MSC CHAMPIONSHIP

Saturday, December 19, 2026 Almada, Lisboa, Portugal

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Absolute Kids

Ruleset

IBJJF

Entry

€30 - €35

Prizes

Team

Description

Registration for the MSC Championship opens on 1 August — and is limited to 600 athletes!

Don't miss the chance to be part of this competition.

Spots are confirmed in order of registration and payment, so secure your place on the mat now!

Once the limit is reached, registration closes — no exceptions.

Do you accept the challenge? Then sign up now!

Divisions

Kids / Juvenile / Adult / Master

Gi and No-Gi

Event date

19 December 2026

Registration periods

Phase 1: 1 August – 4 October

Phase 2: 5 October – 12 December

Registration fees

Phase 1

Kids – €30
Juvenile / Adult / Master – €35

No-Gi

Juvenile / Adult / Master – €35

Gi + No-Gi

Juvenile / Adult / Master – €50

Phase 2

Kids – €35
Juvenile / Adult / Master – €50

No-Gi

Juvenile / Adult / Master – €50

Gi + No-Gi

Juvenile / Adult / Master – €70

Rules

Athletes must arrive 1 hour before their match.

The event starts at 9:30 a.m.

Official photo ID is required.

Athletes placing 1st, 2nd or 3rd in their respective divisions may enter the absolute division.

Rules based on IBJJF.

Awards

Gi Absolute

Juvenile 1 and 2, White belt – Medal

Juvenile 1 and 2, Blue belt – Championship belt + Gi

Adult Male

White – Championship belt + Gi

Blue – Championship belt + Gi

Purple – Championship belt + Gi

Brown – Championship belt + Gi

Black – Championship belt + Gi

Master 1 to 7, Male

White – Championship belt + Gi

Blue – Championship belt + Gi

Purple – Championship belt + Gi

Brown – Championship belt + Gi

Black – Championship belt + Gi

Adult Female, White belt – Medal

Adult Female, Blue and Purple belts combined (GP) – Championship belt + Gi

Adult Female, Brown and Black belts combined (GP) – Championship belt + Gi

Master 1 to 7 Female Absolute – Medal

Trophy for the fastest submission, Kids and Juvenile

Trophy for the fastest submission, Adult and Master

Divisions

Medals awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

Award requirements

A minimum of 6 registered athletes is required for absolute division awards to be given.

Team awards Kids & Juvenile / Adult & Master

1st place – Trophy
2nd place – Trophy
3rd place – Trophy

Information

Schedule and brackets published on 17 December.

To edit their registration, athletes must do so from their profile until 14 December.

No refunds or registration transfers

Event Details

Registration

Phase 1: 1 August – 4 October; Phase 2: 5 October – 12 December; registration opens 1 August; entries limited to 600 athletes.

Schedule

Event starts at 9:30 a.m.; schedule and brackets published on 17 December.

Weigh-In

Athletes must arrive 1 hour before their match; official photo ID required.

Prize Details

Team awards: trophies for 1st–3rd place for Kids & Juvenile and Adult & Master team categories.

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€30
Girls Gi€30
Juvenile Boys No-Gi€35
16-17 years
Juvenile Boys Gi€35
16-17 years
Juvenile Girls No-Gi€35
16-17 years
Juvenile Girls Gi€35
16-17 years
Male No-Gi€35
18 years and above
Male Gi€35
18 years and above
Female No-Gi€35
18 years and above
Female Gi€35
18 years and above
Absoluto Juvenile Boys Gi€0
16-17 years
Absoluto Juvenile Girls Gi€0
16-17 years

Organizer

MSC Championship

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the MSC Championship?

The MSC Championship is on 19 December 2026.

What time does the event start?

The event starts at 9:30 a.m. Athletes must arrive 1 hour before their match.

When does registration open and close?

Registration opens on 1 August. Phase 1 runs from 1 August to 4 October, and Phase 2 runs from 5 October to 12 December.

Is there a registration capacity limit?

Yes. Registration is limited to 600 athletes, and spots are confirmed in order of registration and payment. Once the limit is reached, registration closes with no exceptions.

What divisions are offered?

The event offers Kids, Juvenile, Adult, and Master divisions. Gi and No-Gi divisions are available.

What are the Phase 1 registration fees?

Phase 1 fees are: Gi Kids €30; Gi Juvenile / Adult / Master €35; No-Gi Juvenile / Adult / Master €35; Gi + No-Gi Juvenile / Adult / Master €50.

What are the Phase 2 registration fees?

Phase 2 fees are: Gi Kids €35; Gi Juvenile / Adult / Master €50; No-Gi Juvenile / Adult / Master €50; Gi + No-Gi Juvenile / Adult / Master €70.

When will brackets and the schedule be published?

Schedule and brackets will be published on 17 December.

Can athletes edit their registration?

Yes. Athletes can edit their registration from their profile until 14 December.

What is the refund or transfer policy?

There are no refunds or registration transfers.