Maritime Open 2026
Truro, NS, Canada
Description
Guillotine Grappling Presents
Maritime Open 2026
📅 September 12, 2026
Guillotine Grappling is back on September 12th with the Maritime Open.
This competition features Gi and No-Gi divisions for Kids, Youth, and Adults, including Adult Absolute divisions.
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📍 Event Details
Location: Truro Middle School
Doors Open: 8:30 AM
Event Starts: 9:45 AM
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Registration Fees
$55 – One division
$90 – Gi + No-Gi
Absolute Divisions:
$30 – One absolute
$40 – Both absolutes
⚠️ CAPACITY IS LIMITED
The event has a set capacity.
Registration may close early once the event is full. Register early to secure your spot.
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Experience Levels
Beginner: Under 1.5 years of BJJ or grappling
Intermediate: 1.5–5 years
Advanced: 5+ years
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🏆 Division Formats
Regular Divisions (Guaranteed 2 Matches):
2 competitors: Best 2 out of 3
3 competitors: Round Robin
4+ competitors: Double-elimination consolation bracket
After one loss, the highest placement possible is 3rd
Absolute Divisions:
Single elimination
⚠️ Divisions may be combined, amended, or created based on registration numbers.
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Age & Category Breakdown
Kids:
Ages 5-6, 7–9, and 10–12
Divided by experience and weight
Youth:
Female & Male: Ages 13–15 and 16–17
Divided by experience and weight
Adults:
Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced
Age categories
Adults: 18–29, Masters: 30–39, and Legends: 40+
Adult Weight Classes:
Under 145, 146–160, 161–175, 176–195, 196–215, 216+
⏱ Match Length
Kids: 3 minutes
Youth: 4 minutes
Adults: 5 minutes
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⚖️ Weigh-Ins & Check-Ins
All weigh-ins take place the day of the event.
Kids: No weigh-in (Coach’s Honor)
Must still check in and sign waiver
Youth Weigh-Ins: 8:30–9:15 AM
Adult Weigh-Ins: Begin at 9:15 AM
✔️ 2 lb allowance
❌ Failure to weigh in before your first match results in disqualification without refund
❌ Missing registered weight = disqualification without refund
📝 Under 18: A parent or guardian must sign the waiver.
📩 Weight Change Deadline:
If by Thursday, September 10, 2026, you think you won’t make weight, message us on Facebook and we can move you up a division.
It’s better to compete up than not compete at all.
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📊 Brackets & Schedule
Brackets and a tentative schedule will be released 24 hours before the event
Schedules can also be viewed on Smoothcomp during the event
A courtesy call will be made before your match
⚠️ Failure to report when called will result in disqualification without refund. Please stay mat-side and be ready.
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Spectator Information
Spectator Entry:
We will be accepting donations for the local Food Bank:
Cash and Non-perishable food items
Thank you for supporting the community 🙏
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🧑⚖️ Work With Us
We are always looking for:
Experienced referees
Scorekeepers
Weigh-in & podium staff
We also offer free registration in exchange for help with event setup.
📧 Contact: guillotinegrappling@gmail.com
Divisions
- KIDS Gi$55
- KID'S NOGI$55
- YOUTH FEMALE NOGI$55
- YOUTH FEMALE GI$55
- YOUTH MALE GI$55
- YOUTH MALE NOGI$55
- ADULT FEMALE GI$55
- FEMALE ABSOLUTE GI$30
- ADULT FEMALE NOGI$55
- FEMALE ABSOLUTE NOGI$30
- ADULT MALE GI$55
- MALE ABSOLUTE GI$30
- ADULT MALE NOGI$55
- MALE ABSOLUTE NOGI$30
- Stop pulling guard Seminar$40
- Submission Teams 6$20
Organizer
Guillotine Grappling
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Maritime Open 2026?
Maritime Open 2026 is on September 12, 2026 at Truro Middle School. Doors open at 8:30 AM and the event starts at 9:45 AM.
What divisions are offered?
The competition features Gi and No-Gi divisions for Kids, Youth, and Adults, including Adult Absolute divisions. Kids, Youth, and Adults are divided by age, experience, and weight as listed in the event description.
How much does registration cost?
Registration is $55 for one division and $90 for Gi + No-Gi. Absolute divisions cost $30 for one absolute or $40 for both absolutes.
Is there a capacity limit?
Yes. The event has a set capacity, and registration may close early once the event is full.
What are the experience levels?
Beginner is under 1.5 years of BJJ or grappling, Intermediate is 1.5–5 years, and Advanced is 5+ years.
What are the match formats and lengths?
Regular divisions guarantee 2 matches: 2 competitors use best 2 out of 3, 3 competitors use round robin, and 4+ competitors use a double-elimination consolation bracket. Absolute divisions are single elimination; match lengths are Kids 3 minutes, Youth 4 minutes, and Adults 5 minutes.
When are weigh-ins and check-ins?
All weigh-ins take place the day of the event. Kids have no weigh-in but must check in and sign a waiver; Youth weigh-ins are 8:30–9:15 AM, and Adult weigh-ins begin at 9:15 AM.
What are the weigh-in rules?
There is a 2 lb allowance. Failure to weigh in before your first match or missing your registered weight results in disqualification without refund; competitors under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the waiver.
When will brackets and schedules be available?
Brackets and a tentative schedule will be released 24 hours before the event. Schedules can also be viewed on Smoothcomp during the event, and failure to report when called results in disqualification without refund.
What is the spectator entry policy?
Spectator entry accepts donations for the local Food Bank. Cash and non-perishable food items will be accepted.
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