Matrix Grappling Las Vegas

Matrix Grappling Series is a No-Gi grappling competition system built to deliver clear outcomes, active engagement, and decisive matches.

Matrix eliminates common problems found in modern competition by removing advantages, discouraging stalling, and introducing a structured overtime system to ensure every match has a winner.

All Matrix events operate under the Matrix Ruleset 

🧩 WHAT MAKES MATRIX DIFFERENT

• No advantages • No draws • No stalling • Structured overtime (KAOS Round) • Clear scoring • Every match produces a winner

Matrix is designed to be fair, exciting, and easy to understand for athletes, coaches, and parents.

🥊 FORMAT

• Single elimination 

• Points and submissions

• KAOS Round when score is 0-0

👥 DIVISIONS

• Kids

• Juveniles

• Adults

• Masters

Divisions are structured to prioritise safety, fairness, and action.

⏱ MATCH DURATION

• Kids 6–8 years: 2 minutes

• Kids 9–11 years: 2.5 minutes

• Kids 12–15 years: 3 minutes

• Juvenile: 4 minutes

• Adults & Masters: 5 minutes

🧮 SCORING SYSTEM

Points are awarded for positional control and progression.

• Takedown (3 seconds of control): 2 points

• Sweep: 2 points

• Guard pass: 3 points

• Knee on belly: 2 points

• Mount: 4 points

• Back control (hooks or body triangle): 4 points

Important:

• No advantage points

• Referees encourage active engagement

• Stalling penalties may be applied

⚡ KAOS ROUND (OVERTIME)

If a match ends 0–0, it proceeds to the KAOS Round.

KAOS Rules:

• Duration: 1 minute

• Athletes choose to start standing or sitting

• Standing athlete must pass guard to win

• Sitting athlete must sweep to win

• If both start standing: first takedown wins

• If both start sitting: stand and pass wins

• If no decisive action occurs: referee decision to the more attacking athlete

No submissions are permitted in the KAOS Round.

🏁 WIN CONDITIONS

A match may be won by:

• Submission

• Points victory

• KAOS Round victory

• Referee decision (KAOS Round only)

** IF REGULATION TIME ENDS IN A DRAW (NOT 0-0), THE COMPETITOR THAT SCORED THE LAST POINTS WINS**

🛡 KIDS SAFETY RULES

For all kids divisions:

• No Leg/foot  Locks

• No Wrist Locks

• No toe holds

• No slams or spikes

• Referees may stop matches at any time for safety

Matrix places athlete welfare first, especially for youth competitors.

⚠ ILLEGAL TECHNIQUES

The following are prohibited in all divisions:

• Slams or spikes

• Neck cranks

• Jumping Guard ( Kids, White and Blue Belt)

• Knee Reaps

Penalties may include warnings, points, or disqualification.

👕 UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

• Rashguard (short or long sleeve)- No offensive content

• No-Gi shorts (no pockets, zips, or metal)

• Spats permitted (shorts must be worn over spats unless division specifies otherwise)

⚖ REFEREE AUTHORITY

• Referee decisions are final

• Tournament Director retains final authority on all rule interpretations

• Brackets may be modified for fairness or safety

📎 IMPORTANT NOTES

• Athletes must be present at mat-side when called

• Failure to appear may result in disqualification

• Sportsmanship is expected at all times

🟨 MATRIX STATEMENT

Matrix Grappling Series is built to elevate No-Gi competition worldwide by providing a clear, fair, and decisive ruleset for athletes, coaches, and parents.

No draws. No advantages. Every match has a winner.

Welcome to the Matrix.

💥SUPER BRACKETS💥

ALL Super Bracket Winners receive a Championship Belt and Cash Prize💵💵💵

**MIN 6 PEOPLE REQUIRED FOR CASH PRIZE.**

(If less than 6 , the Winner will win the Belt Only)

Kids - $150

Adult Beginner - $200

Adult Advanced- $300

WEIGHT AND WEIGHIN

* Kids Divisions are in 3 KG intervals

* Adult and Masters are in 5kg

Competitors can Weigh the Day before or on the day.

Weigh can be completed any time before your match- (please allow the kids in the morning to weigh in first)

DIVISIONS

MGS will endeavour to keep competitors in the division that they entered. We will automatically place fighters up into the next weight category or age division if needed.

We Do Not mix Belts ( Except for the Super Bracket), We do not mix genders

The Safety of all competitors is our #1 priority, and we would not put a child in a position where they could get hurt. We want the kids to enjoy the experience- win , lose or draw.

RULES FOR COMPETITORS

1) Mouthguards for highly recommended- not compulsory

2) Must have finger and toenails cut ( will be checked at weigh in)

3) Must show Good Sportsmanship- Win, Lose or Draw ( Shake opponents hand and other coaches hand)

4) HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!

SPECTATOR FEES (Cash Paid at the door)

Adults - $ 15

Kids -    $ 10

Kids under 5 FREE