Description
This event introduces a fastāpaced, strategy-driven rule set designed to reward consistency, adaptability, and intelligent jiu-jitsu.
Match Structure
ā¢ š„ Three Rounds: Each match consists of 3 x 5āminute rounds.
ā¢ ā±ļø Rest Periods: Athletes receive a 1āminute break between rounds.
ā¢ š Bracket Format: All divisions follow a singleāelimination structure.
Scoring & Outcomes
ā¢ š„ Submission: A submission ends the round immediately.
ā¢ š Points System:ā¢ Points reset at the start of each round.
ā¢ Points from all three rounds are combined to determine the overall match winner (unless a finish occurs).
Competitive Philosophy
A fresh, dynamic format built to showcase athletes who can adapt under pressure, maintain high output across multiple rounds, and apply smart, technical jiu-jitsu.
Be part of the first wave to experience it.
Welcome to the BJJ247 Mancheser Grappling Clash a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu micro-competition set in the heart of Manchester's vibrant Northern Quarter! Designed for passionate BJJ practitioners of all levels, this event promises high-energy grappling action, a competitive yet friendly atmosphere, and a chance to showcase your skills in one of the city's most iconic locations. Whether you're here to compete or support, get ready for an unforgettable day of submissions, sweeps, and takedowns as the Manchester BJJ community comes together for an epic showdown!
27-29 Church St,Manchester M4 1PE (Opposite The Unicorn Pub)
BJJ 247 Presents a new monthly grappling competition for the Manchester community.
GUARANTEED two MATCHES PER registration.
This competition is LIMITED to a very small number so therefore, we urge attendees to register early and take advantage of these savings.
Our venue boasts state-of-the-art facilities, premium Mats, scoreboards, and a live results system. Furthermore, our changing division policy allows participants to make modifications to their registration until the week of the bracket release. In exceptional cases where competitors are alone in their division, we may merge them with another fair division, provided one is available.
The brackets and schedule will be released at least 48 hours prior to the tournament. Attendees can view these on the event page under the brackets and schedule tab, as well as via their mobile devices during the competition. However, we implore participants to arrive at least 60 minutes before their division start time to ensure timely commencement.
Weigh-ins will occur on the day of the event, at least 30 minutes before the match start time in uniform. Failure to make weight for a division will result in disqualification. Competitors only need to weigh-in once if participating in several divisions.
All podium finishers will receive bespoke gold, silver, or bronze medals, and we will take podium photos during the post-week of events. Attendees can rest assured knowing a trained and professional medic will be on-site, and warm-up areas will be designated away from the competition arena.
We encourage participants to review the competitor lists, which will be available throughout the registration process on the event page. Team standings, points, and medal counts will be live updated on the results tab of the event page. Similarly, division brackets, along with their final placements, will be readily available.
Mark your calendars, prepare your techniques, and get ready to embark on an incredible Jiu Jitsu journey!
Sign up early and save some cash.
State of the art score boards.
Live results system
Unique format
COMPETITOR LISTS: Competitor Lists will be live throughout the registration process and can be viewed by checking out the registrations tab on the event page.
CHANGING DIVISIONS: You will have until the week of the brackets being released to make any changes to your registration. You can make these changes by logging into your account and modifying your registration details. After this change deadline, your registration will become locked in, and there will no further changes allowed. We reserve the right to merge you after change deadline if you are alone in your division into another fair division if available.
BRACKETS and SCHEDULE: at least 48 hours prior to the tournament the event brackets and tentative schedule will be released. You will be able to locate both on the event page brackets and schedule tab. You can also tell when your matches are coming up by checking the tab on your mobile device during the competition. We will also make a Annoucement for you on the microphone to come to the mat. Please be at the mat on time for your matches.
WEIGH-INS: Takes place on the day of the event. You must make weight for your division or else you will be disqualified. You are not required to wear your Gi when weighing in
You only need to weigh-in once if competing in two divisions.
We ask that you make sure to be present in the venue at least 45 minutes prior your division start time as well in case we are able to get head starts on certain division.
MEDIC ON HAND: There will be a trained and professional medic on-site.
WARM UP MATS: We try our best to always provide a warm up area 15 mins before your division start.
TV SCOREBOARDS: State of the art 50 inch score boards. Competitorās name, team, and flag are displayed, along with the matchās division and match number.
DIVISION RESULTS: Division brackets along with their final placements are live updated to and readily available on the results tab of the event page.
RULE SETS
We will be using a modified IBJJF rule set for this event. Please check out RULES PAGE for more information.
