British Sambo Championships 2026

Saturday, November 28, 2026 Salford, United Kingdom

At a Glance

Divisions

Kids

Entry

£25 - £35

Description

Welcome to the British Sport Sambo Championships 2026, Great Britain's premier annual Sport Sambo competition.

The Championships welcome athletes from across Great Britain and around the world to compete in a professionally organised event conducted under the current International Sambo Federation (FIAS) Sport Sambo Rules.

Whether you are competing for the first time or are an experienced national or international athlete, our aim is to provide a fair, safe and enjoyable competition while promoting the continued growth of Sport Sambo.

The event is open to eligible British and international competitors.

Please read all event information and regulations before registering.

The organisers reserve the right to amend these regulations where necessary to ensure the safe and efficient running of the Championships.

Single Entry: 35 pounds (veterans and seniors)

Single Entry U18: 25 Pounds

Double Entry: 45 pounds (veterans and seniors)

Double Entry U18: 35 Pounds

Spectators 5 pounds cash/card on the day

Late Registration Fee: 35 pounds (Juniors)/45 pounds (Seniors)

Age category notice

Age will be determined by age on the day

Competitors must register in the correct age category based on their year of birth.

The following exceptions are permitted:

Youths aged 17 or 18 may compete in the Senior division.
Veterans aged 35+ may compete in Senior division

All registrations will be reviewed by the organiser before the event. Competitors entered into an incorrect age category outside of the permitted exceptions will have the incorrect entry removed. Entry fees are non-refundable.

Where an athlete is eligible to compete in two age categories, they must register for both divisions. If an athlete is entered into an ineligible second division, the additional entry will be removed. No refund will be issued for the removed second entry, and the athlete will remain entered in their original eligible division.

Weigh-in and Event Schedule Times Notice:

Weigh-in times will be released closer to the date and updated on smoothcomp, there will be a day before weigh in with location and time to be released closer to the day.

Event schedule will be posted closer to the time

Event Details

Schedule

Event schedule will be posted closer to the time.

Weigh-In

Weigh-in times to be released closer to the date and updated on Smoothcomp. There will be a day-before weigh-in; location and time to be released closer to the day.

Spectator Fee

5 pounds cash/card on the day

Where to Stay Near the Venue

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Divisions

Veteran Male (55+)£35
Veteran Male (45-54)£35
Veteran Male (35-44)£35
Senior Male£35
Senior Female£35
Junior Boys (17-18)£25
Junior Girls (17-18)£25
Youth Boys (15-16)£25
Youth Girls (15-16)£25
Cadets Boys (12-14)£25
Cadets Girls (12-14)£25

Organizer

Cheshire Sambo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the British Sambo Championships 2026?

The British Sport Sambo Championships 2026 is an annual Sport Sambo competition conducted under the current International Sambo Federation (FIAS) Sport Sambo Rules.

Who can compete in the event?

The event is open to eligible British and international competitors.

How much does registration cost?

Single Entry is 35 pounds for veterans and seniors, and 25 pounds for U18. Double Entry is 45 pounds for veterans and seniors, and 35 pounds for U18.

Is there a late registration fee?

Yes. The late registration fee is 35 pounds for Juniors and 45 pounds for Seniors.

How much are spectator tickets?

Spectator entry is 5 pounds, payable by cash or card on the day.

How are age categories determined?

Age will be determined by age on the day. Competitors must register in the correct age category based on their year of birth.

Can athletes enter Senior divisions from other age categories?

Youths aged 17 or 18 may compete in the Senior division. Veterans aged 35+ may compete in the Senior division.

What happens if a competitor registers in an incorrect age category?

All registrations will be reviewed by the organiser before the event. Incorrect entries outside the permitted exceptions will be removed, and entry fees are non-refundable.

Can an athlete compete in two age categories?

If an athlete is eligible to compete in two age categories, they must register for both divisions. If an ineligible second division is entered, the additional entry will be removed with no refund, and the athlete will remain in their original eligible division.

When will weigh-in times and the event schedule be available?

Weigh-in times and the event schedule will be released closer to the date and updated on Smoothcomp. A day-before weigh-in will be available, with location and time to be released closer to the day.