JUNIOR WARRIORS BJJ OPEN

Sunday, January 17, 2027 Ferndown, United Kingdom

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi Kids

Ruleset

IBJJF

Entry

£30

Description

JUNIOR WARRIORS BJJ OPEN

Welcome to the Junior Warriors BJJ Open — a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition created especially for young athletes.

Our aim is to provide a friendly, well-organised and positive competition experience where children can test their skills, build confidence and enjoy competing.

🥋 GI COMPETITION ONLY

👦👧 BOYS & GIRLS AGED 4–15 YEARS

⚖️ Competitors matched as closely as possible by age, weight and belt/experience level.

🏅 Medals for competitors.

📅 DATE: Sunday 17th January 2027

📍 VENUE: Studio One, Ferndown, Dorset

🏆 RULES: IBJJF rules, with any event-specific amendments published in the Rules & Divisions section.

🤝 ALL ACADEMIES WELCOME!

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration fee: £30 per competitor.

All competitors must be registered through Smoothcomp.

Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring that their child’s details, including date of birth, weight and belt/experience level, are entered correctly.

DIVISIONS & BRACKETS

Divisions will be organised according to age, weight, gender and belt/experience level.

Our priority is to provide fair, safe and competitive matches for every young athlete.

Where there are insufficient competitors in a division, the organisers may contact parents or guardians to discuss suitable alternatives. Any changes will be subject to appropriate safety considerations and parental agreement.

WEIGH-INS & MATCH TIMES

Official weigh-in arrangements, brackets and match schedules will be published closer to the competition.

Competitors and parents should regularly check Smoothcomp for updates.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All competitors must wear a suitable Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi and comply with the published competition rules.

All competitors must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to participate.

Good sportsmanship and respect towards referees, coaches, opponents and spectators are expected throughout the event.

Junior Warriors BJJ Open is committed to creating a safe, welcoming and enjoyable competition environment for all young athletes.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!

Whether this is your child’s first competition or they are already an experienced competitor, Junior Warriors BJJ Open is an opportunity to challenge themselves, gain confidence and enjoy the sport they love.

Event Details

Weigh-In

Official weigh-in arrangements will be published closer to the competition; competitors/parents should check Smoothcomp for updates.

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

Affiliate

Closest hotels to the venue, sorted by distance.

Closest 1.7 mi from venue Premier Inn Bournemouth Ferndown hotel ★ 4.2 504 Ringwood Rd, Ferndown Check availability

2.0 mi from venue Taste Smokehouse & Grill Restaurant ★ 4.3 201 Ringwood Rd, Longham, Ferndown Check availability

2.6 mi from venue The Bridge House ★ 4.3 the bridge house, 2 Ringwood Rd, Ferndown Check availability

3.0 mi from venue Dapplewood caravan site ★ 4.8 Horse Copse Lodge Road, Wimborne Check availability

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Divisions

Boys Gi£30
Girls Gi£30
Girls Gi Division for the Junior warriors BJJ Open

Organizer

JUNIOR WARRIORS BJJ OPEN

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the JUNIOR WARRIORS BJJ OPEN held?

Sunday 17th January 2027 at Studio One, Ferndown, Dorset.

Who is eligible to compete?

Boys and girls aged 4–15 years are eligible to compete.

Is this a Gi or No-Gi event?

GI competition only; all competitors must wear a suitable Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi.

How do I register and how much does it cost?

All competitors must be registered through Smoothcomp and the registration fee is £30 per competitor.

What information must parents or guardians provide during registration?

Parents and guardians must ensure their child’s details, including date of birth, weight and belt/experience level, are entered correctly.

Do competitors need permission from a parent or guardian?

Yes, all competitors must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to participate.

How are divisions organised and what happens if a division has too few competitors?

Divisions are organised by age, weight, gender and belt/experience level; if there are insufficient competitors organisers may contact parents or guardians to discuss suitable alternatives, with any changes subject to safety considerations and parental agreement.

When will weigh-ins, brackets and match schedules be published?

Official weigh-in arrangements, brackets and match schedules will be published closer to the competition and competitors and parents should regularly check Smoothcomp for updates.

What rules govern the competition?

The competition follows IBJJF rules with any event-specific amendments published in the Rules & Divisions section.