   When neither contestant dominates the other with a superiority in effectiveness.       10 - 9:   When the winning contestant dominates the losing contestant with a marginal superiority in effectiveness. 10 - 8:   When the winning contestant dominates the losing contestant with exceptional throwing and above-the-belt kicking techniques, or when the winning contestant dominates with a significant superiority in effectiveness as might be indicated in one submission by referee intervention or standing 8-count. 10 - 7:  When the winning contestant dominates the losing contestant with an overwhelming superiority in effectiveness, as must be indicated by more than one standing 8-count or submissions by referee intervention. 

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE RULES

The rules of this sport have been designed for the spectator as well as the competitor, and are intended to be fair for all regardless of style (boxers, kick-boxers, karate, judo, jujitsu, kung fu, tae kwon do, wrestlers, etc.).  Competitors are divided into two categories: class B and class A fighters. Class B fighters are considered novice to advanced, and class A fighters are considered advanced to world class. Class B bouts consist of three 2-minute rounds, with a 1-minute rest between rounds. Class A bouts consist of no less than five 2-minute rounds (national title bouts are 7 rounds, and world title bouts are 9 rounds), with a 1-minute rest between rounds. When fighters are in a grappling position while standing they have 5 seconds to execute a throw or take-down before they are separated by the center referee. When class B fighters are locked-up in a standing grappling position, with both hands on, they are not permitted to strike (class A fighters may continue to strike). If only one hand is on, they are allowed only one strike to a legal target area (class A fighters may strike repeatedly). Once a fighter has taken his/her opponent down, they have an additional 30 seconds to execute a submission hold (choke, joint-lock, etc.) before they are separated and brought back to their feet to resume fighting. During the 30 second ground fighting if both fighters come to their feet they will immediately be separated to resume fighting. Legal Techniques: * When standing, full-contact kicks, knees, and punches to all legal target areas are permitted (knee strikes are permitted only in class A, including knee strikes to the head while standing). * "Attacking the legs" Leg kicks and knee strikes to the outer thigh only. * Once class A fighters go to the ground, striking to legal target areas of the body only is permitted (class B is not permitted to strike on the ground). * All chokes and joint locks (excluding finger locks) are permitted, except for those listed as illegal. * "Sweeping the legs" Boot-to-boot, boot-to-calf, and calf-to-calf sweeps.
Infractions:
Fighters will receive only one official warning for any infraction before loss of points (2nd warning) or possible disqualification (3rd warning).
*  No striking to the groin, throat, spine, kidney, nor against any joint.
*  No standing joint locks, no elbows, head butts, biting, pulling hair, eye gouging, pinching.
*  No finger locks.
*  No use of the fingers or thumbs to manipulate the nerves in or around the eyes and neck.
*  A standing fighter shall not kick a downed opponent.
*  A fighter is permitted to strike with the hands while standing in his opponent's guard (A class only)
*  No running out of bounds simply to avoid engaging with the opponent.
*  No striking to the head once fighters go to the ground.
*  Once fighters are in a grappling situation with each player having both hands on (either standing, or on the ground), there is no striking permitted for class B fighters; however, class A fighters may continue to strike.
*  Unsportsmanlike conduct or inappropriate behavior by players or corner-men will not be tolerated, and will be cause for immediate disqualification.

Equipment:  Six-ounce gloves covering all the striking areas of the hand; safety kicks that cover all striking areas of the foot (with the exception of the sole); and mouth guards, are mandatory. A groin protector is mandatory for all male competitors. Headgear is                not mandatory, but is highly recommended for personal safety for class B fighters. Although karate and kung fu uniforms will be accepted, a traditional judo or jujitsu uniform is recommended. Sleeves shall be no more than one fist distance up the arm from the wrists. If a player's uniform becomes torn or bloodied in a manner that may affect the outcome of the match, he/she will be asked to replace it immediatly or forfeit the match. Absolutely no tee shirts, shorts, or shoes of any kind will be permitted.