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INTRODUCTION
The S
Factors are “World Martial Arts Competitions”, they provide
different categories to suit many of the martial arts
disciplines. The S Factor rules were developed to be safe,
simple, easy to implement and easy to understand.
MARTIAL
ARTS STYLE’s
There
are different categories that suit the different martial
arts. The list below highlights the most suited sections and
categories for the different martial arts.
Karate:
Semi
Contact & Hard Forms
Kung Fu:
Push
Hands, Light Continuous & Soft Forms
Kick
Boxing:
Light
Continuous
Free
Styles:
Any
section depending on preference.
Mixed
Martial Arts:
MMA Open
Combat
Hapkido:
MMA Open
Combat
Taekwondo:
Light
Continuous, Patterns.
Ju –
Jitsu:
MMA Open
Combat
Tai Chi:
Soft
Forms
Please
note:
NONE of
the categories are FULL CONTACT.
ANY
excessive contact is penalised.
Referee’s decision is final.
PROOF OF
AGE
Proof of
age may be required; all junior competitors should bring
proof of age. The failure to do this may cause the promoter
to with hold a winning title or award until the age of the
competitor is authenticated through his school.
In the
case of a series of eliminators culminating a champion the
champion’s date of birth should be relevant to the date of
the final or grand championships. Example at the date of the
final grand championship he should still be the age criteria
of the category they entered. If they compete for several
eliminators then at the finals are unable to compete because
they have had a birthday so they exceed the age of a
category they may not be able to fight or defend that title.
CONTESTANT REQUIREMENTS
Each
contestant must present them self to the referee when
called, failure to do this may result in penalty points
being given. The competitor must be ready to compete, and
any object or jewellery that the referee feels will endanger
either contestant must be removed at the request of the
referee. Finger and toenails must be properly cut to
eliminate possible chances of injury to an opponent. T
Shirts or baggy tops must be tucked in to avoid a kick
becoming trapped or tangled.
Conduct
is a fundamental part of martial arts, any undisciplined
behaviour by competitors or their clubs can be penalised
with points, disqualification or removal of the entire club
without a refund.
POWERS
OF OFFICIALS
TIME
KEEPER:
The
appointed official supervises and controls the scoreboards
time duration. He/She will start and stop at the command of
the centre referee and will inform the centre referee when
the contest time has expired. The time keeper keeps time for
the centre referee and suspends contest time if requested by
the centre referee. The time keeper may also double as a
score keeper.
SCORE
KEEPER:
This
appointed helper keeps score of both competitors. The judges
or counter will reveal the scores of each competitor to the
score keeper who record them. They will also be responsible
for deducting penalty points under the instruction of the
centre referee. All discrepancies are handled by the centre
referee and not the score keeper.
SECTION
MANAGER / CHIEF REFEREE:
The
Section Manager is the most experienced of the officials who
is thoroughly versed on the rules and completely in charge
of his/her mat, ring and match. Referees enforce safety &
the rules to ensure fair play. He looks to his judges for a
vote and the majority score is given to the score keeper to
record.
The
Section Manager has control of the following:-
Match
starts and finishes with the referees command.
Has the
final decision on any dispute on score.
Issuing
warnings or points without a majority decision.
Can over
rule a majority rule to issue a warning or penalty.
Automatically disqualify competitors with more than 3
penalty points. (Referees may ask judges take a vote to
disqualify a contestant for gross misconduct or disregard
for safety including level of contact)
Has
power to issue time outs. (Competitors can ask for time
outs, but it is at the discretion of the referee if he
issues one).
JUDGES
Judges
must issue points or contests the way they see them. Judges
may consult with the centre referee to help determine
penalties or warnings, although the referee has the power to
issue them alone. Judges may be called to vote on points,
disqualification or penalties. It is the majority vote of
the judges and referee that determines a point or win.
Semi
Contact and Kumite Judges are required to patrol edges of
the mat arena, this is called mirror judging since each
judge operates the 2 sides from opposite corners. As points
are called the contest is stopped by the referee in a
traditional format.
