🏆 Competition

What is Advantages in BJJ?

Quick Definition

Secondary scoring in BJJ competition, awarded for near-submissions or near-point situations.

Full Explanation

Advantages are a secondary scoring metric in IBJJF competition. They're awarded when you almost score points (like nearly completing a sweep) or almost finish a submission (opponent defends but is in danger). If the match is tied on points, advantages determine the winner. They're meant to reward the more aggressive or offensive competitor. Other rulesets like ADCC don't use advantages.

Examples in Context

"The match was 0-0 but he won on advantages"

"I got an advantage for a deep armbar attempt"

Related Terms

Points

The scoring system in BJJ competition, awarded for achieving dominant positions and techniques.

Submission

A technique that forces your opponent to tap out due to a choke or joint lock.

IBJJF

International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation, the largest governing body for BJJ competitions.

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