2026 3rd Annual Twin Cities Classic

Saturday, October 3, 2026 Saint Paul, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi Kids

Entry

$25 - $40

Description

October 3, 2026 St Paul, MN

ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, October 1st, 2026 at 11:59PM

Sanction: USA Judo Pending

Location:

North Dale Rec Center

1414 St Albans St N, St Paul, MN 55117

Satellite Weigh ins:

All competitors must weigh in ahead of time via satellite weigh ins. Forms have been sent to coaches to fill out their athletes' weights and return to tournament organizer. Individuals with no coaches available to verify their weight will still send their weights to tournament organizer. Weights must be submitted through this process by Thursday, 10/1/26.

If you/your coach has not received the weigh in form, please access it by using the following link and downloading: Satellite Weigh in Form

Alternatively, you can reach out to the tournament organizer for the form - jadouglass97@gmail.com - 763-447-8041

All athletes will be weighed to confirm their weight on site as a part of the check in process. Discrepancies between satellite and on site weights will be handled case by case with relative leniency.

Check ins:

Saturday, October 3rd

8:00am-9:00am Junior (16 and under) Check ins

11am-11:30am Senior (17 and over) Check ins

ELIGIBILITY:

Athletes MUST have a current USA Judo, USJF, or ATJA membership. USA Judo membership status can be verified online with the membership number provided during registration prior to tournament. USJF or ATJA membership must be shown to staff upon check in.

Athletes need to bring a white judogi, white belt, and a blue belt. Blue judogis can only be worn when competing on the blue side.

BJJ gis will not be allowed in competition.

Tournament Staff:

Director: Jonathan Douglass - jadouglass97@gmail.com - 763-447-8041

Assistant Director and Technology Manager: Zac Peterson

Head Referee: Joshua Cypert

Spectating:

Spectating is free and open to the public

Event Details

Registration

Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 11:59PM (online pre-registration only).

Schedule

Check-ins on Saturday, October 3, 2026 — Junior (16 and under) 8:00am–9:00am; Senior (17 and over) 11:00am–11:30am.

Weigh-In

Satellite weigh-ins required: competitors must submit weights via satellite weigh-in forms (sent to coaches or submitted by individuals without coaches). Weights must be submitted by Thursday, 10/1/2026. All athletes will be weighed to confirm weight on site during check-in; discrepancies handled case-by-case.

Spectator Fee

Spectating is free and open to the public.

Divisions

Junior Boys Novice$40
Orange belt and below and 16 years old and younger
Junior Boys Advanced$40
Green belt and above and 16 years old and younger
Junior Girls Novice$40
Orange belt and below and 16 years old and younger
Junior Girls Advanced$40
Green belt and above and 16 years old and younger
Novice Senior Men$40
Green belt and below and 17 years old +
Novice Masters Men$40
Green belt and below and 30 years old +
Advanced Senior Men$40
Brown and black belt and 17 years old +
Advanced Masters Men$40
Brown and black belt and 30 years old +
Novice Senior Women$40
Green belt and below and 17 years old +
Novice Masters Women$40
Green belt and below and 30 years old +
Advanced Senior Women$40
Brown and black belt and 17 years old +
Advanced Masters Women$40
Brown and black belt and 30 years old +
Junior Boys Exhibition$25
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Junior Boys Exhibition$25
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Junior Girls Exhibition$25
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Junior Girls Exhibition$25
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Senior Men Exhibition$35
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Senior Men Exhibition$35
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Senior Women Exhibition$35
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Senior Women Exhibition$35
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Organizer

Twin Cities Judo

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the 2026 3rd Annual Twin Cities Classic?

The tournament is on October 3, 2026 in St Paul, MN at North Dale Rec Center, 1414 St Albans St N, St Paul, MN 55117.

What is the registration deadline?

Online pre-registration is required. The registration deadline is Thursday, October 1st, 2026 at 11:59PM.

When are check-ins?

Check-ins are on Saturday, October 3rd. Junior competitors age 16 and under check in from 8:00am-9:00am, and senior competitors age 17 and over check in from 11am-11:30am.

How do weigh-ins work?

All competitors must weigh in ahead of time via satellite weigh-ins, and weights must be submitted by Thursday, 10/1/26. All athletes will also be weighed on site during check-in to confirm their weight.

How can I get the satellite weigh-in form or ask about weigh-ins?

Coaches were sent forms to submit athlete weights. If you or your coach has not received the form, contact the tournament organizer at jadouglass97@gmail.com or 763-447-8041.

What membership is required to compete?

Athletes must have a current USA Judo, USJF, or ATJA membership. USA Judo membership can be verified online with the membership number provided during registration, while USJF or ATJA membership must be shown to staff at check-in.

What uniform and belt requirements apply?

Athletes need to bring a white judogi, white belt, and blue belt. Blue judogis can only be worn when competing on the blue side, and BJJ gis are not allowed in competition.

Is there a spectator fee?

No. Spectating is free and open to the public.

Who is the tournament contact?

The tournament director is Jonathan Douglass. He can be contacted at jadouglass97@gmail.com or 763-447-8041.