Description
🥋 KROC SUBMISSION SERIES
Official Event Information
The Kroc Submission Series is a modified ADCC-style submission-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition designed to showcase high-level grappling while supporting a greater cause.
This event also serves as a new official fundraiser for the Salvation Army Hampton Roads Kroc Center.
❤️ Our Mission
Proceeds from this event will directly support:
- Summer Camp scholarships for local children
- Youth development programs
- Young Adult Ministry initiatives
Every registration helps us provide opportunities for kids and young adults in our community who may not otherwise have access to camps, mentorship, and positive programming.
When you compete, you’re investing in the next generation.
📍 Event Location
The Salvation Army Hampton Roads Kroc Center Gymnasium Entrance Norfolk, Virginia
🗓 Event Schedule
Check-In & Weigh-Ins: Held prior to match start time (exact schedule sent via email).
Rules Meeting: Immediately following weigh-ins.
First Match: Begins promptly after the rules meeting.
⚖️ Mandatory Weigh-Ins
All competitors must weigh in on-site.
- Weight will be verified before competing.
- Competitors must make their registered division weight.
- No weigh-in = No competition.
- No refunds for missed weight.
Weigh-in attire guidelines will be announced prior to event day.
💳 Payment Information
Payment is made on-site only.
Accepted forms of payment:
- Cash
- Credit/Debit Card
No checks. No online payment at this time.
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
🎟 Wristbands
After check-in and payment:
- Competitors will receive an official event wristband.
- Wristbands must be worn at all times.
- Please keep your wristband on as much as possible throughout the event.
Lost or removed wristbands may require re-verification before competing.
📋 Check-In Location
The official check-in table will be located:
➡️ Outside the gymnasium entrance.
All competitors must:
- Check in
- Weigh in
- Complete payment
- Receive wristband
Before entering the competition area.
🥋 Rules Overview
Modified ADCC-style rules:
- 6-minute regulation matches
- Submission-only format
- No heel hooks
- No slamming
- Aoki locks permitted
- Toe holds, kneebars, calf slicers, straight ankle locks permitted
Full rules are available on the official Rules Page.
⚠️ Conduct & Safety
- Referees have full authority over match decisions.
- Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in disqualification.
- Athlete safety is prioritized at all times.
- Competitors participate at their own risk.
