King of the South IX BJJ Festival 2026
Queenstown, New Zealand
Description
NZBJJF MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
All competitors are required to have current NZBJJF membership to compete in all NZBJJF nation wide events. In order to compete the online registration process, competitors must authenticate using their NZBJJF membership https://nzbjjf.smoothcomp.com/en/federation/109/membership. If you have any further membership related queries or assistance, please e-mail: membership@nzbjjf.co.nz
The NZBJJF will calculates competitor date of births against the the 31-12-2021 (or current year minus year of birth) to align with IBJJF rules. So, a competitor born on the 12-09-2008 will therefore compete in the 13 Year Old age group. Please check https://ibjjf.com/rules/
Weight Selection
Weights in the drop down box are represented as net with the appropriate Gi or No Gi allowance included in brackets e.g. the 79kg (82.3kg) Gi weight category means a net weight under 79kg and a combined gross weight (including Gi) of under 82.3kg.
Refund Policy
If you would like to cancel your registration you have till the last day of registration to request a 100% refund. After that the registration fee is non-refundable.
!!! IMPORTANT NOTICE !!!
Avoid disappointment and frustration on the day
Any athlete (children, juveniles and adults) that weigh in over their registered weight division will be disqualified immediately.
There will be NO changing of divisions for children, juveniles and adults on the day or after the brackets goes live and NO refunds will be given.
ROUGH ITINERARY:
| Day | Approx Time | Event |
| Saturday | 8.00 | Kids Weigh In |
| 9.00 - 10.30 | Kids Gi | |
| 10.00 | Adults Weigh In | |
| 10.30-12.00 | Kids No Gi | |
| 12.30 - 14.30 | Adults/Masters Gi and Absolutes | |
| 14.00 - 17.00 | Adults/Masters No-Gi and Absolutes | |
| Sunday | 9.00 - 11.00 | seminars |
AWARD CEREMONY
Will happen right after all matches are completed in your specific division. Please head to the podium with the 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place competitors from your division to receive your medal together and take photos.
* If you have any issues with signing up please get in touch via email at queenstown@nzbjjf.co.nz
Good luck to all competitors, we look forward to a great day of Jiu Jitsu!
Divisions
- Boys Gi$55
- Boys No-Gi$55
- Girls Gi$55
- Girls No-Gi$55
- Juvenile Boys Gi$60
- Juvenile Boys No-Gi$60
- Juvenile Girls Gi$60
- Juvenile Girls No-Gi$60
- Male Gi$65
- Male No-Gi$65
- Female Gi$65
- Female No-Gi$65
Organizer
NZBJJF South
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NZBJJF membership required to compete?
Yes. All competitors are required to have current NZBJJF membership to compete in NZBJJF nation wide events, and must authenticate using their NZBJJF membership during online registration.
Who can I contact for NZBJJF membership questions?
For membership-related queries or assistance, email membership@nzbjjf.co.nz.
What is the refund policy?
You may request a 100% refund until the last day of registration if you want to cancel your registration. After that, the registration fee is non-refundable.
Can competitors change divisions on the day?
No. There will be no changing of divisions for children, juveniles, or adults on the day or after the brackets go live, and no refunds will be given.
What happens if an athlete weighs in over their registered weight division?
Any athlete, including children, juveniles, and adults, who weighs in over their registered weight division will be disqualified immediately.
How are weight categories shown during registration?
Weights in the drop-down box are shown as net weight with the appropriate Gi or No-Gi allowance included in brackets. For example, 79kg (82.3kg) Gi means a net weight under 79kg and a combined gross weight including Gi under 82.3kg.
What is the rough Saturday itinerary?
Saturday: Kids Weigh In at 8.00; Kids Gi from 9.00 - 10.30; Adults Weigh In at 10.00; Kids No Gi from 10.30-12.00; Adults/Masters Gi and Absolutes from 12.30 - 14.30; Adults/Masters No-Gi and Absolutes from 14.00 - 17.00.
What is scheduled for Sunday?
Seminars are scheduled on Sunday from 9.00 - 11.00.
When is the award ceremony?
The award ceremony will happen right after all matches are completed in your specific division. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place competitors should head to the podium together to receive medals and take photos.
Who can I contact if I have issues signing up?
If you have issues signing up, email queenstown@nzbjjf.co.nz.
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