What to Expect at Your First IBJJF Tournament – Tips for First Time Competitors
IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation) YouTube
The IBJJF's own video on what to expect at your first tournament.
Concepts
Competition Rules and Scoring
How IBJJF, ADCC and submission-only rule sets score positions, and what is legal at each belt.
Also called ibjjf rules, adcc rules, bjj points, how scoring works, sub only rules, competition rules.
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YouTube videos
Gi & no-gi Beginner
Gi & no-gi Intermediate
IBJJF mistakes to avoid in 2026: rules and procedures that cost people matches.
IBJJF rules pulling guard without establishing grips #bjj #shorts #rules white belt beginner guide
David Jones (Griz) YouTube
What IBJJF rules say about pulling guard without grips and how it can cost you points or a penalty. Worth knowing before your first tournament.