The document announces the 2011 US Ju-Jitsu & Judo Mid-West Regional Championship to take place on August 13th, 2011 at the Wooster YMCA in Wooster, Ohio. The championship will feature competitions in ju-jitsu, traditional Kodokan judo, and ju-jitsu grappling across cadet, junior, and senior age divisions. Events include ju-jitsu fighting, self-defense, kata, and traditional Kodokan judo. The official hotel and registration details are provided along with the schedule of events for the day and competition rules.

1. 2011
US JU-JITSU & JUDO MID-WEST
REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
Ju-Jitsu - Judo - Grappling
Saturday August 13th, 2011
Venues include the following:
Ju-Jitsu Traditional Kodokan Judo Ju-Jitsu Grappling
Cadet, Junior & Senior Cadet, Junior & Senior Cadet, Junior & Senior
Age Groups Age Groups Age Groups
Ju-Jitsu Self Defense (JJSD) Traditional Kodokan Judo (TKJ) Ju-Jitsu Grappling (JJG)
both “Duo” & “Free Form” Competition Divisions Competition Divisions with
Judo Kata Divisions: “Nage-No-
Ju-Jitsu Fighting (JJF) GI
Kata”, “Gatame-No-Kata”,
and and
“Goshin-Jutsu-Kata” and
Ju-Jitsu Kata (JJK) No-Gi
“Kime-No-Kata”
Location: Wooster YMCA, Wooster, Ohio 680 Woodland Avenue, Wooster, Ohio 44691
Official Hotel: Days In n Wooster 789 East Milltown Road, Wooster Ohio 44691 Reservations: 330-345-1500
Mention United States Ju Jitsu for special Hotel Discount Rate of $80.00 per Night. Google “Days Inn Wooster”
Mandatory Check-In: “Late Registration”, “Weight-in” and “Uniform Inspection”
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2. Youth Divisions: Ages 5-14 - Saturday August 13, 2011 9:00 am -12:00 noon
Adult Divisions: Ages 15-Older - Saturday August 13, 2011 9:00 am -12:00 noon
Tournament Director - Mr. Michael J Antonides, 1-419-651-5228
Mr. Michael K Piaser – Chairman, USJJF Referee Committee & PAJJU Referee Development Committee
“Send Registrations” for the Mid West Regional Championship to:
Mr. Michael Antonides, 476 Township Road 1275, Ashland, Ohio 44805
Mid-West Regional Championship Schedule of Events:
Saturday, August 13, 2011
 7:00 am to 12:00 pm “ Mandatory “Uniform Inspection”, Weight-In and Late Registration” at the Wooster
YMCA 680 Woodland Avenue, Wooster, Ohio 44691
 8:00 am to 9:00 am USJJF Coaching & Referee Rules review at the Wooster YMCA 680 Woodland Avenue,
Wooster, Ohio 44691
 Competition Times –
Location of the 2011 MW Regional US Ju Jitsu, Judo and Grappling Championship –
Wooster YMCA 680 Woodland Avenue, Wooster, Ohio 44691
Approximate Start Times –
Judo Kata Divisions, Ju Jitsu Self Defense, Duo, Free Form: 9:00 am
Ju Jitsu Fighting, Judo and Grappling Competition.
10:00 am – Cadet
12:00 pm – Junior
3:00 pm – Senior
 All Competitors and Officials must be current members of the United States Ju Jitsu Federation (USJJF)
Or Pay the Event Membership with entry fee.
Annual Membership will be available at the “check–in “table at the “MW Regional Championship” Wooster
YMCA 680 Woodland Avenue, Wooster, Ohio 44691
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Reno, NV USA

3. (Extract from the USJJF Regulations for Competition)
ARTICLE VIII - “Uniform Requirements” for USJJF Competition
 Section 1 - At US JU-JITSU and USA-TKJ sanctioned events, all competitors must wear an All-White Ju-
Jitsu/Judo Gi, (minimum 14 oz.). The uniform cannot be so tight or so loose as to give an “unfair advantage” to
the wearer of the gi. The sleeves of the competitor’s uniform must extend past the elbow to approximately center
between the elbow and the wrist, but shall not cover the wrist. The pants of the competitor’s uniform must extend
below the knee covering most of the shin, but must be at least one inch above the mat. Sleeves or pants shall not
be rolled-up or cuffed-up on the competitor’s uniform during a match. Competitors should bring at least two
uniforms to all USJJF Competitive Events (for safety - in case any bleeding on the gi occurs). If bleeding does
occur, the match will be stopped and gi(s) with blood will be exchanged with the competitor’s extra (clean) gi.
