FUJI BJJ Springfield, IL Fall Open

Saturday, November 14, 2026 Springfield, IL, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$85

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Date: 11/14/2026

Venue: Orr Building

Address: 66 4 H Rd, Springfield, IL 62702

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: 03 Oct (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 31 Oct (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 10 Nov (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)

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 at Cori@fujibjj.com

Event Details

Format

Other

Registration

Early Bird: Oct 3 (11:59 PM); Normal: Oct 31 (11:59 PM); Late: Nov 10 (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

Doors open and weigh-ins begin on day of event at 8:00 AM. Check Day (last day to change weight without fee) is the Wednesday before the event; merging of uncontested divisions happens the Wednesday before the event.

Spectator Fee

Spectator fee $20 (passes may be purchased at the door); required for all spectators over age 12.

Where to Stay Near the Venue

Affiliate

Closest hotels to the venue, sorted by distance.

Closest 2.0 mi from venue Carpenter Street Hotel ★ 4.1 525 N 6th St, Springfield Check availability

2.2 mi from venue Pioneer Motel ★ 2.6 4321 Frontage Rd, Springfield Check availability

2.5 mi from venue State House Inn & Conference Center ★ 3.8 101 E Adams St, Springfield Check availability

2.5 mi from venue President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel ★ 4.0 701 E Adams St, Springfield 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
Coaches$0
Coaches registration and Badge

Organizer

Clinton Grider - FUJI BJJ Region 8

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is FUJI BJJ Springfield, IL Fall Open?

The event is on 11/14/2026 at the Orr Building, 66 4 H Rd, Springfield, IL 62702.

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 9:30 am.

What are the registration deadlines?

Early Bird registration deadline is 03 Oct at 11:59 pm. Normal registration deadline is 31 Oct at 11:59 pm, and late registration deadline is 10 Nov at 11:59 pm.

What is the spectator fee?

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

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?

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

When will the schedule be published?

The schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

What competition format will be used?

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

Who can compete in the event?

The age standard is age 4 and up. All states are welcome.

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

Email Cori at Cori@fujibjj.com for questions not answered in the provided links.