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IBJJF Worlds

IBJJF World Jiu-Jitsu Championship

GiTournamentAnaheim or Long Beach, CaliforniaAnnual (typically late May/early June)

The most prestigious gi BJJ tournament in the world. Held annually in California, it crowns world champions across all belt levels and age groups. The gold standard for competitive BJJ.

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Match Format

Match Duration
White: 5 min | Blue: 6 min | Purple: 7 min | Brown: 8 min | Black: 10 min

Point System

2
Takedown
2
Sweep
3
Guard Pass
4
Mount
4
Back
2
KOB
Instant win
Submission
Advantages: Yes

Submission Rules

Heel Hooks
Reaping
Legal Submissions
  • •All chokes (gi and no-gi grips)
  • •Armlocks (straight, bent)
  • •Shoulder locks (kimura, americana)
  • •Wrist locks (brown/black belt only)
  • •Straight ankle lock (all belts)
  • •Kneebar (brown/black only)
  • •Toe hold (brown/black only)
  • •Calf slicer (brown/black only)
Banned Submissions
  • •Heel hooks (all divisions)
  • •Reaping the knee (all divisions)
  • •Scissor/flying scissor takedown
  • •Slam from guard
  • •Spine locks without choke
  • •Wrist locks (white-purple)
  • •Kneebar (white-purple)
  • •Toe hold (white-purple)
  • •Bicep/calf slicer (white-purple)
Slam Rules
No slamming opponent from guard to escape

Important Notes

  • Must wear approved IBJJF gi (white, blue, or black)
  • Gi must pass size inspection
  • 3-point rule: position must be held 3 seconds for points
  • Advantages can determine winner if points tied

Divisions

Rooster127.5 lbs
Light Feather141.5 lbs
Feather154 lbs
Light167.5 lbs
Middle181 lbs
Medium Heavy194.5 lbs
Heavy207.5 lbs
Super Heavy222.5 lbs
Ultra Heavy222.5+ lbs
Open ClassNo limit

Notable Features

  • Most competitive gi tournament in the world
  • Strict gi regulations and inspection
  • All belt levels compete for world titles
  • Open class allows multi-division champions

Pro Tips

  • 💡Register early - divisions fill up fast
  • 💡Bring multiple gis in case one fails inspection
  • 💡Weigh in with your gi on (adds ~2-3 lbs)
  • 💡Study IBJJF-specific rules carefully
  • 💡Know your advantages game - ties are common

Registration

Open registration; must be IBJJF member with valid rank certification

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