Note: Competition matches will not begin without both competitors providing their extra gi to the “ring-side”.
Competitors are required to provide their “own” red and blue belts to all USJJF competitions. The competitor will
be instructed as to which color belt to wear during each match by the referee.
 Section 2 - There can be no more than one (1) patch, logo, or adornment of any type (except brand insignia) on
the gi that a competitor wears at a USJJF sanctioned competitive event except for the US JU-JITSU Patch. In
other words, one (1) Club Patch and the US JU-JITSU or USA-TKJ Patch may be worn on a competitor’s
uniform.
- Competition Divisions -
- All events Divisions, Skill Levels & Weight Classes will be determined based on actual entries for this Event –
Cadet & Junior Ju-Jitsu Self-Defense competition consisting of the following:
 “Duo Systems “ -
a. (Novice = 1st Level) – One Round with Competitor’s free choice” of One (1) Technique from each categories
of the JJIF designated Duo Attacks.
b. (Intermediate = 2nd Level) – Four rounds with Competitor’s “free choice” of Two (2) Techniques from each
group of the JJIF designated Duo Attaches.
c. (Advanced = 3rd Level) – Four rounds with Referee’s selection of Three (3) Techniques from each of the JJIF
designated Dupo Attacks.
(Drop low and high scores and remaining points is final score)
 “Free Form“- Single Attacker Ju- Jitsu Self Defense competition consists of one defender and one attacker.
Defender will be empty-handed and demonstrate up to 45 seconds of defenses against attacks. Judging
Methods and standards for JJIF’s Duo Self defense Competition will be used (Separate Youth and Adult Divisions)
 “Free Form” - Multiple Attackers Ju-Jitsu Self Defense competition consisting of one defender and multiple
(Limit 4) attackers. Defender will be empty- handed and demonstrate up to 60 seconds of defense against
attacks. Judging Method and Standards for JJIF’s Duo Self Defense Competition will be used. (Separate Youth &
Adult Divisions)
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4.  Judo Kata Competition consisting of the following Kata:
a. Nage-No-Kata
b. Gatame-No-Kata
c. Goshin-Jutsu-Kata
d. Kime-No-Kata
(Drop low and high scores and reaming point is final score.
Senior Ju-Jitsu Self-Defense competition consisting of the following:
 Ju-Jitsu Self Defense (JJSD) “Duo” System
a. (Novice = 1st Level) – One Round with Competitor’s free choice” of One (1) Technique from each
category of the JJIF designated Duo Attacks.
B. (intermediate = 2nd Level) – Four rounds with Competitor’s “free choice” of Two (2) Techniques from
each group of the JJIF designated Duo Attaches.
C. (Advanced = 3rd Level) – Four rounds with Referee’s selection of Three (3) Techniques from each of the
JJIF designated Dupo Attacks.
(Drop low and high scores and remaining points is final score)
- Ju-Jitsu Fighting (JJF) Divisions -
Note: "No" choking or joint locks allowed for ages 13 years and under. Required safety equipment include, soft
hand pads (with Fingers and Thumbs exposed) and Shin and Instep pads. Safety Pads may only be Red or Blue in Color.
Each Competitor is required to have both colors of safety pads.
 “Cadet Divisions” Ju-Jitsu Fighting (14 Years & under) – USJJF Fighting system Rules. Modified JJIF rules for
Youth divisions. Separate Novice and Advanced Divisions. Note: Youth Fighting Systems rules include “striking,
throwing & grappling” in the ju-jitsu match. Safety Pads may only be Red or Blue in Color. Each Competitor is
required to have both colors of safety pads.
 “Junior Divisions” Ju- Jitsu Fighting (Ages 15 - 20 Years) for “Novice and Advanced” Divisions. Competition using
JJIF Rules and standard weight classes. Require Safety Equipment including: “Soft Hand Pads (with Fingers and
Thumbs exposed for gripping) and Shin and Instep Pads. Note: Safety Pads must be Red or Blue in Color.
Specific color of belt will be announced by the referee.
 “Senior Divisions” Ju-Jitsu Fighting (Ages 21 Years & Up) for “Novice and Advanced” Divisions. Competition
using JJIF Rules and standard weight classes. Require Safety Equipment including: “Soft Hand Pads (with Fingers
and Thumbs exposed for gripping) and Shin and Instep Pads. Note: Safety Pads must be Red or Blue in Color.
Specific color of belt will be announced by the referee.
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5.  Competitors are required to provide their own “Safety Pads and Belt of Both Red & Blue color to USJJF Competitive
Events.
