SJJIF UNIFORM REGULATIONS
The SJJIF utilizes uniform requirements to help make competition fair and safe for all athletes.
The SJJIF regulations on uniforms can be found in the SJJIF Rulebook: Rules & Regulation Article 35.1–35.13
General Uniform Rules
5 minutes are allowed to change uniforms if they do not meet standards. Failure results in disqualification.
Undergarments are mandatory under shorts or pants. Torn pants must be replaced within 5 minutes or face disqualification.
Ripped uniforms must be replaced within 5 minutes. Clearance by uniform inspector is required before returning to mat.
Athletes must compete in the uniform worn during weigh-in. Changing after weigh-in is not permitted.
Wrestling shoes, socks, cups, and headgear are not allowed. No equipment that alters match outcome is permitted.
No offensive symbols, text, or slogans. Shoes/slippers must be worn off the mat area.
Standard Guidelines
Male competitors: Rash guards under Gi are allowed.
Female competitors: Must wear rash guards, sports bras, or Lycra tops under the Gi. No cotton, t-shirts, or tank tops.
Head Covering for Female Athletes
Elastic fabric only, no hard materials or strings.
Plain black, no logos or inscriptions.
May cover neck, ears, and hair, but face must be visible.
GI Uniform Requirements
Must be cotton or similar, good condition, not excessively thick.
Colors allowed: Black, white, or royal blue only. No mixed colors.
Jacket and pants must be uniform color, within Pantone specs.
Jacket must reach pelvis; sleeves max 5cm from wrist when extended forward.
Sleeves must allow 7cm slack; pants must allow 5cm slack when standing.
Lapels: 4–5cm wide, <1.3cm thick.
Belt: 4–5cm wide, correct color, with degree bar, double knot.
Pants must be securely tied above buttocks and remain in place.
Pants length: no more than 8cm from ankle.
No torn uniforms allowed. Patches only in allowed areas, securely attached.
No GI Uniform Requirements
Rash guard must be tight-fitted, round collar only (no V-necks or sleeveless).
Juvenile/Adult/Master: Rash guard must be black/white with 10% belt rank color, or fully belt rank color.
Shorts must have no zippers/pockets. Must be secure and at least mid-thigh.
Can wear tight vale-tudo shorts or loose board shorts. Lycra pants can extend past knee but not to ankle.
Shorts/pants must be tied securely at waist and not fall when pulled.
No torn rash guards or shorts. Patches must be securely attached.
Hygiene Requirements
Uniform must be clean, dry, and odor-free.
Nails must be trimmed and clean.
Long hair must be tied securely.
No makeup, hair dye, or residue substances.
No participation allowed with transmittable diseases or open wounds.
Bandaged conditions may compete if cleared by medic.