Light
Continuous and MMA open combat judging. The judges sit
diagonally facing each other across the arena. Scoring can
be implemented by clicker or by the judges deciding who is
the most controlled contestant with the best technique
within the required contact level.
CONTACT
LEVELS DEFINED
Light
Continuous is Light Touch Contact: This means there is no
penetration or visible movement of the opponent as a result
of the technique. Light touch may be made to all legal
target areas.
Excessive Contact: Is made when an opponent strikes with
force in excess of that necessary to have scored a point.
Although this is largely a judgement call, indications that
contact has been excessive may be assessed by the following
reactions:
A
visible snapping back of the head from the force of a
strike.
A
knockdown of an opponent (not recklessly charging into a
technique or occurring in instances where the fallen party
neither fell, slipped or was of balance).
A
knockout of an opponent.
The
appearance of severe swelling or bleeding. (Bleeding from
other obvious external injury may be in itself grounds for
excessive contact if it is considered the fault of a
contestant).
The
distortion or injury of the body from the force of a blow to
the body.
All
contestants are required to be able to compete within these
contact requirements of their chosen category.
If a
competitor prefers hard contact we regard that the
purposeful use of full contact in another category as a
coward’s approach sine we do have full contact categories.
The disqualification of competitors using full contact or
uncontrolled contact will be harsh and competitors
considered bullying will be disqualified without refund.
Competitors must be able to compete within the confines of
the category and format required controls for contact, do
not enter any format or category unless you meet criteria
and can control the contact levels it is unacceptable. How
you train and what you train in is no defence in the
interest of safety, contact levels and the rules are
paramount and refs decision final.
What
constitutes a point:
A point
is a controlled legal combat sport technique scored by a
player in bounds that strikes an opponent with the allowable
force (SEE Contact Levels Defined) & touch contact
to a legal target area.
The
guiding criteria are:-
Was it a
legal technique.
Was it
delivered with the required force.
Was the
player who scored in bounds.
Had the
match been stopped by the centre referee.
Was
either contestant down illegally when the point was scored.
SEMI
CONTACT RULES.
Equipment required:
Closed
finger semi contact gloves.
Boots
with concealed heal.
Head
guard.
Shin
guards.P.U.Only
Groin
guard (ladies optional but preferred)
Gum
shield
Illegal
equipment:
Open
fingered gloves
Shin/instep
Boxing
gloves
Bag
gloves
NO
DISCLAIMERS.
Duration
of rounds:
Each
round will be 1min 30 seconds for eliminators,2 minutes for
finals. Should scores be equal after this period an extra 30
seconds will be added in the further event of a tie the next
clear point scored by both judges will decide.
SCORING
POINTS
1 Point
scored by:
punch to
head
punch to
body
kick to
body
clean
sweep(must be foot to foot)
ridge
hand (controlled)
2 points
scored by kick to head
jump
kick to body(must be a positive clearance)
3 points
scored by controlled jump kick to head
Axe
kicks to land with flat of the foot not the heel
All
points scored must be controlled.
Non
scoring areas:
Back of
head
Back of
torso
Below
belt line
NOTE:
Sweeps
must be foot to foot, no grabbing, no takedowns.
Sweep
combination will be scored appropriately if scored before
the call to stop
Illegal
techniques:
Spinning
back-fist
Hammer
fist
Straight
finger thrusts
Grabbing
Throws
Elbows/
knees
Should a
three way final situation occur the competitors placing will
be decided on wins, in the case where everything is equal
total points scored will decide each competitors placing.
No
direct facial contact for age groups 6/8 years, 9/11 years
or 12/14 year old sections for boys and girls, all head
strikes to hit head guard
only.
When a
section starts no persons are to approach the scoring table,
should you require assistance please make yourself known to
the officials who will then assist you.
