NEWBREED LOUISVILLE FALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2026

Saturday, November 21, 2026 Louisville, KY, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Absolute Kids

Entry

$5 - $214

Prizes

Team

Description

DATE CHANGE TO 11/21/26

Get ready to roll, Kentucky! NJJF is returning to King Louie’s Sports Complex on November 21st for the NEWBREED Louisville Fall Championship! Come be part of the action, test your skills, and earn your place on the podium this fall.

Whether you're a seasoned Jiu-Jitsu practitioner or just starting your journey, our tournament welcomes competitors of all ages and skill levels. With both gi and nogi divisions, this is your chance to step onto the mat and put your skills to the test.

Stand tall on the podium with custom medals awarded to the top three athletes in each division, symbolizing your dedication and achievement. First-place winners in any advanced division will be honored with the prestigious NJJF Championship Belt, a true mark of excellence.

Ready for the ultimate challenge? Sign up for our nogi absolute division, where technique and strategy reign supreme. The best athletes in the region will go head-to-head regardless of weight class. Only one will walk away victorious!

Jiu-Jitsu is about more than individual success, and at NEWBREED, teamwork is rewarded. Team points are calculated to determine the top three teams in both youth and adult categories, as well as the overall champion. All seven teams receive an award banner to hang proudly in their academy. First-place teams also take home a custom NJJF trophy, a symbol of their collective excellence.

So, rally the team and get ready to go head-to-head with the competition this fall at the Louisville Fall Championship on October 24th. We'll see you on the mat!

Join Our Team: Interested in becoming part of the NJJF crew? We are always looking for experienced referees, scorekeepers, and weigh-in/podium staff to join us at our events. We also offer opportunities to earn free registration by assisting with event setup.

Event Details

Prize Details

Team competition: team points determine top three teams in youth and adult and the overall champion; all seven teams receive award banners and first-place teams receive a custom NJJF trophy. (Also: NJJF Championship Belt awarded to first-place winners in any advanced division.)

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Divisions

Youth 1- Gi$95
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Youth 1- No-Gi$95
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Youth 2- Gi CO-ED Division$95
Click Add button. Select info. Click Register button. Repeat for No Gi
Youth 2- Gi (GIRLS ONLY)$95
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Women's No-Gi Absolute$95
Select this entry if you are only doing the absolute
Youth 2- No-Gi CO-ED Division$95
Click Add button. Select info. Click Register button. Repeat for Gi
Youth 2- No-Gi (GIRLS ONLY)$95
Click Add button. Select info. Click Register button. Repeat for Gi
Womens Gi$95
Click Add button. Select info. Click Register button. Repeat for No Gi
Womens No-Gi$95
Click Add button. Select info. Click Register button. Repeat for Gi
Mens Gi$95
Click Add button. Select info. Click Register button. Repeat for No Gi
4 Spectator Tickets$85.60
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
5 Spectator Tickets$107
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
Mens No-Gi$95
Click Add button. Select info. Click Register button. Repeat for Gi
10 Spectator Tickets$214
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
Online Service Fee$5
Men's Gi Black Belt Absolute$95
Select this entry if you are only doing the black belt absolute
Men's No-Gi Absolute$95
Select this entry if you are only doing the absolute
1 Spectator Ticket$20
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
2 Spectator Tickets$40
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
3 Spectator Tickets$60
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
4 Spectator Tickets$80
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
5 Spectator Tickets$100
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.
10 Spectator Tickets$200
All prepaid spectator tickets purchased in advance through our website, are to be picked up at the door the day of the event. Tickets are NOT mailed to you but you will have a receipt of your transaction in your account.

Organizer

NEWBREED Ultimate Challenge

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the NEWBREED Louisville Fall Championship 2026 taking place?

The event takes place on November 21, 2026 (DATE CHANGE TO 11/21/26).

Where is the event being held?

The tournament will be held at King Louie’s Sports Complex.

Who can compete in the tournament?

The tournament welcomes competitors of all ages and skill levels.

Are there gi and nogi divisions?

Yes, the event includes both gi and nogi divisions.

What is the nogi absolute division?

The nogi absolute division is an open-weight bracket where competitors go head-to-head regardless of weight class.

What individual awards are given?

Custom medals are awarded to the top three athletes in each division, and first-place winners in any advanced division receive an NJJF Championship Belt.

How are team results handled and what team awards are given?

Team points determine the top three teams in youth and adult categories as well as the overall champion; all seven teams receive an award banner, and first-place teams receive a custom NJJF trophy.

Are there opportunities to work at the event or earn free registration?

Yes, organizers are seeking experienced referees, scorekeepers, and weigh-in/podium staff, and there are opportunities to earn free registration by assisting with event setup.