2027 Ascension Jiu-Jitsu Championship

We will be celebrating its 16th annual event this year!

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THIS EVENT IS A PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY! 

This event will be GI and NOGI.

Divisions will be for all ages (starting at 4 yrs old), belts and weight classes

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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

MARCH 27th 2027

RULES: https://www.ontariojiujitsuassociation.com/bjj-tournament-rules/

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💰REGISTRATION FEES

Early Bird Price (until Jan 3rdt): $90+tax

Regular Price (until Feb 28th): $105+tax

Late Price (until March 23): $115+tax

30% off for the second division, when registering for Gi and NoGi

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📢IMPORTANT DATES

Registration Deadline: Tuesday March 23 2027

Last day for Cancellations / Full Refunds: Tuesday March 23 2027

Registration Checkday (Athlete correction) deadline Wednesday March 24 2027

Schedule Release Date Thursday March 25 2027

Brackets Release Date Thursday March 25 2027

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🥋BELT & AGE DIVISIONS (Note: Age divisions are based on Year of Birth)

Year of Birth               Age Division                         Belts

2023/202                   U6                                 White, Grey

2021/2020                   U8                                 White, Grey, Yellow

2019/2018                    U10                                White, Grey, Yellow

2017/2016                    U12                                White, Grey, Yellow & Up

2015/2014                    U14                                White, Grey, Yellow & Up

2013/2012                     U16                                White, Grey, Yellow & Up

2011/2010                Juvenile (16-17 yrs old)         White, Blue

2009 and before        Adult  (18+ yrs old)               White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black

1997 and before        Master 1  (30+ yrs old)          White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black

1987 and before        Master 2   (40+ yrs old)        White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black

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SPECTATOR ENTRANCE FEE

$15 CASH ONLY

Children ages 8 and younger = No Admission Fee

Senior ages 65 and older = No Admission Fee

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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 March 23 2027 (no exceptions)

REFUND POLICY: A full refund to your original payment method is available until the deadline - MARCH 23 2027. After this date,  refunds are issued only if a competitor has no scheduled matches / competitors. Unforeseen circumstances such as withdrawals, no-shows, empty divisions, or schedule changes may occur and do not warrant exceptions to this policy. Travel to the event is at your own discretion, and the organizer is not responsible for any related expenses. By registering, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accept this policy.    

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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 Divisions: Weigh-in with rashguard and shorts and/or leggings (for females)

1 lb allowance

All weigh-ins for the tournament 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 March 18 2026 to make any changes to your registration. 

If you don’t make weight, YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED! NO EXCEPTIONS!

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• You must check your registration information on the competitor list before the registration check day (Wednesday, March 24). Please make sure that all the information is correct. If there are any issues, contact us immediately.
• Make sure to have a clean gi in proper condition according to OJA rules.
• The athletes must keep the kimono and belt tied to their waist at all times while in the waiting or competition area.
• Athletes MUST WEAR SHOES all the time. 
• The athletes are not allowed to jump over the barricades in the competition area.
• Make sure to arrive at the event at least 45 minutes prior to your scheduled bracket. 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 calls from the ring coordinator. The ring coordinator will be wearing a vest with the ring number for your division.
• After the ring coordinator call, go to the weigh-in area to check weight and have your gi inspected (for all gi divisions).
• Do NOT remain in the competition area after the end of your match. 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.
• Please be respectful to the staff, officials, other athletes, and coaches. In turn they will show you the same courtesy.
• Please 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. Please respect that all decisions 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.

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📞FOR SMOOTHCOMP SUPPORT

Please check here: https://support.smoothcomp.com/collection/16-for-fighters

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