Fighters
will receive a maximum of 3 calls to the fighting area after
which they will be deemed not present and the opponent wins
by a walkover.
Where
possible no two fighters of the same club will compete
against each other in the first round.
One
adult (16+) coach per fighter by the matt.
The
coach has the right to call time where he thinks necessary,
any abuse of this rule the fighter will be warned,2nd
warning will receive one point deduction,3rd warning will
lead to disqualification. The coach is not allowed to step
into the fighting area unless invited by the judges.
NO
UNSPORTSMAN LIKE BEHAVIOUR WILL BE TOLERATED, This Includes
VERBAL
ABUSE.
HARRASSMENT.
INTIMIDATION.
This
includes fighters ,coaches, colleagues ,friends, families
uncle Tom Cobbley and all.
Judging:
-
Two
mirror judges and a referee work so each point is given by
the majority vote.
How
points are awarded:
Semi
contact: Scoring points
are
awarded by a majority agreement between judges and referee.
When the majority agree a point is recorded by the score
keeper. The semi contact categories are based on traditional
stop start the first competitor to a set number of points
wins. Each time the score is logged the contest is stopped,
the score is logged then the referee resumes the contest.
Contact level is light and controlled; lack of control can
lead to disqualification.
Complaints procedure in writing to .P.Griffin c/o BBI
ALL REFEREE DECISIONS ARE FINAL
FORMS
Forms,
length
of time to compete: All forms competitors must be able to
complete their form within a three minute time frame.
Categories cover both traditional and freestyle martial
arts. Although all categories in forms come under forms the
categories are different to provide a winner for each
section.
Each
form is judged on Execution, Presentation and Difficulty.
Execution :
The
performance of all technique, the biggest influence on
score. (Balance, Power, Speed, Proper Technique Formation,
Flexibility & Overall Skill)
Presentation:
The
impression as reflected in his/her performance.(
Confidence, Poise, Commitment, Concentration, Showmanship,
Imagination, Self Introduction, Humility, Respect, Clean &
Tidy Uniform)
Difficulty :
The
complexity and intricacy of the routine, this would decide a
tie if required. (Complexity of Technique, Versatility,
Ambidexterity, Stamina)
Up to 10
points are given individually for Execution, Presentation
and Difficulty to 1 decimal place. I.E Execution: 6.2
Presentation: 5.2 Difficulty: 5.0 Total Score would be
16.4
Scoring
would not begin until the first three players have performed
their routines in that category.
Creative
Divisions
(optionally with or without music)
Entrants
are responsible for bringing their own music (CD or
Cassette)
Weapons
Divisions
If any
contestant can not control the weapon and drops the weapon
frequently the contestant will be stopped and withdrawn from
that category without refund.
NO
LIVE WEAPONS
LIGHT
CONTINUOUS
Control
and contact requirements are implemented by the referee.
Touch contact to the head , face and body is expected from
all competitors. Moderate contact is acceptable to the body,
but full control must be maintained.
Legal
Target Area:
Entire
head, ribs, chest, abdomen and collar bone .
Illegal
Target Areas: Spine, back of neck, throat, sides of neck,
groin, lower legs, knees and back. Attacks to these areas
may result in penalty points.
Non
Target Areas:
Hips,
shoulders, buttocks, arms and feet are non-target areas.
Points are not to be scored to non-target areas. If it is
deemed that a contestant is deliberately attacking these
areas penalty points may be awarded.
Illegal
Techniques:
Spinning
back fist, head butts, hair pulls, bites, scratching,
elbows, knees, eye attacks of any kind, takedowns on to hard
surface floors of of the arena, slapping, striking the head
or body of a downed opponent, uncontrolled techniques
(throws, sweeps or takedowns) or any technique deemed
unsafe for sports combat.
Legal
Techniques:-
All
controlled techniques with the acceptation of those listed
as illegal, provided the rules and regulations are complied
to.
