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Peter "Bull" Hickmott is hosting another one of his very succesful tournaments in mid March in Toowoomba. This year he has decided to hold the event over two days due to the growing numbers of competitors. This means the no-gi submission grappling tournament will run on the Saturday and the C-Class MMA tournament will run on the Sunday.
This is a great way for our guys to get some quality rolling in before the Gold Coast and Brisbane BJJ championships later on. But I highly recommend that anyone who has any interest in competing in MMA give this tournament a go as well. C-Class rules are a much safer way to get your feet wet but still experience the full on nature of what MMA competition really is - this is the perfect entry point for first time MMA'ers.
I would like to take a small team to Toowoomba for this so if you are interested in competing please let me know asap. I will also put up a notice in the gym. Check out the rules below and ask me any questions you may have.
Enemy on the Floor Competition Rules
ENEMY ON THE FLOOR SUBMISSION GRAPPLING COMPETITION RULES AND REGULATIONS
Submission Wrestling and Grapple Rules
Dress & Equipment
Allowed:
Groin Guards, Mouthpieces, Wrestling boots, Rash Vests or other similar tops (cotton or canvas material acceptable)Lycra grappling pants, Muay Thai trunks, Boxing trunks, SKINS TM or other similar compression clothing, Shorts made from cotton or similar material (No Pockets or metal zippers), Gi's or Martial Arts Uniforms are allowed (these can be used by either competitor to secure or manipulate in any legal way during the contest)
Not Allowed:
Any hard or rigid strapping, guards or other item which could cause injury or harm during a match, MMA Gloves, Boxing Gloves No grease, liniments, oils or similar substances.
Competition Area
The competition area shall be covered with protective matting covering an area no less than 6 meters X 6 Meters.
Match Duration
Depending on the age group, matches will be contested as follows:
1 X 5 Minute round, or 2 X 5 Minute rounds (with a 2 Minute rest period between rounds)1 X 3 Minute round, or2 X 3 Minute rounds (with a 1 Minute rest period between rounds)
** Officials reserve the right to negotiate the length of the match and the duration of the rest period with team coaches on the day of the competition
Order of Competition
The divisions will be divided by weight and if necessary, by the experience level of the competitors as decided by the officials in consultation with the respective coaches/trainers.
Weight Divisions
Under 60kg
60 kg to 69.9kg (Inclusive)
70kg to 79.9kg (Inclusive)
80kg to 89.9kg (Inclusive)
90kg to 99.9kg (Inclusive)
Over 100kgOpen Weight (Open to all competitors, regardless of weight and experience)
** Junior and Female divisions will be decided on the day if competitor numbers require)
Rules:
All matches will start from a standing position in the centre of the mat area.
Both Competitors will engage, competitors must engage if directed to do so by the referee.
Throws, trips, takedowns or sweeps are permitted to take an opponent to the ground.
The contest will continue on the ground. If, in the referee's opinion, the match is stalled on the ground or standing, he will break the competitors and recommence the match from the central standing position.
If the competitors are considered by the referee to be dangerously close to the edge of the matted area, he will stop the fight and restart the match in the central standing position.
The match referee reserves the right to decide if either of the competitors is deliberately attempting to avoid or stall. If the referee believes there is a breach of the rule, he can penalize or if continually occurring, disqualify the offending competitor.
Determining a Winner:
By submitting your opponent by any legal technique or your opponent verbally submitting on their own accord.
In the event that neither competitor is submitted, the referee will consult with the second judge to determine which competitor was seen as the more aggressive/dominant fighter. The competitor seen as attempting more submissions than defence control shall be deemed the winner, ie. The competitor deemed to be actively attempting to apply the most submissions.
If the judges cannot decide equally or dispute each other’s decision, the competitors shall go to a second round of 3 minutes. If at the end of the second round a definite winner is still not decided the competitors shall go to a third round of two minutes where a winner must be determined.
Prohibited Acts/Actions
Any un-sportsman like conduct, as decided by the Competition officials (Swearing, stalling, disrespect of any kind to officials or opponent.
Spitting
Slamming opponent onto their head or neck
Any deliberate striking or kicking technique
Coaches , trainers or team members entering the contest area (except during the rest periods)
Heel Hooks
Direct digital pressure to any area of the opponent
Twisting Neck Cranks
Continually avoiding engagement
Intentionally throwing or tripping an opponent out of the matted contest area.
Disputes
All disputes regarding match results or decisions must be directed to the Senior Competition Official by the head trainer or coach of the competitor involved (competitors are not permitted to approach the Senior Competition Official with their concerns without first conferring with their heard coach/trainer). Any dispute must be made before the competitor in question commences his/her next match. If the dispute arises during the competitor's final match, the head trainer/coach should approach the Senior Competition Official as soon as practical.
If in the event that a dispute cannot be resolved, a rematch shall be offered to the competitors concerned. It is expected that during the rematch the competitors, trainers and coaches compete in a complete sportsmanlike fashion for the benefit of the competition. Every competitor shall be given equal opportunity to win the round.
