JJLF Championship (cash prize)

Friday, November 20, 2026 Lake Forest , United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Ruleset

IBJJF

Entry

$99

Prizes

$700

Description

Cash prized based on bracket size

2 people = $100 to 1st

3 people = $150 to 1st

4 people = $200 to 1st

5-7 people = $250 to 1st

8 people = $300 to 1st

16 people = $700 to 1st & $100 to 2nd

Join the fun environment with food vendors, merch booths, and other sports leagues!

single elimination, IBJJF (without advantages) ruleset, 5 min match max, last to score if tied.

want to work or volunteer? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/zwyCrjJjLmZLe6Sy6

Vendors interested in a space? Contact us at jiujitsuleaguefest@gmail.com

2 full sized competition Mats

warm up area

doors open 4 pm

Kids 5-7pm

adults 7-9pm

KIDS: grey white fights grey white only

Event Details

Format

Single elimination

Schedule

Doors open 4:00 PM; Kids 5:00–7:00 PM; Adults 7:00–9:00 PM.

Prize Details

Cash prizes to 1st based on bracket size: 2 people $100; 3 people $150; 4 people $200; 5–7 people $250; 8 people $300; 16 people $700 to 1st and $100 to 2nd.

Rules

This event runs under IBJJF rules.

Two points for a takedown, sweep or knee on belly, three for a pass, four for mount or back, with advantages and penalties to split the close ones. Know the scoreboard before you're the one staring at it.

How IBJJF scoring works

Where to Stay Near the Venue

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Divisions

Boys Gi$99
Girls Gi$99
Male No-Gi$99
18 years and above
Female No-Gi$99
18 years and above

Organizer

Jiu Jitsu League Fest

Frequently Asked Questions

How are cash prizes awarded?

Cash prizes depend on bracket size: 2 people = $100 to 1st; 3 = $150 to 1st; 4 = $200 to 1st; 5–7 = $250 to 1st; 8 = $300 to 1st; 16 = $700 to 1st and $100 to 2nd.

What competition format and rules are used?

Single elimination using the IBJJF ruleset without advantages; matches are a maximum of 5 minutes and if tied are decided by the last to score.

When do doors open and what are the event times for kids and adults?

Doors open at 4 pm; kids compete from 5–7 pm and adults compete from 7–9 pm.

How many competition mats will be available and is there a warm-up area?

There are two full-sized competition mats and a warm-up area.

How can I sign up to work or volunteer?

Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/zwyCrjJjLmZLe6Sy6.

Who should vendors contact about a vendor space?

Vendors should contact jiujitsuleaguefest@gmail.com.

What are the rules for kids divisions?

Kids: grey and white fights grey and white only.