FUJI BJJ Minnesota Winter Championship

Saturday, December 5, 2026 Hopkins, MN, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$85

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Date: 2026/12/05

Venue: Hopkins North Middle School

Address: 10700 Cedar Lake Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55305

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: 24 Oct (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 19 Nov (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 03 Dec (11:59 pm)

Check Day is the Wednesday before the event.

Merging of uncontested divisions will happen up to Friday before the event.

The schedule will be published up to Friday afternoon 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: $15.

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 Elizabeth at efcesta@gmail.com

Event Details

Format

Other

Registration

Early: 24 Oct (11:59 pm). Normal: 19 Nov (11:59 pm). Late: 03 Dec (11:59 pm).

Schedule

Doors open / weigh-ins: Day of event 8:00 am. Matches begin: Day of event 9:30 am. Check Day: Wednesday before event. Schedule published by Friday afternoon before event; divisions may be merged up to the Friday before.

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; times may change on Smoothcomp.

Spectator Fee

$15

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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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

FUJI BJJ - Corp

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the FUJI BJJ Minnesota Winter Championship held?

The event is on 2026/12/05 at Hopkins North Middle School, 10700 Cedar Lake Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55305.

What are the registration deadlines?

Early Bird registration deadline: 24 Oct (11:59 pm); Normal registration deadline: 19 Nov (11:59 pm); Late registration deadline: 03 Dec (11:59 pm).

When 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 on the day of the event.

How do weigh-ins work?

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 as divisions and schedules may change.

What competition formats will be used?

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

What are the spectator ticket rules and price?

All spectators over the age of 12 must have a spectator pass, which may be purchased at the door for $15.

Are there free coaches passes for academies?

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

When will divisions be merged and the schedule be published?

Merging of uncontested divisions will happen up to the Friday before the event, and the schedule will be published up to Friday afternoon before the event.

Who do I contact with questions not covered by the event links?

Email Elizabeth at efcesta@gmail.com for questions not answered in the linked FAQ or rule set.