AJJC 2026 - Australian Jiu Jitsu Championship

Saturday, August 14, 2027 Melbourne, Australia , Australia

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Absolute Kids

Entry

$55 - $108

Description

AJJC 2026 NOW A 3 DAY EVENT

The 2026 AJJC is a 6 STAR event with huge National Ranking Points - 54 Gold, 18 Silver, 6 Bronze.

The 2026 AJJC (Australian National Championship) has run each year since 1996.

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL CHAMPION

Opportunities to become a 2026 AJJC (Australian National Champion) are:

NEW JUNIOR NOGI

Junior Boys Gi, Junior Boys Nogi, Junior Girls Gi, Junior Girls Nogi, Male Juvenile Gi, Male Juvenile Nogi, Female Juvenile Gi, Female Juvenile Nogi, Male Gi, Male Nogi, Female Gi. Female Nogi. Male Absolute Gi, Male Absolute Nogi, Female Absolute Gi, Female Absolute Nogi.

REGISTRATION TIMELINES

Early bird entries close at Monday Midnight on the 27th of July - Late and final entries (at a slightly higher fee) close at Monday Midnight the 10th of August. (PLEASE NOTE FINAL REGISTRATIONS CLOSE ONE DAY EARLIER ALLOWING FOR A 3 DAY EVENT THIS YEAR!

Last chance to change yourself out of a single fighter category to a different age and or different weight is Tuesday midnight on the 11th of August.

REFUND POLICY

A full 100% refund is available before registrations close at Monday midnight the 10th of August.

A full 100% refund remains available until the end of Check and Change day at Tuesday midnight the 11th of August.

No Refunds are available after midnight on Tuesday the 11th of August. This applies also to competitors who have opponents withdraw on the day leaving them in a single fighter category.

IMPORTANT NOTE

It is now 100% the responsibility of all competitors to move themselves from a single fighter category to a legal populated category. THIS INCLUDES JUNIORS AND JUVENILES.

ADULTS - can only go up in weight

MASTERS - can go up in weight or down in age as far as the Adult categories.

JUVENILES - can only move up in age from Juvenile 1 to Juvenile 2 and or up in weight.

JUNIORS - Can only move up in age and or weight and are not allowed in the Juvenile categories.

Competitors can not change belt categories.

Competitors can only register once in each division i.e. Once in Gi and once in Nogi.

Changes can be made by the competitor online through the registration in the 24 hours of "Check and Change Day" - Tuesday 11th August.

If a competitor requires assistance with the change they must email info@AFBJJ.com with all details including Full Name and exact category to be moved to. This email must be received before the end of "Check and Change Day" - midnight 11th August

JUNIOR CONSOLATION FIGHT MAT

An extra mat where and when possible will be available at the event for all first round losers. Those concerned must go to the mat coordinator for this mat and register their interest to participate. Note: Considering the National and International rules, the results from this mat will not form part of the event results or rankings. Participants can only be those with an original registration in the AJJC 2026. Possible match ups need to be approved by a parent or guardian.

NOTE: THE CONSOLATION FIGHT MAT WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE IF TIMING ALLOWS - EXCESSIVE JUNIOR NUMBERS MAY NOT ALLOW FOR THIS.

PRELIMINARY DAY SCHEDULE

FRIDAY - All Adult Nogi - All Juvenile Nogi(newly positioned on day with Adult Nogi) - All Master Nogi (Juvenile will be positioned at the end of the day allowing for Juveniles going to school on the Friday)

SATURDAY - All Adult Gi - All Juvenile Gi(newly positioned on day with Adult Gi) - All Master Gi

SUNDAY - All Junior Gi - All Junior Nogi.

NOTE: Depending on final numbers the schedule can change

A detailed schedule with mat locations and exact fight times will be available online prior to the event.

Please go to www.AFBJJ.com for more information.

Free commemorative competitors' T-shirts are available while stocks last!

Each Junior competitor may be accompanied by one parent or guardian or coach through the competitor entry at no charge!

LOCATION

MELBOURNE SPORTS AND AQUATIC CENTRE

Aughtie Drive, Albert Park, Melbourne Australia

SPECTATORS

$15 Online here: Intix

$20 per person at the event

FOR AFBJJ EVENT INFO GO HERE: https://afbjj.com/afbjjeventinfromation

Event Details

Registration

Early bird entries close Monday midnight 27 July; Late and final entries close Monday midnight 10 August; Check-and-Change (last chance to change categories) until Tuesday midnight 11 August.

Spectator Fee

$15 online; $20 per person at the event.

Divisions

Boys Gi$93
Girls Gi$93
Girls No-Gi$93
Boys No-Gi$93
Juvenile Boys Gi$93
16-17 years
Juvenile Girls Gi$93
16-17 years
Male Gi$108
18 years and above
Female Gi$108
18 years and above
Juvenile Boys No-Gi$93
16-17 years
Juvenile Girls No-Gi$93
16-17 years
Male No-Gi$108
18 years and above
Female No-Gi$108
18 years and above
Male Absolute Gi$55
Female Absolute Gi$55
Male Absolute No-Gi$55
Female Absolute No-Gi$55

Organizer

AFBJJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is AJJC 2026 being held?

The event is at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park, Melbourne Australia.

What is the preliminary day schedule?

Friday is All Adult Nogi, All Juvenile Nogi, and All Master Nogi. Saturday is All Adult Gi, All Juvenile Gi, and All Master Gi. Sunday is All Junior Gi and All Junior Nogi.

Can the preliminary schedule change?

Yes. The schedule can change depending on final numbers, and a detailed schedule with mat locations and exact fight times will be available online prior to the event.

When do registrations close?

Early bird entries close at Monday Midnight on the 27th of July. Late and final entries close at Monday Midnight the 10th of August.

What divisions are listed for Australian National Champion opportunities?

Listed divisions are Junior Boys Gi, Junior Boys Nogi, Junior Girls Gi, Junior Girls Nogi, Male Juvenile Gi, Male Juvenile Nogi, Female Juvenile Gi, Female Juvenile Nogi, Male Gi, Male Nogi, Female Gi, Female Nogi, Male Absolute Gi, Male Absolute Nogi, Female Absolute Gi, and Female Absolute Nogi.

What is the refund policy?

A full 100% refund is available before registrations close at Monday midnight the 10th of August, and remains available until Tuesday midnight the 11th of August. No refunds are available after midnight on Tuesday the 11th of August, including if opponents withdraw on the day leaving a competitor in a single fighter category.

When and how can competitors change divisions?

The last chance to move out of a single fighter category to a different age and/or weight is Tuesday midnight on the 11th of August. Changes can be made online during the 24 hours of Check and Change Day on Tuesday 11th August.

What restrictions apply to division changes?

Adults can only go up in weight. Masters can go up in weight or down in age as far as Adult categories; Juveniles can only move from Juvenile 1 to Juvenile 2 and/or up in weight; Juniors can only move up in age and/or weight and are not allowed in Juvenile categories. Competitors cannot change belt categories and can only register once in each division, once in Gi and once in Nogi.

How much are spectator tickets?

Spectator tickets are $15 online through Intix or $20 per person at the event. Each Junior competitor may be accompanied by one parent, guardian, or coach through the competitor entry at no charge.

Who should competitors contact for help with changes?

Competitors needing assistance must email info@AFBJJ.com with all details, including full name and exact category to be moved to. The email must be received before the end of Check and Change Day, midnight 11th August.