Edinburgh BJJ Open 2026
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Description
This event will follow the IBJJF ruleset and utilise a round robin/pool play system wherever possible to ensure competitors receive multiple matches.
Spectator & Coach Tickets
https://buytickets.at/scottishgrappling/2249038
Event Highlights
✅ UKBJJA Ranked Event
✅ Gi and No-Gi divisions for Juvenile, Adult, and Masters competitors
✅ Divisions for all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi, with No-Gi divisions organised by BJJ rank or time served
✅ Round Robin / Pool Play format wherever possible, providing multiple matches for competitors
✅ Most competitors will receive at least two matches
✅ Absolute divisions available in Gi and No-Gi for a £10 entry fee
✅ Special prizes awarded to winners of Absolute divisions with 8 or more competitors , fastest submissions (male, female, juniors) and Iron Man, Woman and Junior (competitors with most matches on the day)
✅ Spectator and Coach Passes available via Ticket Tailor (link to be published)
Division Details
White Belt
IBJJF White Belt rules apply. No competitors previously ranked above Grey Belt at junior level, nor Black Belts in Judo, national-level wrestlers, or MMA fighters at any level.
Blue Belt
IBJJF Blue Belt rules.
Purple Belt
IBJJF Purple Belt rules.
Brown Belt
IBJJF Brown Belt rules.
Black Belt
IBJJF Black Belt rules.
Age Categories
Juniors: Ages 4-15
🟠 Juvenile: Ages 16–17
🟠 Adult: Ages 18–29
🟠 Masters 1 & 2: Ages 30–39
🟠 Masters 3 & 4: Ages 40–49
🟠 Masters 5+: Ages 50+
Competition Information
📌 All juvenile, adult & masters matches will last 5 minutes. Junior times as per IBJJF.
📌 Weigh-ins will commence from 8:15am.
📌 Competitors entered in both Gi and No-Gi divisions will only weigh in once.
📌 All weigh-ins will be conducted without the Gi.
Pricing
Juniors & Juveniles (16–17)
Early Bird
- £30 (1 Division)
- £40 (2 Divisions)
Normal
- £40 (1 Division)
- £50 (2 Divisions)
Late
- £50 (1 Division)
- £60 (2 Divisions)
Adults & Masters
Early Bird
- £40 (1 Division)
- £50 (2 Divisions)
Normal
- £50 (1 Division)
- £60 (2 Divisions)
Late
- £60 (1 Division)
- £70 (2 Divisions)
Absolute Divisions
➕ £10 per Absolute division
Available at all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi.
Team Awards
🏆 Best Club Trophy – Awarded to the individual club scoring the highest number of points.
🏆 Best Team Trophy – Awarded to the affiliation scoring the highest number of points.
Registration & Event Policies
📅 Competitors may update their weight category through Smoothcomp until the published deadline.
📌 No changes will be permitted after registration closes.
📌 Competitors who fail to make weight will be disqualified from their division without refund.
Get ready for another day of outstanding Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu action at one of Scotland's premier BJJ events. We look forward to welcoming you to the Oriam on Sunday, 8th November 2026.
Divisions
- Male Gi£40
- Juniors Gi£30
- Juniors No Gi£30
- Female Gi£40
- Juvenile boys - Gi£30
- Juvenile boys - No Gi£30
- Juvenile girls - Gi£30
- Juvenile girls - No Gi£30
- Absolute Male - Gi£10
- Absolute Female - Gi£10
- Male No-Gi£40
- Female No-Gi£40
- Absolute Male - No Gi£10
- Absolute Women - No Gi£10
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Edinburgh BJJ Open 2026?
The event is on Sunday, 8th November 2026 at the Oriam.
What ruleset and format will the event use?
The event will follow the IBJJF ruleset and use a round robin/pool play system wherever possible. Most competitors will receive at least two matches.
What divisions are available?
Gi and No-Gi divisions are available for Juvenile, Adult, and Masters competitors. Divisions are offered for all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi, with No-Gi divisions organised by BJJ rank or time served.
Are absolute divisions available?
Yes. Absolute divisions are available at all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi for £10 per Absolute division.
What are the age categories?
Juniors are ages 4-15, Juvenile ages 16–17, Adult ages 18–29, Masters 1 & 2 ages 30–39, Masters 3 & 4 ages 40–49, and Masters 5+ ages 50+.
When do weigh-ins start and how are they conducted?
Weigh-ins will commence from 8:15am. Competitors entered in both Gi and No-Gi only weigh in once, and all weigh-ins are conducted without the Gi.
How long are matches?
All juvenile, adult and masters matches will last 5 minutes. Junior times are as per IBJJF.
How much is registration?
Juniors and Juveniles cost £30/£40 early bird, £40/£50 normal, and £50/£60 late for 1/2 divisions. Adults and Masters cost £40/£50 early bird, £50/£60 normal, and £60/£70 late for 1/2 divisions.
Can competitors change their weight category?
Competitors may update their weight category through Smoothcomp until the published deadline. No changes will be permitted after registration closes.
What happens if a competitor does not make weight?
Competitors who fail to make weight will be disqualified from their division without refund.
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