FUJI BJJ Rockford Winter Open

Saturday, December 12, 2026 Rockford, IL, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$85

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Date: 12/12/2026

Venue: Sports Factory

Address: 305 S Madison St, Rockford, IL 61104

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: 31 Oct (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 28 Nov (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 08 Dec (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

Event Details

Format

Double elimination

Registration

Early: Oct 31 (11:59 PM); Normal: Nov 28 (11:59 PM); Late: Dec 8 (11:59 PM).

Schedule

Doors open 8:00 AM (day of event); matches begin 9:00 AM (day of event); event schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

Weigh-In

Doors open/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 fee: $20 (payable at the door). All spectators over age 12 must have a spectator pass. Eac

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
Coaches$0
Coaches Registration

Organizer

Clinton Grider - FUJI BJJ Region 8

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is FUJI BJJ Rockford Winter Open?

The event is on 12/12/2026 at Sports Factory, 305 S Madison St, Rockford, IL 61104.

What time do doors open and matches begin?

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 deadline is 31 Oct at 11:59 pm. Normal registration deadline is 28 Nov at 11:59 pm. Late registration deadline is 08 Dec at 11:59 pm.

When can competitors 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.

What is the weigh-in timing?

Weigh-ins begin at 8:00 am on the day of the event. Competitors have up to one hour to weigh in prior to the start of their division, and should check Smoothcomp because times may change.

What competition formats may be used?

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

Who can compete?

The event lists age standards as age 4 and up. All states are welcome.

Is there a spectator fee?

All spectators over 12 years old must have a spectator pass. Passes are $20 and may be purchased at the door upon entry.

How can I ask questions not answered by the listed resources?

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