Amateur combative sport rules: Newaza Jiu Jitsu
Learn about the official rules that govern amateur contests for Jiu Jitsu in Ontario and the safety precautions that contestants and officials must follow before and during an event.
Version: 1.0
Effective January 16, 2025.
Introduction
This document is the official ruleset for amateur Newaza in Ontario.
All amateur Newaza contests or exhibitions in Ontario must be sanctioned by the Ontario Athletics Commission (OAC) or the Ontario Jiu Jitsu Association. Requirements to obtain a permit are set out in the Combative Sports Act, 2019 and its regulation.
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Updated: February 28, 2025
Published: February 26, 2025