Shuai Jiao (Chinese Style Wrestling)
A brief Historical background:
Shuai Jiao, commonly referred to as “Chinese Wrestling” is considered the oldest of all Chinese martial arts. Its origins date back more than 4000 years.
The original translation for Shuai Jiao was “Throwing Horns”. This term has ancient roots, and is believed to have originated by watching two opponents grapple close in – the fighters resembled two wild animals locking horns. Today, a new character has been adopted for Shuai which represents “Leg Tripping or Leg Wrestling” and perhaps is more descriptive of the art.
Shuai Jiao relies on highly developed sensitivity, the redirecting of an incoming force, and unbalancing tactics to apply fast and efficient throwing techniques.
Sanda fighters employee a wide array of Shuai Jiao throwing, sweeping and takedowns; these skill are so important to Sanda that they both characterize and distinguish it from other fighting styles.
Requirements
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Kung Fu Pants (Kuzi)
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Shuai Jiao Jacket (Yi)
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Shuai Jiao Belt (Dai)
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Jewelry, rings, or necklaces are not permitted
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Fingernails must be kept short to avoid injury to other contestants
- Clean uniforms
The Match Format
- The match will consist of two 2-Minute rounds with a 30-second rest period between rounds
- The contestants will engage in a continuous exchange of throwing, takedowns or sweeping techniques
- A 1-minute round will be added if contestants are tied after first two rounds
- If still tied after the first round, the match will be awarded to the most active competitor
- The competition area will consist of 20' x 20' matted ring
- The match will be stopped for uniform and equipment failure or to seek medical advice
Match Objective
The objective of the match is for competitors to display good techniques, such as:
- Standing Grappling
- Throwing Techniques
- Sweeping Techniques
- Shoot Techniques
- And Other Takedowns
Match Progression
- Competitors will meet at center on the ring and engage each other at the Chief Judge's signal to start
- The Chief Judge controls the match through verbal signals
- Side judges will look for and score good throwing, takedowns or sweeping techniques
Weight Categories
Men’s Categories
- <60 KG (<132 LBS)
- 61 KG to 65 KG (133 LBS to 143 LBS)
- 66 KG to 70 KG (144 LBS to 154 LBS)
- 71 KG to 76 KG (155 LBS to 168 LBS)
- 77 KG to 83 KG (169 LBS to 183 LBS)
- 84 KG to 90 KG ( 184 LBS to 198 LBS)
- 91 KG to 98 KG (199 LBS to 216 LBS)
- > 98 KG (> 216 LBS)
Women’s Categories
- <56 KG (<124 LBS)
- 57 KG to 65 KG (125 LBS to 143 LBS)
- >66 KG (>143 LBS)
Teen’s Boys Categories (Ages 15-17 Only)
- <60 KG (<132 LBS)
- 61 KG to 65 KG (133 LBS to 143 LBS)
- 66 KG to 70 KG (144 LBS to 154 LBS)
- 71 KG to 76 KG (155 LBS to 168 LBS)
- 77 KG to 83 KG (169 LBS to 183 LBS)
Note: For safety reasons Teens weighing over 83 KG (183 LBS) may not compete in the Teens division
Teen’s Girls Categories (Ages 15-17 Only)
Scoring Points
1 Point is scored when:
- Throwing the opponent, causing them to land on their back, and you land on top of the opponent.
- Causing the opponent to touch the mat with the hand, elbow or knee while remaining standing.
- Forcing opponent out of the ring
2 Points are scored when:
- The opponent is thrown and lands on the side or back
- Causing the opponent to touch both hands or both knees simultaneously on the mat.
- Remain standing while sweeping the opponent so they fall on the mat.
3 Points are scored when:
- Remain standing while the opponent is thrown 360 degrees and lands on their back.
No Points are scored when:
- Both competitors step out of the ring
- Both competitors simultaneously fall
Warnings
- Striking the opponent with any part of the body
- Attacking and attempting to dislocate the joint
- Biting or spitting
- Pulling the opponent's pants
- Smothering opponent's face with hand or forearm
- Pulling opponent down once thrown
- Failure to engage opponent
- Failure to obey Chief Judge's commands
Disqualification
- Accumulation of any three warnings will result in disqualification
- Excessive use of force towards the head and face area
- Unsportsmanlike conduct by competitor or coach
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