ENCOUNTER COMBAT CHARLOTTE -JiuJitsu - February 27, 2027

Saturday, February 27, 2027 Charlotte, NC, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Absolute Kids

Entry

$50 - $120

Prizes

$1,500 Team

Description

What to expect:

To provide a combat experience that helps fighters become better versions of themselves. We believe that one on one competition provides novice and experienced fighters the training to adapt, improvise and overcome on the mat and in life. We all learn from wins and losses.

Details on this event:

Athletes report to professional staff

Qualified referees that are vetted by coaches and gym owners.

Flatscreen monitors that provide clear viewing of brackets

Mats sanitized using nanobond treatments

Professional medical staff- EMT at every event.

Awards: Oversized Gold, Silver and Bronze medals awarded in Gi and NOGI divisions.

CHAMPION Belt awarded to competitors that win first place in BOTH GI & NOGI. (All ages and divisions are eligible). If you are DOUBLE GOLD (Gi and NOGI), you get a BELT.

FASTEST SUBMISSION Awarded CHAMPION BELT (awarded in youth and adult divisions).

BEST OVERALL YOUTH TEAM Awarded Custom ACRYLLIC PLAQUE, Custom BANNER and CHAMPION BELT

BEST OVERALL ADULT TEAM Awarded Custom ACRYLLIC PLAQUE, Custom BANNER and CHAMPION BELT

BEST OVERALL ACADEMY/PROGRAM Awarded Custom ACRYLLIC PLAQUE, Custom BANNER and CHAMPION BELT

BEST WOMENS TEAM Awarded Custom Banner

THE SHIELD: The SHIELD is awarded to the BEST OVERALL TEAM that registers a minimum of 25 individuals (not divisions).

*OVERALL awards will be awarded to the stand alone local gym. We will not combine team scores from affiliate gyms for these awards.

*Adult NOGI OPEN/ABSOLUTE Division is for Adults White & Blue belt. Stalling is not allowed (except from taking the back): 1st time: verbal warning; 2nd time: advantage given; 3rd time: 2 points awarded; 4th time: disqualified. Division is five minutes.

2026 ACADEMY OF THE YEAR Points are tracked for all events and accumulate to throughout the season. Three academies will be recognized in November 2026: 1st place $1500, 2nd place: $1000, 3rd place: $500

FREE gift if you complete your registration with payment before December 26, 2026.

Email encountercombat@gmail.com if you have any questions or need assistance

Event Details

Registration

Free gift if registration with payment completed before 2026-12-26

Prize Details

Academy of the Year cash prizes: 1st $1,500; 2nd $1,000; 3rd $500. Multiple team awards with custom plaques/banners/champion belts. CHAMPION belt for competitors who win both Gi & NoGi; FASTEST SUBMISSION awarded a champion belt (youth and adult).

Divisions

Youth 1 NO Gi (4 yrs)*$120
4 years
Youth 1 Gi (4 yrs)*$120
4 years
Youth 1 NO Gi (5-6)*$120
5-6 years
Youth 1 Gi (5-6)*$120
5-6 years
Youth 1 NO Gi (7-8)*$120
7-8 years
Youth 1 Gi (7-8)*$120
7-8 years
Youth 1 NO Gi (9-10)*$120
9-10 years
Youth 1 Gi (9-10)*$120
9-10 years
Youth 2 NO Gi (11-12)*$120
11-12 years
Youth 2 Gi (11-12)*$120
11-12 years
Youth 2 NO Gi (13-14)*$120
13-14 years
Youth 2 Gi (13-14)*$120
13-14 years
Youth 2 NO Gi (15-16)*$120
Youth 2 Gi (15-16)*$120
15-16 years
Youth 2 NO Gi (17 YRS OLD)*$120
YOUTH 2 GI (17 YRS OLD)*$120
Male ADULT NO Gi *$120
18 years and above
Male ADULT Gi *$120
18 years and above
Female ADULT NO Gi *$120
18 years and above
Female ADULT GI *$120
18 years and above
Male ADULT -OPEN NOGI Division -WHITE & BLUE combined$50
White & Blue of all weight classes come together to compete for prize
Male ADULT -OPEN NOGI Division - PURPLE & Up$50
All adult Male divisions - ranked Purple and higher (across all weight classes) compete against each other for CASH award
Female ADULT -OPEN NOGI Division - White & Blue Belts$50
Female ADULT White & Blue belt division offers all weight classes to compete for a cash prize across white and blue belts.

Organizer

ENCOUNTER Combat

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is ENCOUNTER COMBAT CHARLOTTE - JiuJitsu?

The event is ENCOUNTER COMBAT CHARLOTTE - JiuJitsu on February 27, 2027 in Charlotte.

How can I contact the event organizers?

Email encountercombat@gmail.com for questions or assistance.

Is there a registration deadline for a free gift?

Yes. You receive a free gift if you complete your registration with payment before December 26, 2026.

What individual awards are given?

Oversized Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals are awarded in Gi and NOGI divisions; a CHAMPION Belt is awarded to competitors who win first place in BOTH GI & NOGI, and the FASTEST SUBMISSION is awarded a CHAMPION BELT in youth and adult divisions.

What team awards are offered and how are they scored?

Awards include BEST OVERALL YOUTH TEAM, BEST OVERALL ADULT TEAM, BEST OVERALL ACADEMY/PROGRAM (each with custom plaques, banners, and CHAMPION BELTS), and BEST WOMENS TEAM (custom banner); overall awards are given to the standalone local gym and affiliate gym scores will not be combined.

What is THE SHIELD award and its requirement?

THE SHIELD is awarded to the BEST OVERALL TEAM that registers a minimum of 25 individuals (not divisions).

What are the rules and duration for the Adult NOGI OPEN/ABSOLUTE division?

The Adult NOGI OPEN/ABSOLUTE division is for Adults White & Blue belt, is five minutes long, and stalling is not allowed (except from taking the back) with penalties: 1st time verbal warning; 2nd time advantage given; 3rd time 2 points awarded; 4th time disqualified.

What safety, staffing, and facility features are provided at the event?

Athletes report to professional staff; qualified referees vetted by coaches and gym owners; mats sanitized using nanobond treatments; flatscreen monitors display brackets; and professional medical staff including an EMT are at every event.

How are Academy of the Year points and prizes handled?

2026 ACADEMY OF THE YEAR points are tracked for all events and accumulate throughout the season; three academies will be recognized in November 2026 with prizes of 1st place $1500, 2nd place $1000, and 3rd place $500.