FUJI BJJ Western Kentucky Championship

Saturday, May 1, 2027 Paducah, KY, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$85

Description

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Date: 2027/05/01

Venue: Schroeder Expo Center

Address: 415 Park St, Paducah, KY 42001

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: 20 Mar (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 17 Apr (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 27 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

Other

Registration

Early: 20 Mar (11:59 pm); Normal: 17 Apr (11:59 pm); Late: 27 Apr (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 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; all spectators over age 12 must have a spectator pass purchasable at the door.

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

Tim Morthland - FUJI BJJ Region 4

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the FUJI BJJ Western Kentucky Championship?

Date: 2027/05/01 at Schroeder Expo Center, 415 Park St, Paducah, KY 42001.

What time do doors open and matches begin?

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 registration deadlines?

Early Bird registration deadline: 20 Mar (11:59 pm); Normal registration deadline: 17 Apr (11:59 pm); Late registration deadline: 27 Apr (11:59 pm).

When is Check Day and what is it for?

Check Day is the Wednesday before the event and is the last day to change weight without a fee.

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 competition formats will be used?

Depending on the bracket size they offer 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 price?

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

How many free coaches passes does each academy receive?

Each academy will receive at least 1 free coaches pass, with at least 1 free pass provided per 5 students registered; the total amount depends on how many students from that academy are registered.

When will the schedule be published and when will uncontested divisions be merged?

The schedule will be published the Thursday before the event, and merging of uncontested divisions will happen the Wednesday before the event.

Who do I contact for questions not answered in the provided links?

Email Tim Morthland at support@fujibjj.com.