BJJ Competition Rules
Competition Format
| Rule (IBJJF) | Details |
|---|---|
| Match length | 5 min (white), 6 min (blue), 7 min (purple), 8 min (brown), 10 min (black) |
| Points | Takedown: 2. Sweep: 2. Knee on belly: 2. Guard pass: 3. Mount: 4. Back control: 4. |
| Submissions | Instant win. Opponent taps (hand or verbal). |
| Advantages | Tiebreaker for near-submissions or near-sweeps |
| Illegal techniques (by belt) | White/blue: no heel hooks, no neck cranks. Some leg locks restricted. |
| Weight classes | Multiple weight classes for men, women, and age divisions |