Description
We welcome and invite all Jiu-Jitsu academies to participate in the 2025 APEX COMBAT SERIES.
APEX COMBAT is a BRAND NEW Tournament in the heart of WOODBRIDGE with easy accessibility for people coming from the GTA and also travelling.
Our partners have tons of experience running events and we hope to have full support of the OJA members. Our promise is to run a smooth jiu jitsu tournament and to offer a platform for jiu jitsu athletes to showcase their talent and continue to improve.
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PRIZES
All Adult Absolute Champions – Male & Female, Gi & No-Gi – Win a $500 Air Canada Gift Card!
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THIS EVENT IS A PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY!
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Event is sanctioned by Ontario Jiu Jitsu Association. All athletes are required to have a valid membership.
Note: If you have any issues or questions regargind OJA membership please email us at events@ontariojiujitsuassociation.com
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Tournament Dates
NOVEMBER 22th 2025 (SATURDAY) - ALL Ages
RULES: https://www.ontariojiujitsuassociation.com/bjj-tournament-rules/
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BELT & AGE DIVISIONS
Age divisions are based on Year of Birth
Year of Birth Age Division Belts
2021/2020 Kids 1 (4-5 yrs old) White, Grey
2019/2018 Kids 2 (6-7 yrs old) White, Grey, Yellow
2017/2016 Kids 3 (8-9 yrs old) White, Grey, Yellow
2015/2014 Youth 1 (10-11 yrs old) White, Grey, Yellow & Up
2013/2012 Youth 2 (12-13 yrs old) White, Grey, Yellow & Up
2011/2010 Teen (14-15 yrs old) White, Grey, Yellow & Up
2009/2008 Juvenile (16-17 yrs old) White, Blue
2007 and before Adult (18+) White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black
1995 and before Master 1 (30+ yrs old) White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black
1985 and before Master 2 (40+ yrs old) White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black
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REGISTRATION FEES
Early Bird Price (until September 21st): $75+tax
Regular Price (until November 4th): $85+tax
Late Price (until November 18th): $95+tax
$30+tax Extra to compete in both Gi and NoGi (during Early and Regular Price)
$35+tax Extra to compete in both Gi and NoGi (during Late Price)
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SPECTATOR ENTRANCE FEE
$10 cash only
Children ages 8 and younger = No Admission Fee
Senior ages 65 and older = No Admission Fee
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IMPORTANT DATES
Registration Deadline: Tuesday November 18 2025
Last day for Cancellations / Full Refunds: Tuesday November 18 2025
Registration Checkday (Athlete correction) deadline Wednesday November 19 2025
Schedule Release Date Thursday November 20 2025
Brackets Release Date Thursday November 03 2025
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CHANGES / CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS
Please follow these instructions: https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/89-how-to-change-weightclass-or-cancel
Last day for Cancellations / Full Refunds: Tuesday November 18 2025 (no exceptions)
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WEIGH-INS
For GI DIVISIONS: Weigh-in with GI ON (belt included). No RASHGUARD (exception for Kids and Women)
For NOGI DIVISONS: Weigh-in with NoGi attire.
1 lb allowance
All weigh-ins will take place right before each competitor’s first match or right after your division is called.
IMPORTANT! Each competitor only gets ONE CHANCE to make weight for their division, so please double check your registration before you hit the submit button to be sure you signed up for the correct division. Also, you will have an opportunity to check your registration information on your Smoothcomp profile or competitor list.
You have until Registration Checkday (Athlete correction) deadline Wednesday November 19 2025 to make any changes to your registration.
If you don’t make weight, YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED! NO EXCEPTIONS!
COMPETITORS 4 to 15 years old: NO DISQUALIFICATION. Your division will be adjusted after you weigh-ins if necessary.
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FOR SMOOTHCOMP SUPOORT
Please check here: https://support.smoothcomp.com/collection/16-for-fighters
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MORE INFORMATION
- You must check your registration information on the competitor list before the registration check day. Make sure that all the information is correct. If there are any issues contact us immediately.
- Make sure to have a clean attire in proper condition according to OJA rules.
- The athletes must keep the kimono and belt tied to the waist at all times while in the waiting or competition area.
- Athletes MUST WEAR SHOES all the time.
- The referee makes the final decision and will not tolerate any complaints or make changes to the decision
- The athletes are not allowed to jump over the fences/barricades in the competition area.
- Make sure to get to the event at least 45 minutes prior to your bracket schedule. You should be warmed up by the time your bracket is called.
- Make sure to listen to the division calls on the PA System.
- In the bull pen area, pay attention to the ring coordinator calls. The ring coordinator will be wearing a vest with the ring number for your division.
- After the ring coordinator call, go to the weight in area, to check weight and have your gi inspected (in gi tournaments).
- Do NOT remain in the competition area after the end of your fight. Return to the warm up area, and remain there until the ring coordinator calls you for the next round if you won your previous match.
- Be respectful to the staff, officials other athletes and coaches. In turn they will show you the same courtesy.
- Be respectful to the referees, showing consideration and appreciation for the performance of his or her duties.
- Any disputes regarding matches are to be settled by the Referee. All decision by the Referee will be final.
- Direct all questions to tournament staff at the administration table. We will do our best to answer your questions as quickly as possible. Please be patient with questions as there are a lot of competitors at the event. As such we remain busy throughout the day.
- Please maintain your belongings. We cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items
