FUJI BJJ Pan Americans

Saturday, April 24, 2027 Estero, FL, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$85

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Date: 2027/04/24

Venue: Estero Recreation Center

Address: 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928

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: 13 Mar (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 10 Apr (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 20 Apr (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 (9:30 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

Double elimination

Registration

Early Bird: Mar 13 (11:59 pm); Normal: Apr 10 (11:59 pm); Late: Apr 20 (11:59 pm).

Schedule

Doors open/Weigh-ins begin day of event 8:00 am; Matches begin day of event 9:30 am. Schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

Weigh-In

Weigh-ins begin day of event 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 pass required for ages 13+; passes sold at the door. Spectator fee $20.

Where to Stay Near the Venue

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Closest hotels to the venue, sorted by distance.

Closest 1.2 mi from venue SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fort Myers Estero ★ 4.3 10370 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Estero Check availability

1.3 mi from venue Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Myers Estero ★ 4.4 10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Estero Check availability

1.3 mi from venue Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers-Estero/FGCU ★ 4.5 10611 Chevrolet Way, Estero Check availability

1.8 mi from venue Hyatt Place Fort Myers Estero ★ 4.3 23120 Via Villagio, Estero 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 Pan Americans held?

The event is on 2027/04/24 at Estero Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928.

What time do doors open, weigh-ins begin, and matches start on the day of the event?

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

How long do I have to weigh in for my division?

You have up to one hour to weigh-in prior to the start of your division.

What are the registration deadlines?

Early Bird registration deadline is 13 Mar (11:59 pm), Normal registration deadline is 10 Apr (11:59 pm), and Late registration deadline is 20 Apr (11:59 pm).

What is Check Day and when do division merges occur?

Check Day, the last day to change weight without fee, is the Wednesday before the event; merging of uncontested divisions will also happen 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 the bracket size the tournament offers best of three, round robin, and modified double elimination brackets to ensure everyone gets more than one match.

What are the spectator pass rules and cost?

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

Are there coaches passes and how many does each academy receive?

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 with questions not answered in the event links?

For questions not answered in the provided links, email Tim Morthland at support@fujibjj.com.