Rules and Regulations
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Eligibility
1. Black or Brown belts only. Must hold 3 KYU level or above.
2. All competitors in Judo shall have an identification card, certificate or diploma authorized by a credentialed school or instructor with them at the meet.
3. All competitors will be medically examined before weigh-in.
Weigh-Ins
Competitors must enter in their estimated competition weight class, however they will fight at their weight at weigh-in or the next heaviest class available. Weigh-ins will be held on Saturday, August 27. ALL competitors MUST be present at the weigh-in.
Men
Open, Senior, Master and Grand Master
(Age categories only, see WPFG General Rules under "Age Rules". There is a link to the WPFG General Rules on the top left side of this page.)
Extra Lightweight: 60 kg & under
Half Lightweight: 66 kg
Lightweight: 73 kg
Half Middleweight: 81 kg
Middleweight: 90 kg
Half Heavyweight: 100 kg
Heavyweight: Over 100 kg
Women
Open
(Age categories only, see WPFG General Rules under "Age Rules". There is a link to the WPFG General Rules on the top left side of this page.)
Extra Lightweight: 52 kg
Lightweight: 63 kg
Middleweight: 78 kg
Heavyweight: Over 78 kg
Dates of Competition
Saturday, August 27 (Weigh-ins Only)
Sunday, August 28
Venue
Jacob Javits Convention Center, New York, NY
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum belt requirement?
Yes, Black and Brown belts only. Must hold 3 KYU level or above.
Does it go by age or weight?
There are both age and weight categories. Go to "Rules and Regulations" at the top of the page for more information.
Do I need an ID card, certificate or diploma from a credentialed school or instructor?
Yes, all competitors shall have an identification card, certificate or diploma authorized by a credentialed school or instructor with them at the meet.