JJWL

Jiu Jitsu World League

Gi & No-GiTournamentCalifornia (Long Beach, Ontario, San Diego)Monthly events throughout California

A major tournament circuit known for excellent organization, professional livestreaming, and a tech-forward approach. JJWL offers both gi and no-gi divisions with events throughout California and expanding nationally.

Official Website

Match Format

Match Duration

5 min (White/Blue), 6 min (Purple), 7 min (Brown), 8 min (Black)

Point System

Takedown

Sweep

Guard Pass

Mount

Back

KOB

Instant win

Submission

Advantages: Yes

Submission Rules

Heel Hooks

Reaping

Legal Submissions

•All chokes (gi and no-gi)
•Arm bars, kimuras, americanas
•Straight ankle locks (all belts)
•Kneebars, toe holds (Brown/Black only)
•Heel hooks (No-Gi Advanced/Pro only)
•Wrist locks (Brown/Black only)
•Calf slicers (Brown/Black only)

Banned Submissions

•Heel hooks in gi
•Heel hooks in no-gi Beginner/Intermediate
•Knee reaping (lower belts)
•Neck cranks without choke
•Scissor takedowns
•Slamming

Slam Rules

No slamming allowed; will result in DQ

Important Notes

IBJJF-style rules with some modifications
Heel hooks only in No-Gi Advanced/Pro divisions
Knee reaping legal in no-gi advanced divisions
Professional livestreaming of all mats

Divisions

Rooster127.6 lbs

Light Feather141.5 lbs

Feather154.3 lbs

Light167.5 lbs

Middle181.5 lbs

Medium Heavy195.5 lbs

Heavy209.5 lbs

Super Heavy224 lbs

Ultra HeavyNo limit

Notable Features

Professional livestreaming on all mats
Excellent organization and scheduling
Mobile app for brackets and scheduling
Quick match turnaround times
Year-end rankings and championships

Pro Tips

💡Register early for better pricing
💡Download the JJWL app for real-time bracket updates
💡Weigh-ins are day-of, plan accordingly
💡Great for building competition experience

Registration

Online registration through JJWL website; early registration discounts available