ADCC CANADA MONTREAL OPEN 2026
Montreal, QC, Canada
Description
ADCC CANADA MONTREAL OPEN 2026
LOCATION
Centre Pierre-Charbonneau
Address:3000 Viau St, Montreal, Quebec H1V 3J3
EVENT DATE
September 26, 2026
REGISTRATION PERIODS
Early Bird Registration
April 23 – September 6, 2026 (1:59 AM)
Normal Registration
September 6 – September 24, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Registration closes September 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM or when the event reaches capacity.
REGISTRATION FEES (2026)
Early Bird Price (until September 6): $141.25 CAD
Regular Price: $169.50 CAD
Additional Divisions: $84.75 CAD per division (Maximum of 2 divisions per competitor)
IMPORTANT DATES (2026)
Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 24, 2026 – 11:59 PM
Last Day for Cancellations: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Athlete Correction Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026
Schedule Release Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
Brackets Release Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
MANDATORY WEIGH-INS
Pre-Event Weigh-In (Recommended)
Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
Location: Centre Pierre-Charbonneau
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
All competitors must weigh in, even if their division does not have a weight limit.
Weight allowance: Maximum 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) over the division weight.
Athletes exceeding the allowance will be moved up one weight division.
Event Day Weigh-In (September 26)
Kids / Juveniles: Must weigh in before 6 AM to 7 AM
Adults: Must weigh in no later than 2 hours before their division starts.
Failure to weigh in on time will result in disqualification and removal from the bracket.
WHO CAN COMPETE
ADCC Opens are open to all competitors:
✔ Kids
✔ Teens
✔ Juveniles
✔ Adults
✔ Masters
✔ Any nationality
✔ Beginner through Advanced
No qualification is required to compete.
FORMAT
• NO GI ONLY
• ADCC Rules and Legal Techniques
• Double Elimination Format
• Matches for 3rd Place (No Double Bronze)
ABSOLUTE DIVISIONS
Absolute divisions will run after all other divisions conclude.
Two divisions:
• Men's Absolute (18+ Open Rank & Weight)
• Women's Absolute (18+ Open Rank & Weight)
A mandatory roll call will take place before the absolute bracket is finalized (approximately 6:00–7:00 PM, subject to event progress).
Athletes must check in to remain in the bracket.
MATCH LENGTHS
| Division | Match Time |
| Kids (up to 12) | 4 minutes |
| Teens & Juveniles (13–17) | 5 minutes |
| Adults | 6 minutes |
| Masters | 5 minutes |
SPECTATORS
Spectator Tickets: $25 CAD (Cash only at the door)
NOT ALLOWED AT ADCC EVENTS
❌ Close-outs (teammates must compete)
❌ Sandbagging (incorrect skill or age level)
Violations may result in permanent bans from ADCC events.
CORRECTIONS & CANCELLATIONS
All corrections must be made through your Smoothcomp account.
Instructions:
https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/89-how-to-change-weightclass-or-cancel
Cancellation Deadline: September 20, 2026
REFUND POLICY
Registration fees are refundable only if you cancel more than 10 days before the event. Cancellations made within 10 days of the tournament are not eligible for a refund; however, you may request a credit toward a future tournament.
RULES
Official ADCC Rules:
https://www.adcc-official.com/rules.html
https://www.adcc-official.com/opens/canada-open.html
https://adcc-official.com/files/ADCC%20Rules.pdf
MEDIA REQUESTS
Media requests must be submitted at least 3 weeks before the event.
Contact: sydneygowling96@gmail.com
Late requests may not be approved.
Divisions
- Men$141.25
- Women$141.25
- Men's Absolute$141.25
- Women's Absolute$141.25
- Girls [6 and under]$141.25
- Girls [7-8 years]$141.25
- Girls [9-10 years]$141.25
- Girls [11-12 years]$141.25
- Girls [13-14 years]$141.25
- Girls [15-17 years]$141.25
- Boys [6 and under]$141.25
- Boys [7-8 years]$141.25
- Boys [9-10 years]$141.25
- Boys [11-12 years]$141.25
- Boys [13-14 years]$141.25
- Boys [15-17 years]$141.25
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is ADCC Canada Montreal Open 2026?
The event is on September 26, 2026 at Centre Pierre-Charbonneau, 3000 Viau St, Montreal, Quebec H1V 3J3.
When does registration close and what are the fees?
Registration closes September 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM or when the event reaches capacity. Early Bird registration is April 23 – September 6, 2026 (1:59 AM) for $141.25 CAD; Regular registration is $169.50 CAD. Additional divisions cost $84.75 CAD per division, with a maximum of 2 divisions per competitor.
What are the correction, cancellation, schedule, and bracket deadlines?
The last day for cancellations is Sunday, September 20, 2026, and the athlete correction deadline is Monday, September 21, 2026. The schedule and brackets are released Friday, September 25, 2026.
What is the weigh-in schedule?
The recommended pre-event weigh-in is Friday, September 25, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Centre Pierre-Charbonneau. On September 26, Kids and Juveniles must weigh in before 6 AM to 7 AM, and Adults must weigh in no later than 2 hours before their division starts.
What are the weigh-in requirements and weight allowance?
All competitors must weigh in, even if their division does not have a weight limit. The maximum allowance is 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) over the division weight; athletes exceeding the allowance will be moved up one weight division. Failure to weigh in on time results in disqualification and removal from the bracket.
Who can compete and what is the competition format?
The event is open to Kids, Teens, Juveniles, Adults, Masters, any nationality, and Beginner through Advanced competitors, with no qualification required. The format is No-Gi only, under ADCC Rules and Legal Techniques, with double elimination and matches for 3rd place.
Will there be absolute divisions?
Yes. Absolute divisions run after all other divisions conclude and include Men's Absolute and Women's Absolute, both 18+ Open Rank & Weight. A mandatory roll call will take place before the bracket is finalized, approximately 6:00–7:00 PM subject to event progress, and athletes must check in to remain in the bracket.
How much are spectator tickets?
Spectator tickets are $25 CAD, cash only at the door.
What is the refund policy?
Registration fees are refundable only if you cancel more than 10 days before the event. Cancellations within 10 days of the tournament are not eligible for a refund, but you may request a credit toward a future tournament.
How do media requests work?
Media requests must be submitted at least 3 weeks before the event to sydneygowling96@gmail.com. Late requests may not be approved.
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