Grappler Series 6 - Junior Open - Oct 2026
London, United Kingdom
Description
LOCATION: 313 Martial Arts Centre, Northumberland Rd, London E10 7EA
(access from, Rear of 453 Lea Bridge Rd)
DATE: Saturday, 3rd of October 2026
TIMING: Doors Open @ 9:45AM | Event Starts @ 10:30AM
COST: £30/£40 (Early-bird/Normal registation)
REGISTRATION:
Early Bird pricing until 31st of August. The final day to register is the 28th of Sept, this is also your last opportunity to update/ correct any registration details. After this date your registration is locked-in, and there will no further changes allowed.
WEIGH-IN:
Takes place on the day of the event. You are required to weigh-in with your gi on. You must have weighed in at least 30 minutes before your scheduled divisions start time. There will be a slight allowance for weight (1Lb)- Failure to make weight will result in disqualifation. (No division changes can be made on the day.)
DIVISION MERGERS – COMPETE WITH CONFIDENCE!
We want every athlete to enjoy a full and exciting competition experience. After the registration/change deadline, if a division doesn’t have enough competitors, we’ve got you covered! Our team will merge divisions strategically—based on weight, belt level, or age—to make sure every participant gets the chance to step on the mats and enjoy multiple match opportunities.
Please note: Athletes aged 9 and above will compete in gender-specific divisions (Boys vs. Boys / Girls vs. Girls). Athletes under 8 will continue to compete in open, ungendered divisions.
(If we're still unable to match you into a divison, we'll refund you 100% No hassle!)
BRACKETS and SCHEDULE:
48 hours prior to the event the brackets and schedule will be released. You will then be able to locate both from this event page. On the day: we ask that you are present atleast 30 minutes prior your division start time. This is because match times are dynamic and will likely change throughout the day depending on how earlier matches progress.
If you are competing: your next match is always visible on your smoothcomp account page. https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/90-find-out-your-dynamic-starting-time
RULESET: 313 Grapplers Series follows the same ruleset as outlined in Grappling Industries events. https://grapplingindustries.com/rules/ Referee decisions are final.
FORMAT:
313 Grappler series tournaments follow Round Robin formatting. This means that competitors in divisions with atleast 4 particpants, have the opportunity to compete in multiple matches against different opponents.
Tiebreakers are determined by victory method, so we encourage you to actively work for wins via submission. In the unlikely event that competitors are still tied, there will be a head to head fight.
COACH CHAIR and CROWD CONTROL:
We will have space for coaches on either side of score table. (One coach per competitor.) The only people allowed on the mat space during the tournament are the referee, and those competing in that match.
MEDALS:
There will be beautiful first, second, and third place solid metal medals presented to all podium finishers in each bracket.
SPECTATORS:
Spectators fee will be changed at £10 per person, payable by Cash or Card on the day.
FILMING & MEDIA:
There will be photography and videography on the day which will be used for promotional material for the gym, and for future events. In addition to this, you are welcome to record your childs matches provided that they are the main focus of any video/pictures you capture, and your filming is not disruptive.
Divisions
- Boys Gi£40
- Girls Gi£40
- Child Gi£40
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Grappler Series 6 - Junior Open - Oct 2026?
The event is on Saturday, 3rd of October 2026 at 313 Martial Arts Centre, Northumberland Rd, London E10 7EA. Access is from the rear of 453 Lea Bridge Rd.
What time do doors open and when does the event start?
Doors open at 9:45AM and the event starts at 10:30AM.
How much does registration cost and what are the deadlines?
Registration costs £30 for early-bird and £40 for normal registration. Early Bird pricing is available until 31st of August, and the final day to register is the 28th of Sept.
Can I update or correct registration details after registering?
The final day to update or correct registration details is the 28th of Sept. After this date, registration is locked in and no further changes are allowed.
How do weigh-ins work?
Weigh-ins take place on the day of the event, and competitors must weigh in with their gi on. Competitors must weigh in at least 30 minutes before their scheduled division start time, with a 1Lb allowance; failure to make weight results in disqualification.
When will brackets and the schedule be released?
Brackets and the schedule will be released 48 hours prior to the event on the event page. Competitors are asked to be present at least 30 minutes before their division start time because match times are dynamic and may change throughout the day.
How are divisions merged if there are not enough competitors?
After the registration/change deadline, divisions without enough competitors may be merged based on weight, belt level, or age. Athletes aged 9 and above compete in gender-specific divisions, while athletes under 8 compete in open, ungendered divisions.
What happens if the organizer cannot match an athlete into a division?
If the organizer is unable to match an athlete into a division, the athlete will receive a 100% refund.
What is the competition format?
313 Grappler series tournaments follow Round Robin formatting. Competitors in divisions with at least 4 participants have the opportunity to compete in multiple matches against different opponents.
How much are spectator tickets?
The spectator fee is £10 per person, payable by Cash or Card on the day.
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