Stand-Up Grappling Rules (Fast Wrestling)

The following are Chinese Shuai Jiao rules (Chinese Fast Wrestling) which have been adopted so that competitors from all grappling styles may participate in a match.

Sanda and other fighters can develop their throwing and takedown skills.

Note: No ground work is allowed in this division!

Requirements

• Shuai Jiao Uniform, Jiu-Jitsu/Judo Gi, or Sambo style uniform are acceptable for competition.
• Short fingernails
• Mouth Guard
• Clean uniforms

The Match Format

1. The match will consist of two (2) 2-Minute rounds with a 30-second rest period between rounds
2. The contestants will engage in a continuous exchange of throwing, takedowns or sweeping techniques
3. A 1-minute round will be added if contestants are tied after first two rounds
4. If still tied after the first round, the match will be awarded to the most active competitor
5. The competition area will consist of 20' x 20' matted ring
6. 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)

• <56 KG (<124 LBS) 
• >56 KG to 65 KG (>124 LBS) 

Scoring Points

1 Point is scored when:

1. Throwing the opponent, causing them to land on their back, and you land on top of the opponent.
2. Causing the opponent to touch the mat with the hand, elbow or knee while remaining standing.
3. Forcing opponent out of the ring

2 Points are scored when:

1. The opponent is thrown and lands on the side or back
2. Causing the opponent to touch both hands or both knees simultaneously on the mat.
3. Remain standing while sweeping the opponent so they fall on the mat.

3 Points are scored when:

1. 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

1. Striking the opponent with any part of the body
2. Attacking and attempting to dislocate the joint
3. Biting or spitting
4. Pulling the opponent's pants
5. Smothering opponent's face with hand or forearm
6. Pulling opponent down once thrown
7. Failure to engage opponent
8. 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