BAY OF PLENTY OPEN 2026
Tauranga, New Zealand
Description
The New Zealand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation presents:
BAY OF PLENTY OPEN – 5 - Star Event
A full day of Gi and No-Gi competition in Tauranga. Open to all ages, all levels, all belts — Kids, Teenagers, Juveniles, and Adults.
Who Can Compete
- All academies and teams welcome
- Divisions for Kids, Teenagers, Juveniles, and Adults
- Gi and No-Gi brackets available for all eligible ages and belts
NZBJJF Membership (Required)
All competitors must hold a current NZBJJF membership to enter any NZBJJF-sanctioned event.
- Join/Renew & authenticate during registration: https://nzbjjf.smoothcomp.com/en/federation/109/membership
- Membership support: membership@nzbjjf.co.nz
Rules and Divisions (IBJJF)
This event follows IBJJF rules. Please review the rulebook before registering: https://ibjjf.com/rules
Age divisions are determined by the IBJJF year-of-birth system and are calculated automatically during registration. Always verify your assigned division in Smoothcomp.
Weigh-In and Weight Categories
- Athletes weigh in wearing their competition attire (Gi for Gi / No-Gi kit for No-Gi).
- Weight classes are shown in Smoothcomp as net weight with attire allowance in brackets. Example: 79 kg (82.3 kg) Gi means net 79 kg and gross 82.3 kg including Gi.
- Example: 79 kg (82.3 kg) Gi means net 79 kg and gross 82.3 kg including Gi.
Important: If an athlete (children, juveniles, or adults) exceeds their registered weight division at weigh-in, they will be immediately disqualified. No division changes will be made on the day or after brackets go live. No refunds in these cases.
Key Dates and Policies
Checking Day
- The day after entries close.
- Athletes must confirm their entry details and that their division has other registered competitors.
- You may make edits or cancel for a refund within the Checking Day window. After this, entries are non-refundable.
Refund Policy
- 100% refund available until the last day of registration.
- Partial refund may be available during Checking Day only.
- After Checking Day, no refunds.
Discounts
- Early-Bird Discount: Reduced entry fee during the early-bird window.
- Two-Division Discount: Register for both Gi and No-Gi to receive a special discount.
Date and Schedule
Date: 13th of September 2026
Check-in & Weigh-in: From 8:30 AM
First matches: 9:30 AM
Format: All-day event — Gi & No-Gi, all belts
- Kids: morning
- Adults: afternoon
Venue
Haumaru Sport and Recreation Centre
483 Cameron Road, Tauranga 3110
Spectators
- $5.25 per child
- $8.25 per adult
- $24.75 family (up to 3)
- $33.00 family (up to 4)
Contact and Information
- General enquiries: info@nzbjjf.co.nz
- Updates and announcements: (Instagram/Facebook)
- @nzbjjf
- @kidsjiujitsuleague
We look forward to a safe, fair, and exciting day of Jiu-Jitsu. Good luck to all competitors!
Divisions
- Boys Gi$63
- Girls Gi$63
- Boys No-Gi$62
- Girls No-Gi$63
- Juvenile Boys Gi$68
- Juvenile Girls Gi$68
- Juvenile Boys No-Gi$68
- Juvenile Girls No-Gi$68
- Male Gi$75
- Female Gi$75
- Male No-Gi$75
- Female No-Gi$75
- Male Absolute Gi$20
- Female Absolute Gi$20
- Male Absolute No-Gi$20
- Female Absolute No-Gi$20
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the BAY OF PLENTY OPEN 2026?
The event is on 13th of September 2026 at Haumaru Sport and Recreation Centre, 483 Cameron Road, Tauranga 3110.
What time do check-in, weigh-in, and matches start?
Check-in and weigh-in start from 8:30 AM. First matches start at 9:30 AM.
Who can compete?
All academies and teams are welcome. Divisions are available for Kids, Teenagers, Juveniles, and Adults, with Gi and No-Gi brackets for all eligible ages and belts.
Is NZBJJF membership required?
Yes. All competitors must hold a current NZBJJF membership to enter any NZBJJF-sanctioned event.
What are the weigh-in rules?
Athletes weigh in wearing their competition attire: Gi for Gi or No-Gi kit for No-Gi. If an athlete exceeds their registered weight division at weigh-in, they will be immediately disqualified, with no division changes on the day or after brackets go live and no refunds in these cases.
What is the event schedule format?
This is an all-day Gi and No-Gi event for all belts. Kids are scheduled for the morning and Adults for the afternoon.
What is Checking Day?
Checking Day is the day after entries close. Athletes must confirm their entry details and that their division has other registered competitors; edits or cancellation for a refund may be made within the Checking Day window.
What is the refund policy?
A 100% refund is available until the last day of registration. A partial refund may be available during Checking Day only; after Checking Day, there are no refunds.
How much are spectator tickets?
Spectator tickets are $5.25 per child, $8.25 per adult, $24.75 for a family up to 3, and $33.00 for a family up to 4.
Who can I contact for event or membership questions?
General enquiries can be sent to info@nzbjjf.co.nz. Membership support is available at membership@nzbjjf.co.nz.
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