Winning by ippon

Achieving an ippon (one point) wins a judo match immediately. Here are some ways to do it:

JUDO

2 Hold armlock or

stranglehold until opponent quits

3 Pin

1 Throw opponent
on back with considerable force, speed

opponent for 25 seconds

4 Score two waza ari (see below)

Winning without ippon

Most points wins Contestants get points for technique Rather than resisting an opponents force, judoka should use it against his attacker Together, judges can overrule referee

Waza ari Almost an ippon; one-half point Yuko Almost a waza ari; only considered in a tie

Hitting the mat

Area is made of mats called tatami Referee

Judge

Contestant can get yuko, waza ari when opponent is penalized Safety zone

Judge

Contest zone 26 x 26 ft. (8 x 8 m)

2012 MCT Source: International Judo Federation, USA Judo