Section 8: Safety Considerations
Same injury profile as BJJ generally: joint injuries (shoulder, elbow, knee), occasional concussion. AJP belt-graded submission restrictions enforced; high-risk submissions (heel hooks, knee reaps, twisters) only legal at higher belt levels in specific no-gi categories. Slamming prohibited. Referee stops for safety. On-site EMT + medical doctor at Grand Slam and World Pro level; AED on-site. Skin-infection screening before mat use. Concussion protocol per AJP medical guidelines. Pre-match medical check.