- Traditional Kodokan Judo (TKJ) Divisions -
 “Cadet Divisions” Judo (14 Years & under) – using USA-TKJ Judo Competition Rules. Separate Novice and
Advanced Divisions. Note: No Chocking or Joint Locks allowed for ages 13 and under. Note: An all-white Judo
Uniform is required for USA-TKJ’s Judo Competition. Each competitor is also required to have both Red and Blue
colored belts/ Specific color of belt will be announced by the referee.
 “Junior Divisions” Judo (Ages 15 – 20 Years) using USA-TKJ Judo Competition Rules. Separate Novice and
Advanced Divisions. Note: An all-white Judo Uniform is required for USA-TKJ’s Judo Competition. Each
competitor is also required to have both Red and Blue colored belts/ Specific color of belt will be announced by
the referee.
 “Senior Divisions” Judo (Ages 21 Years & Up) using USA-TKJ Judo Competition Rules. Separate Novice and
Advanced Divisions. Note: An all-white Judo Uniform is required for USA-TKJ’s Judo Competition. Each
competitor is also required to have both Red and Blue colored belts/ Specific color of belt will be announced by
the referee.
- Gi and No-Gi Ju-Jitsu Grappling (JJG) Divisions -
Uniform for “Gi” Divisions: An All-White Ju-Jitsu/Judo Uniform is required for “Gi” Ju-Jitsu Grappling
Competition.
Uniform for “No-Gi” Divisions:
1. Each contestant shall wear grappling shorts, biking type shorts, or kick-boxing type shorts.
2. Gi, kimono or shirt is prohibited during competition.
3. Rash guard (long or short sleeve) must be worn, no skin only.
4. Wrestling/Martial Arts shoes are allowed in the No-Gi divisions but NOT in the Gi divisions.
Note: Contestants may not attack using their own or the opponent’s cloth.
 “Cadet Divisions” Ju-Jitsu Grappling (14 Years & under) – using (JJG) Competition Rules. Separate Novice
and Advanced Divisions. Note: No Chocking or Joint Locks allowed for ages 13 and under. Note: An all-white
Judo Uniform is required for Gi Grappling Competition. No-Gi Grappling must were wrestling Tights, gym
shorts and/or T shirts.
 “Junior Divisions” Ju-Jitsu Grappling (Ages 15 – 20 Years) using (JJG) Competition Rules. Separate Novice
and Advanced Divisions. Note: An all-white Judo Uniform is required for Gi Grappling Competition. No-Gi
Grappling must were wrestling Tights, gym shorts and/or T shirts
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The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation”, “USJJF”, “United States Ju-Jitsu” “USJJ”, “USA Ju-Jitsu Federation”, “USAJJF”,
“USA Traditional Kodokan Judo” and “USA-TKJ” are registered trademarks of the United States Ju Jitsu Federation,
Reno, NV USA

6.  . “Senior Divisions” Ju-Jitsu Grappling (Ages 21 Years & Up) using (JJG) Competition Rules. Separate Novice
and Advanced Divisions. Note: An all-white Judo Uniform is required for Gi Grappling Competition. No-Gi
Grappling must wear wrestling Tights, gym shorts and/or T shirts.
Notice of Possible Testing for Banned Substances
For Competitors, testing, in accordance with procedures of the JJIF and the World Games, may be conducted by the
United States Anti – Doping Agency (USADA) – the independent testing agency for sports in the United States. In the
event there is a question concerning whether or not a substance is on the list, you may call the Drug Reference
Hotline at 1-800-223-0223-0393. If you prefer, you can send your correspondence and inquires to: United States Anti-
Doping Agency, 1265 Lake Plaza Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80906. Other useful information can be found by visiting
USADA’s website: http://www.usantidoping.org/
USJJF’s Competition Regulations:
http://www.usjjf.org/forms/USJJF Competion Regulations.pdf
USA-TKJ “Judo Competition” Rules: http://www.usjjf.org/forms/USA-TKJ Judo Competiton Rules.pdf
JJIF’s “Ju-Jitsu Competition” Rules: http://www.usjjf.org/forms/JJIF_Competition_Rules_July2010.pdf
Visit USJJF: www.usjjf.org and Visit USA-TKJ: www.ustkj.org
Visit “Ju Jitsu Grappling” (JJG) Rules: www.usjjf.org/forms/USJJF_GrapplingRules2010.pdf
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The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation”, “USJJF”, “United States Ju-Jitsu” “USJJ”, “USA Ju-Jitsu Federation”, “USAJJF”,
“USA Traditional Kodokan Judo” and “USA-TKJ” are registered trademarks of the United States Ju Jitsu Federation,
Reno, NV USA