Description
Join us for an exciting weekend of competition and learning, featuring our premier Sport Jujitsu Tournament alongside events in Jujitsu Kata, Self-Defense, and Weapons. In addition to the action on the mats, don’t miss three days of clinics—Friday through Sunday—with highly respected martial artists from around the world, sharing their knowledge and passion for the arts. Whether you're competing or just soaking it all in, this is a martial arts experience you won't want to miss!
Brief Tournament Descriptions:
Sport Juijtsu:
Sport Jujitsu is fast-paced competition that tests a fighter’s complete skill set across three distinct phases: striking, throwing, and grappling. Competitors must demonstrate all phases during the match — striking (kicks, punches, open-hand strikes; no elbows or knees), throwing and takedowns, and grappling for control or submissions.
All competitors are required to wear protective equipment. Please refer to the official rules to determine the required gear for each age group and division.
Success in Sport Jujitsu comes from blending speed, technique, and strategy across all ranges of combat!
Team Self Defense:
In this fun and dynamic competition, each two-person team will pick 6 techniques each. Teams may perform techniques in any order — one partner can do all six in a row, or teammates may alternate back and forth.
Competitors are encouraged to get creative:
- Use weapons, dramatic acting, or scripted scenarios if desired.
- Focus on realistic, effective self-defense techniques.
- Showcase your skills, teamwork, and imagination!
Judging Criteria (scored 1–10 per category):
| Criterion | Description |
| Realism & Effectiveness | Practical, effective, well-timed moves |
| Team Coordination | Fluid teamwork and smooth timing |
| Variety of Techniques | Diverse self-defense responses |
| Control & Safety | Realistic but safely executed techniques |
| Confidence & Presence | Strong, assertive performance |
| Creativity | Unique, innovative presentation |
This is a fun event, but effective technique and creativity both count toward your score!
Team Jujitsu Kata:
This is a two-person team competition focused Jujitsu Kata. Each team will select one kata board from their style. Both competitors must perform 6 techniques from the same kata board — they do not need to perform the same 6 techniques.
Format:
- Each competitor performs their 6 chosen techniques in sequence.
- Partner 1 performs their set first, followed by Partner 2.
- The same kata must be used by both, but techniques can vary.
- Judges will read the techniques aloud for clarity before performance begins.
Judging CriteriaEach team will be scored from 1 to 10 in the following categories:
| Criterion | Description (Abbreviated) |
| Realism & Effectiveness | Practical, effective, well-timed |
| Team Coordination | Fluid teamwork and timing |
| Variety of Techniques | Diverse self-defense responses |
| Control & Safety | Realistic but safely executed |
| Confidence & Presence | Strong presence and assertiveness |
| Creativity | Unique, innovative presentation |
The final score will be an average of the judge’s scores across all criteria.
Important: This is a team event. Both competitors must register and join the same team during the registration process. Instructions will be provided during signup.
Weapons:
This is a two-person team competition focused Jujitsu Kata. Each team will select one kata board from their style. Both competitors must perform 6 techniques from the same kata board — they do not need to perform the same 6 techniques.
Format:
- Each competitor performs their 6 chosen techniques in sequence.
- Partner 1 performs their set first, followed by Partner 2.
- The same kata must be used by both, but techniques can vary.
- Judges will read the techniques aloud for clarity before performance begins.
Judging CriteriaEach team will be scored from 1 to 10 in the following categories:
| Criterion | Description (Abbreviated) |
| Realism & Effectiveness | Practical, effective, well-timed |
| Team Coordination | Fluid teamwork and timing |
| Variety of Techniques | Diverse self-defense responses |
| Control & Safety | Realistic but safely executed |
| Confidence & Presence | Strong presence and assertiveness |
| Creativity | Unique, innovative presentation |
The final score will be an average of the judge’s scores across all criteria.
Important: This is a team event. Both competitors must register and join the same team during the registration process. Instructions will be provided during signup.
