2023 New Jersey Judo Open
Wayne, New Jersey
Jan. 29, 2023 7 a.m. (ET)American Judo & Jimmy Pedro's Judo Center have teamed up to provide the best tournament experience possible. American Judo Shiai's are the perfect place for any judoka looking to gain experience in a competitive yet friendly tournament atmosphere. Our developmental tournament series offers as many matches as possible, so you can get the most out of your experience. With a modified rule set in place, everyone is sure to have a positive tournament experience.
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TOURNAMENT DETAILS:
American Judo & New Jersey State Judo have teamed up to provide the best tournament experience possible. American Judo Shiai's are the perfect place for any judoka looking to gain experience in a competitive yet friendly tournament atmosphere. Our developmental tournament series offers as many matches as possible, so you can get the most out of your experience. With a modified rule set in place, everyone is sure to have a positive tournament experience.
TOURNAMENT DETAILS:
USA Judo Sanctioned Event: #PENDING
Date: 01/29/23
Venue: Wayne Police Athletic League (PAL)
Address: 1 Pal Dr, Wayne, NJ 07470
Format: Modified Double Elimination or Round Robin for 5 or Less; All competitors are guaranteed 2 matches or your entry fee back.
Age Standards: Age 4 and Up
Competitors and coaches will need to present a valid USA Judo, USJA, USJF or ATJA membership
Non-US Competitors must contact USA Judo for a letter of invitation
All States Welcome!
Funds raised go toward the New Jersey Judo Athlete Fund.
QUESTIONS/NEED HELP:
Questions? Email Riley McIlwain at events@americanjudo.com or call Pedro’s Judo Center at 781-245-0644 and ask to speak with Riley.RULES
IJF International Federation Rules:
Competitors and coaches will need to present a vaild USA Judo, USJA, USJF and ATJA memberships
EVENTS WILL USE A MODIFIED IJF RULE SET
The event guarantees athletes at least 2 matches or their entry fee will be refunded.
These events are designed to give the best possible experience for the athlete. Coaches and referees should work together to create a positive experience for athletes. The focus of these events is the development and the emphasis is on positive judo (Throws, Pins, Armlocks, Chokes).
4-8 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS:
The times of Matches are 3 mins with 2 min golden score: Running Clock - The clock only stops for blood/doctor or tying of judo gi.
Each division is open to all skill levels
Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred
9-12 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS:
The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 min golden score
Two Skill Levels: Basic (Orange & Below) & Intermediate (Green & Above)
Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi Preferred
13-16 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS NOVICE
The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
Orange & Below
Chokes Allowed
NO Armlocks
Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi only for Novice
13-16 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED
The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
Intermediate (Purple & Below) & Advanced (Brown & Black)
Chokes Allowed
Armlocks (16 years only Brown Belt and up)
Judo Gi Color: White & Blue Judo Gi Required
17-20 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS NOVICE
The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
Orange & Below
Chokes Allowed
NO Armlocks
Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi only for Novice
17-20 YEARS OLD DIVISIONS INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED
The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
Intermediate (Purple & Below) & Advanced (Brown & Black)
Chokes Allowed
Armlocks Allowed
Judo Gi Color: White & Blue Judo Gi Required
SENIOR DIVISIONS NOVICE
The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
Blue & Below
Chokes Allowed
NO Armlocks
Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi only for Novice
SENIOR DIVISIONS BROWN BELT DIVISION
The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
Chokes Allowed
Armlocks Allowed
Judo Gi Color: White & Blue Judo Gi Required
SENIOR DIVISIONS BLACK BELT DIVISION
The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
Chokes Allowed
Armlocks Allowed
Judo Gi Color: White & Blue Judo Gi Required
VETERAN DIVISIONS BASIC
The time of the matches are 3 mins with 2 minute golden score
Orange & Below
Chokes Allowed
NO Armlocks
Judo Gi Color: White Judo Gi only for Novice
VETERAN DIVISIONS INTERMEDIATE
The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
Chokes Allowed
Armlocks Allowed
Judo Gi Color: White & Blue Judo Gi Required
VETERAN DIVISIONS ADVANCED
The time of the matches are 4 mins with unlimited golden score
Chokes Allowed
Armlocks Allowed
Judo Gi Color: White & Blue Judo Gi Required
COACHING
Coaching is encouraged at all times during the matches.
What does it mean to coach your athlete:
All comments from the coach should be geared towards helping your athlete perform a judo technique.
As long as coaches are being a positive influence over the athlete they will be encouraged to continue coaching.
PENALTIES
Basic Divisions
Shidos will not be handed out for Minor infractions
Referees will warn judoka about infractions and instruct them not to do so in the future.
If a judoka gets 3 warnings for the same infraction they will lose the match.
If a judoka gets 3 warnings for different infractions the match will continue.
Intermediate Divisions
Referees will use their discretion to give penalties for stalling
Stalling can include - Running out of bounds, defensive posture, or any action deemed to prevent their opponent from positive judo.
If a judoka gets 3 warnings for the same infraction they will lose the match.
If a judoka gets 3 warnings for different infractions the match will continue.
Advanced, Brown, Black Belt Divisions
These will follow IJF Rules
JUDO UNIFORMS
All Competitors MUST have a Judo Uniform that fits them properly
The head referee for this event will be Tyler Yonemori
Contact information for the 2023 New Jersey Judo Open:
New Jersey Judo / American Judo System
events@americanjudo.com
617-257-4769