ENEMY ON THE FLOOR MIXED MARTIAL ARTS COMPETITION RULES AND REGULATIONS
C Class Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Rules
Dress & Equipment
Allowed:
Wrestling boots, Rash Vests or other similar tops (cotton or canvas material acceptable), Lycra grappling pants, Muay Thai trunks, Boxing trunks, SKINS ™ or other similar compression clothing, Shorts made from cotton or similar material (No Pockets or metal zippers), Gi’s or Martial Arts Uniforms are allowed (these can be used by either competitor to secure or manipulate in any legal way during the contest)
Not Allowed:
Any hard or rigid strapping, guards or items which could cause injury or harm during a match. Grease, liniments, oils or other similar substances.
Compulsory Safety Equipment:
Mouth Guard
Groin Guard
Shin/instep Protectors
Grapple gloves or MMA approved gloves
Competition Area:
The competition area shall be covered with protective matting covering an area no less than 6 meters X 6 Meters.
Match Duration:
Depending on the age group, matches will be contested as follows:
1 X 5 Minute round, or
2 X 5 Minute rounds (with a 2 Minute rest period between rounds)
1 X 3 Minute round, or
2 X 3 Minute rounds (with a 1 Minute rest period between rounds)
** Officials reserve the right to negotiate the length of the match and the duration of the rest period with team coaches on the day of the competition
Order of Competition:
The divisions will be divided by weight and if necessary, by the experience level of the competitors as decided by the officials in consultation with the respective coaches/trainers.
Weight Divisions
Under 60kg
60 kg to 69.9kg (Inclusive)
70kg to 79.9kg (Inclusive)
80kg to 89.9kg (Inclusive)
90kg to 99.9kg (Inclusive)
Over 100kg
Open Weight (Open to all competitors, regardless of weight and experience)
** Junior and Female divisions will be decided on the day if competitor numbers require)
Rules:
All matches will start from a standing position in the center of the mat area
Both Competitors will engage, competitors must engage if directed to do so by the referee
Throws, trips, takedowns or sweeps are permitted to take an opponent to the ground
The contest will continue on the ground
If, in the referee’s opinion, the match is stalled on the ground or standing, he will break the competitors and recommence the match from the central standing position.
If the competitors are considered by the referee to be dangerously close to the edge of the matted area, he will stop the fight and restart the match in the central standing position
The match referee reserves the right to decide if either of the competitors is deliberately attempting to avoid or stall. If the referee believes there is a breach of the rule, he can penalize or if continually occurring, disqualify the offending competitor.
Permitted Strikes and Areas:
Strikes are permitted to the body and legs ONLY of the opponent with punches, knee strikes and kicks.
Once/if the fight goes to ground, strikes are permitted to the body and legs only by punches.
If a competitor is grounded on their back, the standing competitor is permitted to kick to the legs only. Likewise, the grounded competitor is permitted to kick the legs only of the standing competitor. If in the referees opinion that neither fighter is gaining advantage, the bout will be stopped, grounded competitor stood up and bout restarted from standing position.
It is asked that competitors do not deliberately attack the knees with kicks whilst defending or attacking with intent to seriously injure the opponent.
Determining a Winner:
By submitting your opponent by any legal technique or your opponent verbally submitting on their own accord.
In the event that neither competitor is submitted, the referee will consult with the second judge to determine which competitor was seen as the more aggressive/dominant fighter. The competitor seen as attempting more submissions than defense control shall be deemed the winner, i.e. the competitor deemed to be actively attempting to apply the most submissions.
If the judges cannot decide equally or dispute each other’s decision, the competitors shall go to a second round of 3 minutes. If at the end of the second round a definite winner is still not decided the competitors shall go to a third round of two minutes where a winner must be determined.
Prohibited Acts/Actions:
Any un-sportsman like conduct, as decided by the Competition officials (Swearing, stalling, disrespect of any kind to officials or opponent
Spitting
Slamming opponent onto their head or neck
Any deliberate striking or kicking technique to the head area both standing and grounded
Coaches , trainers or team members entering the contest area (except during the rest periods)
Heel Hooks
Direct digital pressure to any area of the opponent
Twisting Neck Cranks
Continually avoiding engagement
Intentionally throwing or tripping an opponent out of the matted contest area.
Deliberate attacks to the knees with kicks whilst defending or attacking.
Disputes:
All disputes regarding match results or decisions must be directed to the Senior Competition Official by the head trainer or coach of the competitor involved (competitors are not permitted to approach the Senior Competition Official with their concerns without first conferring with their heard coach/trainer). Any dispute must be made before the competitor in question commences his/her next match. If the dispute arises during the competitor’s final match, the head trainer/coach should approach the Senior Competition Official as soon as practical.
If in the event that a dispute cannot be resolved, a rematch shall be offered to the competitors concerned. It is expected that during the rematch the competitors, trainers and coaches compete in a complete sportsmanlike fashion for the benefit of the competition. Every competitor shall be given equal opportunity to win the round.
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