2026 AGF Kansas City Open - BJJ Tournament in Missouri 2026

2026 AGF Kansas City Open

Kansas City, MO, United States

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

To better enjoy your tournament experience, please review the Rules, Dates, and Times listed below.

Competitors may weigh in without the Gi.

This event is double elimination for all normal divisions, and single elimination for all Challenger divisions.

IMPORTANT RULES

General Rules and Competition Guidelines View Rules

Allowed Techniques Rule Card  Download (PDF)

IMPORTANT DATES

Monday, November 16 - Early Registration Ends

Monday, November 23 - Normal Registration Ends

Monday, November 30 - Late Registration Ends

Monday, November 30 - Competitor Correction Deadline at 11:59 PM

Tuesday, December 1 - Bracket Changes Completed by 5:00 PM

Wednesday, December 2 - Bracket Correction Deadline by 12:00 PM

Thursday, December 3 - Brackets and Schedule Released by 12:00 PM

IMPORTANT TIMES

7:30 AM - Doors Open for competitors, coaches, and spectators

7:30 AM - Weigh Ins begin

Adults may weigh in as early as 7:30 AM, however Kids in line receive priority.

8:15 AM - Brief coaches and competitor meeting to explain any new rule changes for the season.

Divisions

  • Gi Kids$95
  • Gi Kids Challenger$95
    Challenger divisions are not normal divisions.  Learn more about this division.
  • Gi Juveniles - Adults$95
  • Gi Juveniles - Adults Challenger$95
  • No Gi Kids$95
  • No Gi Kids Challenger$95
    Challenger divisions are not normal divisions. Learn more about this division.
  • No Gi Juveniles - Adults$95
  • No Gi Juveniles - Adults Challenger$95
  • Pro Grappling$95
    This is mixed rank/age division, split by Gender and two weight classes. You must be 16+ years old to enter. This division is No Gi only. Winners of this division earn an invitation to an end of the year event for a cash prize.

Organizer

American Grappling Federation

Frequently Asked Questions

When do doors open for the 2026 AGF Kansas City Open?
Doors open at 7:30 AM for competitors, coaches, and spectators.
When do weigh-ins begin?
Weigh-ins begin at 7:30 AM. Adults may weigh in as early as 7:30 AM, but kids in line receive priority.
Can competitors weigh in without the Gi?
Yes. Competitors may weigh in without the Gi.
What is the competition format?
All normal divisions are double elimination. All Challenger divisions are single elimination.
What are the registration deadlines?
Early Registration ends Monday, November 16. Normal Registration ends Monday, November 23, and Late Registration ends Monday, November 30.
What is the competitor correction deadline?
The Competitor Correction Deadline is Monday, November 30 at 11:59 PM.
When are bracket changes and corrections handled?
Bracket Changes will be completed by Tuesday, December 1 at 5:00 PM. The Bracket Correction Deadline is Wednesday, December 2 by 12:00 PM.
When will brackets and the schedule be released?
Brackets and the schedule will be released Thursday, December 3 by 12:00 PM.
Is there a coaches and competitor meeting?
Yes. There is a brief coaches and competitor meeting at 8:15 AM to explain any new rule changes for the season.
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