This competition follows the International Technical Ruleset. All competitors are encouraged to review the rules and equipment guidelines on the Tournament of Defense page (also available here on the website).

Schedule

• 🛡️ Weapons Check: 8:00 AM

• 📋 Rules Discussion: 8:30 AM

• ⚔️ Tournament Begins: 9:00 AM

Important Notes

• 🎟️ All competitors must purchase a Competitor Pass

• 🔢 Registration is capped at 60 competitors

  • Once capacity is reached, we’ll evaluate whether additional spots can be opened

• 👩‍⚖️ Judges Incentive

  • Level 1 certified judges receive a $50 refund on their event admission fee

  • Plus a stipend after judging a minimum of 30 rounds

  • Interested in becoming a judge? Check out the Judge Training Seminar