FUJI BJJ Chicago Fall Open

Saturday, September 19, 2026 Barrington, IL, United States

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At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$105

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Date: 09/19/2026

Venue: Canlan Sportsplex

Address: 28156 W Northpointe Pkwy, Barrington, IL 60010

Format: Depending on the bracket size we offer best of three, round robin, and modified double elimination brackets to ensure everyone gets more than one match.

Age Standards: Age 4 and Up

All States Welcome!

IMPORTANT DATES

Early Bird registration deadline: 08 Aug (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 05 Sep (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 15 Sep (11:59 pm)

Check Day (last day to change weight without fee) is the Wednesday before the event.

Merging of uncontested divisions will happen the Wednesday before the event.

The schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

Doors Open/Weigh-ins begin: Day of event (8:00 am)

Matches Begin: Day of event (9:00 am)

You have up to one hour to weigh-in prior to the start of your division. Please update and check Smoothcomp as times may change based on bracket restructuring or how fast/slow the competition is going.

SPECTATOR FEE:

All spectators over the age of 12 years old must have a spectator pass. Passes may be purchased at the door upon entry of the venue.

Spectator fee: $20.

Each academy will receive at least 1 free coaches pass. The amount of free passes depends on how many students from that academy are registered for the event. At least 1 free pass per 5 students will be available. Coaches do not need to message in before the event.

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QUESTIONS/NEED HELP:

• For all inquiries regarding making edits to your registrations, weigh-ins, division merging, etc. please see our FAQ HERE

• For rules info see our full Rule Set HERE

For Questions not answered in the links given above:

Email Cori Hardy at cori@fujibjj.com

Rules

This event runs under Fuji rules.

Scoring mirrors the IBJJF, advantages only count for real submission attempts, and there are no draws. Tie it up and the referee picks the winner.

How Fuji rules work

Divisions

Kids Gi$105
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Kids Gi Elite$105
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Kids NOGi$105
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Kids NOGi Elite$105
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Adult Black Belt GI$105
Black Belt Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult GI Black Belt Elite$105
Black Belt Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult GI$105
Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult GI Elite$105
Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult NOGI$105
Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult NOGI Elite$105
Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Coaches$0
Coaches Registration

Organizer

Clinton Grider - FUJI BJJ Region 8

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the FUJI BJJ Chicago Fall Open?

The event is on 09/19/2026 at Canlan Sportsplex, 28156 W Northpointe Pkwy, Barrington, IL 60010.

What time do doors open, weigh-ins begin, and matches start?

Doors open and weigh-ins begin at 8:00 am on the day of the event. Matches begin at 9:00 am.

What are the registration deadlines?

Early Bird registration closes 08 Aug at 11:59 pm. Normal registration closes 05 Sep at 11:59 pm. Late registration closes 15 Sep at 11:59 pm.

When is the last day to change weight without a fee?

Check Day, the last day to change weight without a fee, is the Wednesday before the event.

When will uncontested divisions be merged and the schedule be published?

Merging of uncontested divisions will happen the Wednesday before the event. The schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

How do weigh-ins work?

You have up to one hour to weigh in prior to the start of your division. Competitors should update and check Smoothcomp because times may change based on bracket restructuring or the pace of the competition.

What is the spectator fee?

All spectators over the age of 12 must have a spectator pass. Passes cost $20 and may be purchased at the door upon entry.

Are coaches passes available?

Each academy will receive at least 1 free coaches pass. The number of free passes depends on the number of students registered from that academy, with at least 1 free pass per 5 students available; coaches do not need to message in before the event.

What competition formats may be used?

Depending on bracket size, the event may use best of three, round robin, and modified double elimination brackets to ensure everyone gets more than one match.

Who can I contact with questions not answered by the event links?

For questions not answered in the provided links, email Cori Hardy at cori@fujibjj.com.