Light
Continuous
to grab
the uniform or limb to execute a technique is permissible
provided the opponent is not dragged around and the grab is
only for the purpose to use a controlled technique. Maximum
time 2 seconds.
Light
Continuous winner determination:
The
winner can be determined by the contestant who shows the
greatest control of technique to a legal target area,
domination by skill. Electronic Clickers may also be used to
count points the same as in semi contact but the fight is
not stopped to allocate points.
Judging
is from two judges in diagonally opposing corners. Both must
concur or have clickers which relate score.
OPEN
COMBAT - MMA
Dipped
foam gloves can be used but Cobra Gloves are preferred. The
gloves are heavily padded fingerless hand covers. Other
protective equipment required see mandatory requirements.
Punches are allowed to midsection but do not score, sweeps
are also allowed but do not score.
Rules:
No
strikes of any type are allowed to the head or legs.
Tap out
submission, fight is ended & winner is determined.
Points,
2 points for knockdown, 2 points for clear takedown, 1 point
for clear kick to midsection, 1 point for dominating person
on the ground.
If
contest lacks action, or players are biding time penalties
may be awarded and the contest restarted.
Open
Combat
incorporates all types of technique including grabbing,
grappling, chokes, holding and locking are all available
options. In children's categories in open combat chokes and
some locks are excluded.
JUDO RULES:
Introduction to: Judo Eliminator Structure.
The
S Factors are “World
Martial Arts Competitions”, that provide categories to suit
many different Judo Bodies.
The
rules are safe, simplified, easy to implement, which both
Judoka, and Spectators will hopefully understand.
Different Judo Bodies can hold their own Regional
Qualifiers, using their own Judo Refereeing Rules, to gain
entry into the S Factor
Regional Eliminator competitions.
The top
placed Judoka from the S Factor
Regional events, using
S Factor Refereeing rules, will then enter into the
National S Factor Eliminator
competition.
Countries throughout the World will then submit all their
top Champions into the S Factor
World Judo Championships.
All
Winners and Runner-ups will receive free media coverage, and
where possible, sponsorship.
Judo
Weight Groups
The
following weight groups apply to major `S` Factor
Tournaments.
All Weights are in Kilos
Senior
Male
U55, U60, U66, U73, U81, U90, U100, U115, O115K.
(19
years & over)
Senior
Female
U45, U48, U52, U57, U63, U70, U78, U87, O87K.
(19
years & over)
Junior
Male
U25, 27, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 55, 60, 66, 73, 81, O81K.
(Under
19 years)
Junior
Female
U25, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 57, 63, 70, O70K.
(Under
19 years)
Trophies will be given to 1st and 2nd
places only, together with media coverage.
The
organisers reserve the right to move Judoka upwards to the
next weight group if insufficient contestants in any group.
No
weight allowance on booked in weights, if in doubt, book
next weight up.
S Factor
Judo Rules
(Rules
per I.J.F. modified to A.E.J.F. re modified to S Factor
events)
Four Point Rules
The World
`S` Factor Judo rules are provided by the All England Judo
Federation, in conjunction with the BNMAA and will be used
for all `S` Factor Tournaments.
The rules
are a modified version of I.J.F. & A.E.J.F. contest rules,
and contain all current A.E.J.F. contest techniques.
Major
differences:
The score
per throw/hold-down/penalty is additive, for all techniques,
and 4 points will be required to gain maximum win (Ippon).
Additional time in Newaza may be allowed, if the referee
deems it necessary (hold-down times reduced to 20 seconds).
Junior
Contest time will be 2 minutes, and Senior Contest time will
be 3 minutes.
A Junior
will be classed as under 19 years of age throughout the
entire eliminations, including the Finals, therefore, please
check the Final dates if you are 18 yrs of age.
If you
are 19 years of age between eliminations and Final, you may
enter as Senior.
