Ålesund Open BJJ

Saturday, January 16, 2027 Ålesund, Norway

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Ruleset

Submission only

Prizes

1,000 NOK

Description

🔥 ÅLESUND OPEN 2027

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament | GI & NO-GI

Ålesund Kampsportklubb proudly invites you to ÅLESUND OPEN 2027!

Following two previous tournaments, we're ready to take things to the next level!

We welcome BJJ athletes from across Norway and beyond for an exciting day of competition, sportsmanship, and great atmosphere on the mats – culminating in our very own THE GRAND FINALE – BMF NO-GI, for all men over the age of 16 who has participated in the gi-tournament.

📅 Saturday, January 16, 2027📍 Hundsværgata 8, Ålesund, Norway

🥋 GI – MAIN TOURNAMENT

The tournament welcomes both beginners and experienced competitors, with the following divisions:

MEN – Ages 16+

Three belt divisions:

White Belt
Blue and Purple Belt
Brown and Black Belt

Three weight divisions:

Under 60 kg
60–80 kg
Over 80 kg

A total of 9 possible brackets.

WOMEN – Ages 16+

Same three belt divisions as the men's competition.

Two weight divisions:

Under 60 kg
60 kg and above

A total of 6 possible brackets.

YOUTH – Ages 13–15

One combined division for boys and girls.

Our goal is to provide a welcoming, positive, and competitive experience for our younger athletes.

🏆 THE GRAND FINALE – BMF NO-GI

ONE BRACKET. ONE WINNER. ONE BMF. SUB ONLY

We finish Ålesund Open with a special NO-GI showdown exclusively for male competitors aged 16 and above.

One ultimate winner will walk away with the title of ÅLESUND OPEN BMF!

💰 CASH PRIZE: NOK 1,000 TO THE WINNER!

IMPORTANT – ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT

To qualify for The Grand Finale – BMF NO-GI, you MUST also compete in the regular GI tournament on the same day.

Registration for BMF NO-GI alone is not permitted.

Earn your place. Fight for the title. Become the BMF.

📍 EVENT INFORMATION

Organizer: Ålesund Kampsportklubb
Venue: Hundsværgata 8, Ålesund, Norway
Date: Saturday, January 16, 2027
Registration and payment through Smoothcomp

Further details regarding the event schedule, weigh-ins, and other practical information will be announced ahead of the tournament.

We look forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, and supporters to an unforgettable day of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in beautiful Ålesund!

See you on the mats! 👊

Ålesund Kampsportklubb
Established 1998 – Norway

Event Details

Format

Single elimination

Prize Details

Cash prize: NOK 1,000 to the winner of The Grand Finale – BMF NO-GI.

Divisions

Ungdom 12-15 år gutter og jenter150 NOK
Dette er en samlegruppe for gutter og jenter mellom 12-15 år
Menn300 NOK
For alle menn
Damer200 NOK
For alle damer
Åpen klasse kvinner100 NOK
For alle kvinner, men du må også delta i GI-turneringen for å kunne være med i åpen klasse.
BMF - Åpen klasse menn150 NOK
Alle menn kan delta uavhengig av belte og vekt, men du må registrere deg og delta på Gi-turneringen for å kunne registrere deg og delta på BMF turneringen. Vinneren av turneringen mottar kr 1.000,- i premie.

Organizer

Aalesund Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is Ålesund Open 2027 held?

Saturday, January 16, 2027 at Hundsværgata 8, Ålesund, Norway.

What styles and formats are included in the event?

This is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament with GI divisions in the main tournament and a special NO-GI Grand Finale (BMF) which is submission-only (SUB ONLY).

Who organizes the tournament?

The event is organized by Ålesund Kampsportklubb.

How do I register and pay to compete?

Registration and payment are handled through Smoothcomp.

What are the eligibility requirements for The Grand Finale – BMF NO-GI?

The BMF NO-GI is open to male competitors aged 16 and above who also compete in the regular GI tournament on the same day; registration for BMF NO-GI alone is not permitted.

What is the cash prize for the BMF NO-GI winner?

The cash prize is NOK 1,000 to the winner.

What men's GI divisions are offered?

Men ages 16+ are divided into three belt divisions (White; Blue and Purple; Brown and Black) and three weight divisions (Under 60 kg; 60–80 kg; Over 80 kg), for a total of 9 possible brackets.

What women's GI divisions are offered?

Women ages 16+ have the same three belt divisions (White; Blue and Purple; Brown and Black) and two weight divisions (Under 60 kg; 60 kg and above), for a total of 6 possible brackets.

What youth divisions are offered and what ages qualify?

Youth ages 13–15 compete in one combined division for boys and girls.

When will the schedule, weigh-ins, and other practical details be announced?

Further details regarding the event schedule, weigh-ins, and other practical information will be announced ahead of the tournament.