— Any and all motions that put the neck and spine under pressure are prohibited. 

— Cranking or twisting of the neck and spine are prohibited.

— All actions must be done in a controlled and progressive way to maintain safety at all times and to allow time for tapping.

— No action must be extended past a reasonable range, even if your partner does not tap.

— Restrain your body and motion to prevent any uncontrolled crashing.

— Jumping onto your partner in any way, at any time, is prohibited.

— Falling into your partner to create a takedown or to control positions is prohibited.

— Slamming, spiking and stacking are prohibited.

— Standing chokes are prohibited. 

— Smothers are prohibited.