Throwing techniques
Hold-down Techniques Penalties
Koka
score 1 point. 5
seconds+ score 1 point
Shido
score 1 point
Yuko
score 2 points. 10
seconds+ score 2 points
Chui
score 2 points
Waza-ari
score
3 points. 15 seconds+
score 3 points Keikoku
score 3 points
Ippon
score 4 points. 20
seconds score 4 points
Hansoku
score 4 points
Strangles and Armlocks:
These will only be permitted in Categories of 19 years and
over, and a submission by either of these methods will
automatically be a 4 point win, similar to an Ippon throw,
20 second hold, or a penalty of Hansoku.
All the above Throwing, Holding, and Penalties, are
additive.
Examples:
3 x Koka, plus Waza-ari will be 4 points maximum, 2 x Koka,
plus 1 x Yuko will be 4 points, 4 x Koka will be 4 points, 1
x Yuko, plus Waza-ari will be 4 points maximum. 1 Yuko
throw, plus Chui awarded to you = 4 point win, or a Koka
throw, 10 second hold, and a Keikoku awarded to you = 4
point win.
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There
will be a Contest Controller
Referee on the Judo Mat (Tatame).
Two Scoring
Judge Referees will be seated outside the contest
area, to assist the Contest Controller Referee.
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Other Officials:
Tournament Organiser
. Overall responsibility for the `S` Factor
Tournament.
Senior On- Mat Controller.
Responsible for all Contest Controllers & Scorers.
Senior Off-Mat Controller.
Responsible for Booking/Weigh-in Officers, Licence
Checks,
Safety Officers, Refreshments, P.A. Officers.
KUMITE
RULES.
Equipment required:
Closed
finger semi contact gloves.
Boots
with concealed heal.
Head
guard.
Shin
guards.P.U.Only
Groin
guard (ladies optional but preferred)
Gum
shield
Illegal
equipment:
Open
fingered gloves
Shin/instep
Boxing
gloves
Bag
gloves
NO
DISCLAIMERS.
Duration
of rounds:
Each
round will be 1min 30 seconds for eliminators,2 minutes for
finals. Should scores be equal after this period an extra 30
seconds will be added in the further event of a tie the next
clear point scored by both judges will decide.
SCORING
POINTS
1 Point
scored by:
punch to
head
punch to
body
kick to
body
clean
sweep(must be foot to foot)
ridge
hand (controlled)
2 points
scored by kick to head
jump
kick to body(must be a positive clearance)
3 points
scored by controlled jump kick to head
Axe
kicks to land with flat of the foot not the heel
All
points scored must be controlled.
Non
scoring areas:
Back of
head
Back of
torso
Below
belt line
NOTE:
Sweeps
must be foot to foot, no grabbing, no takedowns.
Sweep
combination will be scored appropriately if scored before
the call to stop
Illegal
techniques:
Spinning
back-fist
Hammer
fist
Straight
finger thrusts
Grabbing
Throws
Elbows/
knees
Should a
three way final situation occur the competitors placing will
be decided on wins, in the case where everything is equal
total points scored will decide each competitors placing.
No
direct facial contact for age groups 6/8 years, 9/11 years
or 12/14 year old sections for boys and girls, all head
strikes to hit head guard
only.
When a
section starts no persons are to approach the scoring table,
should you require assistance please make yourself known to
the officials who will then assist you.
Fighters
will receive a maximum of 3 calls to the fighting area after
which they will be deemed not present and the opponent wins
by a walkover.
Where
possible no two fighters of the same club will compete
against each other in the first round.
One
adult (16+) coach per fighter by the matt.
The
coach has the right to call time where he thinks necessary,
any abuse of this rule the fighter will be warned,2nd
warning will receive one point deduction,3rd warning will
lead to disqualification. The coach is not allowed to step
into the fighting area unless invited by the judges.
NO
UNSPORTSMAN LIKE BEHAVIOUR WILL BE TOLERATED, This Includes
VERBAL
ABUSE.
HARRASSMENT.
INTIMIDATION.
This
includes fighters ,coaches, colleagues ,friends, families
uncle Tom Cobbley and all.
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