FUJI BJJ Destin Fall Championship

Saturday, March 27, 2027 Fort Walton, FL, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$85

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Date: 2026/03/27

Venue: Rigdon Center

Address: 1958 Lewis Turner Blvd. Ft Walton, FL. 32547

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

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 (9:30 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 Tim Morthland at support@fujibjj.com

Event Details

Format

Other

Schedule

Doors open/weigh-ins 8:00 am; Matches begin 9:30 am; schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

Weigh-In

Weigh-ins begin day of event at 8:00 am. Competitors have up to one hour to weigh in prior to the start of their division. Check Day (last day to change weight without fee) is the Wednesday before the event.

Spectator Fee

Spectator fee $20 (payable at door). All spectators over age 12 must have a spectator pass. Each aca

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

Where to Stay Near the Venue

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Closest 0.1 mi from venue Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Walton Beach Eglin Air Force Base ★ 4.9 1930 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach Check availability

0.2 mi from venue Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin Area by IHG ★ 4.9 300 Liberty Ln NW, Fort Walton Beach Check availability

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Divisions

Kids Gi$85
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Kids Gi Elite$85
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Kids NOGi$85
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Kids NOGi Elite$85
Kids Division - Athletes 17 Years Old & Under
Adult Black Belt GI$85
Black Belt Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult GI Black Belt Elite$85
Black Belt Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult GI$85
Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult GI Elite$85
Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult NOGI$85
Athletes Aged 18 & Up
Adult NOGI Elite$85
Athletes Aged 18 & Up

Organizer

Tim Morthland - FUJI BJJ Region 9

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the FUJI BJJ Destin Fall Championship held?

The event is on 2026/03/27 at the Rigdon Center, 1958 Lewis Turner Blvd. Ft Walton, FL. 32547.

What time do doors open and when do matches start?

Doors open and weigh-ins begin at 8:00 am on the day of the event, and matches begin at 9:30 am.

What are the weigh-in rules and timing?

Weigh-ins begin at 8:00 am and you have up to one hour to weigh in prior to the start of your division; check Smoothcomp for updated times.

When is the last day to change weight without a fee and when will divisions be merged?

Check Day, the last day to change weight without a fee, is the Wednesday before the event, and merging of uncontested divisions also happens the Wednesday before the event.

When will the event schedule be published?

The schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

What competition formats will be used?

Depending on bracket size the tournament offers best of three, round robin, and modified double elimination brackets.

Who is eligible to compete?

Age standards are Age 4 and Up; all states are welcome.

What are the spectator ticket rules and cost?

All spectators over the age of 12 must have a spectator pass purchased at the door upon entry, and the spectator fee is $20.

Are coaches given free passes?

Each academy will receive at least 1 free coaches pass, with at least 1 free pass per 5 students registered; coaches do not need to message in before the event.

Who do I contact for questions not answered in the event materials?

Email Tim Morthland at support@fujibjj.com for questions not answered in the provided FAQ or rule set links.