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Hardcore Slacker · Joined: 06 Apr 2007 Posts: 94 Location: Waterdown

Guys,

I passed this idea by Sangue Bom and he said that he was OK with it. Before a lot of effort or promises are made, I am looking at how much interest there is in having a set training time for people that want to compete in Gi and No Gi grappling tournaments. The focous of the class would be to learn the tournament system (match lenghth, point system/rules and legal techniques) so that when there is a tournament, we are ready to go.

Let me know your interest and we can get this one "roll'n".

DocG · Joined: 21 Dec 2007 Posts: 76

What a phenomenal idea!

TommyT · Posted: Sat Oct 31, 2009 8:05 pm Post subject: word

Sign me up Sir.
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sanguebom · Posted: Sun Nov 01, 2009 4:24 pm Post subject:

Guy's,

We are not having another class setup for tournaments, that was not my intent. The question was to have a class to go over tournament rules. This will be in one of our regular BJJ class which is already designed for this to be added.

In fact I'm surprised individuals who have attended tournaments before do not yet know the rules. They should be teaching the new guys. I'm actually disappointed!

All our class times are set in place for now and we already have fighters class on Friday and Sunday for individuals who are truly committed to competition and not so off and on. This class requires individuals who can follow direction and work extremely well with others and your definitely paying extra for it as the others do.

What we can have is more in-house tournaments however, some of you don't even participate in the matches or even show up. This does not demonstrate enthusiasm to keep the in house tournaments ongoing. I don't want to just post these tournaments to have 15 individuals turn up. Once our club shows that they are actually connecting with the sport at the in-house tournament level perhaps we could even manage our own GTA Invitational Tournament.

Sacrifice is part of any journey folks. Attend all BJJ/MMA classes and perhaps you will hear the point system and have more discussions related to competition.

BJJ Point System

4 points – mount, back grab

3 points – passing the guard

2 points – take downs, sweeps and knee on the belly

TAKE DOWNS: Any kind of knocking down the opponent or being taken down on his back side, 2 points. If the athlete is thrown to the ground and does not land on his back, the thrower must pin him to the ground in the same position for at least 3 seconds to gain the points of the take down.

PASSING THE GUARD: Is when the athlete that is above his adversary or in between his legs, moves to his opponent’s side, establishing a perpendicular or longitudinal position over his adversary’s trunk, dominating him and leaving him no space to move or to escape the position—if even is on his side or back. 3 points NOTE: if the athlete that is underneath avoids the move by getting to his knees or standing up, the initiative will not be awarded 3 points but will be awarded an advantage.

KNEE ON THE BELLY: When the athlete on top puts his knee on his adversary’s stomach, holding his collar or sleeve and belt with his other leg towards his adversary’s head: 2 POINTS

THE MOUNT: is when the athlete sits on his opponent’s torso; the opponent can be lying on his stomach, side or back. The one mounted can be on top of one of his opponent’s arms, but never on both. It will also be considered a mount if he has one knee and one foot on the ground, 4 POINTS.

THE BACK GRAB: Is when the athlete grabs his adversary’s back, taking hold of his neck and wrapping his legs around his opponent’s waist, with his heels leaning on the inner side of his opponent’s thighs, not allowing him to leave the position.4 POINTS. NOTE: the points will not be awarded if both heels are not properly positioned on the inner part of the adversary’s thighs.

THE SWEEP: is when the athlete that is underneath has his opponent in his guard(in between his legs ) or the half guard (having one of his adversary’s legs between his) and is able to get on top of his adversary by inverting his position. 2 POINTS.

In all catagories the central referee has the athority to stop a match when either of the competitors is in danger of serious bodily harm as a result of a submission and award the victory to competitor applying the submission.

Illegal Acts

Cervical locks or neck cranks are not allowed in any category

Wrestling shoes or any type of shoes, head gear, shirts under the gi (except for girls) and any kind of protectors that can alter the outcome of the match in any way are not allowed in competition. 'subject to tournament holder authority'

FROM ADULT THROUGH SENIOR (BLUE & PURPLE BELT)

MATA LEO (choke) WITH FOOT

SLAM FROM THE GUARD

LEG LOCKS

CERVICAL(only without chokes)

BICEPS LOCK

CALF LOCK

SCISSORS TAKEDOWN

HEEL HOOK

FROM ADULT THROUGH SENIOR (BROWN AND BLACKBELT)

SLAM FROM THE GUARD

CERVICAL LOCK(only without chokes)

SCISSORS TAKEDOWN

HEEL HOOK

HYGIENE

A. The kimono must be washed and dried with no unpleasant odors.

B. Toe and fingernails must be cut short and clean.

C. People with long hair must keep their hair from interfering with there opponent or themself during the match.

D. Athletes are not permitted to paint there hair with spray and may be disquallified by the referee by doing so

KIMONO

COMPETiTORS ARE REQUIRED TO USE KIMONOS UNDER THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS

A. Constructed of cotton or similar material and in good condition. The material may not be excessivly thick or hard to the point where it will obstruct the opponent.

B. Colours may be black, white or blue.

C. The jacket is to be of sufficient length down to the thighs, sleeves must reach the wrist with arms extended in front of the body. The sleeve should follow the oficial measures according to CBJJ, and IBJJF. From the shoulder to the wrist.

D. Belt width 4-5cm, with colour corresponding to rank tied around the waist with a double knot , tight enough to secure the kimono closed.

E. Athletes are not permitted to compete with torn kimonos, sleeves or pants that are not of propper length or with t-shirts underneath the kimono (except in the female divisions).

***Competitors must abide by the hygiene and kimono specifications in order to compete, otherwise the opponent will be considered the winner

If you have concerns, call me directly.
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Hardcore Slacker · Joined: 06 Apr 2007 Posts: 94 Location: Waterdown

Sorry for any confusion my original post/comments made have caused.

sanguebom · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 6:35 pm Post subject:

My Amigos,

Don't worry about putting in extra classes. We have alot on our plate. Matt made a suggestion however, it did not go through because we have the tech class and enough Bjj classes to cover this. Credit goes to Matt for putting forth an idea.

Focus on getting more out of each class by keeping up your attendance. Also do not worry so much about the tournament. Just go in and do your best, the guys that have shown tremendous effort and personal/physical growth will eventually get the rewards.

P.S - I was not in B.C (mind your business) - whoever started this rumor needs to leave the rumors to the individuals who watch 90210 or one tree hill. You don't always have to know what I am doing, I have the right to privacy just like anyone else. I will be going into hiding again shortly. If someone is spreading rumors, it is best you don't associate with them as they usually have a negative hidden agenda.

Call me if you heard something that you are not comfortable with. I heard a few things that should not be said in public however, I was asked not to mention it for now.

Let's be professional folks, I will not foster a poison environment.
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