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IBJJF Rules Announcement

The IBJJF maintains its pursuit of a fair and effective ruleset, as well as its dedication to protecting the athletes. Accordingly, several rule changes have been published and become effective as of January 1, 2027. 

 

View the official rule updates to stay up-to-date on pertinent competition information. 

For the Portuguese version of the official rule updates, click here

 

Official Rule Update Overview

For a complete breakdown of the rule updates, including video examples, visit the above links. An overview of the rule updates will be provided below, however the information is incomplete and provides no explanation to the official changes. Please visit the official rules updates for a complete explanation.

 

Updated Rules List

• Jumping Guard Becomes a Severe Foul
• Straight Foot Lock: Turning to the Inside
• Straight Food Lock: Illegal For Juvenile and White Belts
• Takedown When The Opponent Pulls Closed Guard and Stays Suspended
• Double Guard Pull Rule Changes
• Lapel or Belt Grip with Leg Wrapped
• Disciplinary Disqualification
• New Referee Gesture: Calm Down
• Match Interrupted With A Submission Hold in Place
• Progression Concept Applied to Guard Passing
• No-Gi Attire: White Belt, Shirt Colors by Rank and Shorts Length
• New Master 8 Division 
• No-Gi Attire: Compression Pants Under The Shorts

 

Read a complete explanation of the updated rules at the links provided. For further rules information and assets visit IBJJF Books & Videos.