NEW ART JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP
Wavre, Belgium
Description
NEW ART JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP
NEW ART JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP – Saturday, October 17
!! 120 SPOTS ONLY !!
📍 Schedule
Doors open: 9:00 AM First matches: 9:30 AM
Address:Place Henri Berger 2, 1300 Wavre
Weigh-in: Until 30 minutes before your first match.
Competition Format
This year's Championship will feature two different competitions, allowing everyone to compete according to their objectives.
You are free to register for:
- The Round Robin Tournament only.
- The Absolute Championship only.
- Or both competitions.
Participation in the Round Robin Tournament is not required to enter the Absolute Championship.
1. Round Robin Tournament
Open to all competitors.
The tournament will follow a Round Robin format, meaning every athlete faces every other athlete in their division, guaranteeing multiple matches (up to 5 depending on the number of participants).
Divisions
Beginner: White Belt Intermediate: Blue Belt Advanced: Purple Belt and above
Women's divisions
- Light: -61 kg
- Heavy: +61 kg
Men's divisions
- Feather: -67.5 kg
- Light: -73.5 kg
- Middle: -79.5 kg
- Medium Heavy: -85.5 kg
- Heavy: -91.5 kg
- Super Heavy: -97.5 kg
- Ultra Heavy: No weight limit
2. Absolute Championship
For those looking for an extra challenge, an Absolute Championship will also be held.
Divisions
- White Belt under 80 kg
- White Belt over 80 kg
- Blue Belt under 80 kg
- Blue Belt over 80 kg
Additional entry fee: €50
Payment
Bank transfer (exact amount):
BE46 0019 9643 8236 NA ASBL
Communication: Name of fighter – Absolute – Belt – Weight
Cash Prize
The winner of each Absolute division will receive €30 for every registered competitor in their category.
Examples:
- 8 competitors → Winner receives €240
- 10 competitors → Winner receives €300
- 12 competitors → Winner receives €360
The winner will also receive free gear.
Rules
- IBJJF No-Gi Rules.
- For Advanced divisions, the lower belt competitor may choose the applicable rule set.
- Any disrespectful behaviour may result in immediate disqualification.
Registration
Registration deadline: October 13 – 11:59 PM
Round Robin Entry Fee
- €30 until August 15
- €40 from August 16 until October 13
Absolute Championship Entry
Participation in the Absolute Championship requires an additional €50 entry fee, regardless of when you register.
If you enter both competitions, you must pay the Round Robin registration fee + €50 for the Absolute Championship.
Please specify "Absolute" in the bank transfer communication if you are also registering for the Absolute Championship.
Payment
Bank transfer (exact amount):
BE46 0019 9643 8236 NA ASBL
Communication:
Name of fighter – Division level – Weight+ Absolute (if applicable)
Prizes
- 🥇🥈🥉 Medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in every division.
- 🎁 Free gear for all Absolute Champions.
If the event has to be cancelled, all registrations will be fully refunded.
For any questions:
Divisions
- Men +18 years€40
- MEN ABSOLUTE CHAMPIONSHIP€50
- Women +18 years€40
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the NEW ART JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP?
The event is on Saturday, October 17 at Place Henri Berger 2, 1300 Wavre.
What time do doors open and matches start?
Doors open at 9:00 AM. First matches start at 9:30 AM.
When is weigh-in?
Weigh-in is until 30 minutes before your first match.
What is the registration deadline?
The registration deadline is October 13 at 11:59 PM.
How much does registration cost?
Round Robin entry costs €30 until August 15, and €40 from August 16 until October 13. Absolute Championship entry costs an additional €50 regardless of when you register.
What competitions can I register for?
You may register for the Round Robin Tournament only, the Absolute Championship only, or both. Participation in the Round Robin Tournament is not required to enter the Absolute Championship.
What are the Round Robin divisions?
Levels are Beginner: White Belt, Intermediate: Blue Belt, and Advanced: Purple Belt and above. Women's weight divisions are Light -61 kg and Heavy +61 kg; men's divisions are Feather -67.5 kg, Light -73.5 kg, Middle -79.5 kg, Medium Heavy -85.5 kg, Heavy -91.5 kg, Super Heavy -97.5 kg, and Ultra Heavy with no weight limit.
What are the Absolute Championship divisions?
The Absolute Championship divisions are White Belt under 80 kg, White Belt over 80 kg, Blue Belt under 80 kg, and Blue Belt over 80 kg.
How do I pay?
Payment is by bank transfer for the exact amount to BE46 0019 9643 8236 NA ASBL. Use the communication: Name of fighter – Division level – Weight + Absolute if applicable; for Absolute-only payment, use Name of fighter – Absolute – Belt – Weight.
What is the refund policy if the event is cancelled?
If the event has to be cancelled, all registrations will be fully refunded.
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