GrappleCity: Munster Winter Open 2026
Cork, Ireland
Description
Location: MTU Arena, Munster Technological University, Bishopstown, Cork, T12 ERX0
Doors open 8:30am, first match is 9:30am
Rules: IBJJF rules/points, the only difference is there are no advantages.
What to expect:
- Set of 8x7 metre Zebra competition mats, allowing for fewer resets due to larger mat space
- Proper warm up area
- Crowd control barriers
- Professional medical team on site
- Unique team trophy - Engraved Hurley to the top team
- €500 prize to the top team
- Clothing partner Motion BJJ looking after all your needs - "Motion is created by the destruction of balance"
- Discounted entry if doing multiple divisions
- Event photographer and videographer JantaJPEG
Registrations:
Early registration - Kids/Teens 1 division €37 / 2 divisions €54 (Gi/Nogi) until Oct 25th
Adults/Masters 1 division €45 / 2 divisions €70 (Gi/Nogi) / 3 divisions €90 (Gi/Nogi/absolute) / 4 divisions €110 (Gi/Nogi/both absolutes) until Oct 25th
Normal Registration - Kids/Teens 1 division €47 / 2 divisions €64 (Gi/Nogi) until Nov 22nd
Adults/Masters 1 division €55 / 2 divisions €80 (Gi/Nogi) / 3 divisions €100 (Gi/Nogi/absolute) / 4 divisions €120 (Gi/Nogi/both absolutes) until Nov 22nd
Late registration - Kids/Teens 1 division €57 / 2 divisions €74 (Gi/Nogi) until Dec 2nd
Adults/Masters 1 division €65 / 2 divisions €90 (Gi/Nogi) / 3 divisions €110 (Gi/Nogi/absolute) / 4 divisions €130 (Gi/Nogi/both absolutes) until Dec 2nd
Absolute divisions are €40 if you're looking to enter without doing regular Gi/Nogi division also. Absolute divisions are discounted to €20 if you've entered Gi or Nogi divisions.
Spectators €5 at the registration desk
Maximum Registration threshold: Normal & Late registration will continue until maximum competitors number is reached.
Offer: Brown/Black Belts 50% off. Pro MMA Fighter 50% off.
In order to claim this discount, email us before payment is made & we'll verify your registration: events@grapplecity.com
Changing divisions: After late registration closes, all competitors (or coaches, parents) have until 5PM the following day to make any changes. These changes can be made by logging in & modifying your details. After this change deadline, it will no longer be available to access & change. Competitors who are on their own in a division can change to move up a division or cancel their registration for a full credit. Check out: https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/89-how-to-change-weightclass-or-cancel for more.
Refund policy: Refunds can be gotten up until the late reg date via emailing events@grapplecity.com along with reason for refund request.
For the couple of days from the late registration deadline until the tournament itself, we largely like to issue credits only as its easier/less hassle.
If you're injured, you will be issued a credit.
If the registration deadline passes & there is no one in your division, we will aim to move you to a different divison where possible (you will receive communication in relation to this), if there's no suitable merger available you will be refunded.
Brackets & Schedule: Event brackets will be released at 12 midday on Dec 4th. You can see when your match is on by monitoring your smoothcomp page. TV screens in the venue on the day will also show this.
Weigh Ins: Visit the weigh in desk immediately once you pass registration desk. You only need to weigh in once (without Gi on) for both divisions.
Divisions
- Kids Gi€37
- Kids NoGi€37
- Teens Gi€37
- Teens NoGi€37
- Adult Gi€45
- Adult Nogi€45
- Absolute Gi€40
- Absolute No-Gi€40
Organizer
GrappleCity
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is GrappleCity: Munster Winter Open 2026 held?
The event is at MTU Arena, Munster Technological University, Bishopstown, Cork, T12 ERX0.
What time do doors open and matches start?
Doors open at 8:30am, and the first match is at 9:30am.
What are the registration prices and deadlines?
Early registration is until Oct 25th: Kids/Teens €37 for 1 division or €54 for 2 divisions; Adults/Masters €45 for 1, €70 for 2, €90 for 3, or €110 for 4 divisions. Normal registration is until Nov 22nd: Kids/Teens €47/€64; Adults/Masters €55/€80/€100/€120. Late registration is until Dec 2nd: Kids/Teens €57/€74; Adults/Masters €65/€90/€110/€130.
How much are absolute divisions?
Absolute divisions are €40 if entered without a regular Gi or Nogi division. They are discounted to €20 if you have entered Gi or Nogi divisions.
Are there discounts for Brown/Black Belts or Pro MMA Fighters?
Brown/Black Belts and Pro MMA Fighters can get 50% off. To claim it, email events@grapplecity.com before payment is made so the registration can be verified.
How much are spectator tickets?
Spectators are €5 at the registration desk.
When can competitors change divisions?
After late registration closes, competitors, coaches, or parents have until 5PM the following day to make changes by logging in and modifying details. After that deadline, changes will no longer be available.
What is the refund policy?
Refunds can be requested up until the late registration date by emailing events@grapplecity.com with the reason for the request. For the couple of days from the late registration deadline until the tournament, credits are generally issued; injured competitors will be issued a credit.
When are brackets and schedules released?
Event brackets will be released at 12 midday on Dec 4th. Competitors can monitor their Smoothcomp page, and TV screens in the venue will show information on the day.
How do weigh-ins work?
Visit the weigh-in desk immediately after passing the registration desk. You only need to weigh in once, without Gi on, for both divisions.
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