Newcastle BJJ Open - NoGi, Gi and Sub Only Autumn 2026
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
Description
Newcastle BJJ Open 2026
The Newcastle BJJ open invites you to join us on Saturday the 31st of October for our eleventh event - This is being held at:
Benfield Sports Centre
Benfield Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 4NU, United Kingdom
The venue is 3 miles from the city centre, has on-site parking and is accessible from nearby Palmersville metro station and the A1058 ‘coast road’.
General information:
The times and schedules will be updated in real time and displayed on a screen and accessible to the general public on smart devices through the SmoothComp platform.
We will have a fully qualified first-aider experienced in providing assistance to athletes and a team of qualified referees.
Official rules can be found here
Divisions:
Masters division (30+) - will be 5 minute rounds using IBJJF rules
Juvenile divisions will be 5 minutes rounds using IBJJF Rules
Adult - White/blue/Purple/Brown use standard IBJJF times/rules
*** Absolute - White/blue/Purple/Brown SUB ONLY rules. belt legal submissions, if there is no finish bouts are scored on the athlete who has the most legitimate submission attempts. ***
A 'round robin' format will be used for all categories with 3/4/5 participants, this is to ensure that all competitors will have a minimum of 2 fights.
Early bird prices:
Juvenile NoGi or Gi £25
Juvenile Nogi and Gi £35
Male Nogi or Gi £35
Male Nogi and Gi £55
Female NoGi or Gi £35
Female Nogi and Gi £55
Male Gi Absolute - £35
Male Nogi Absolute - £35
Female Gi Absolute - £35
Female Nogi Absolute - £35
BIG Discounts for combining divisions - 50% off Absolute if combined with another division(s).
Medals:
Bespoke medals will be awarded to top 3 competitors in each division.
Entry requirements:
During your application, please be sure to enter the correct weight, age and experience level. If incorrect details are entered this can cause us unnecessary delays on the day if we need to correct them. You have until 24th of October to change you weight/belt.
Changing divisions/amendments:
Any amendments to your original application, including changes to your registered division need to be either updated on your Smoothcomp registration or emailed to us by Saturday 24th of October. Brackets and divisions will be set up by Wednesday 28th October
Refund:
Refunds are only possible until 18/10/26 after that medals will be ordered and no refund will be possible.
Merging divisions:
We reserve the right to merge divisions after the registration deadline in the unlikely event that you are the only competitor in your registered division group.
If you have trouble changing your division, email us or please check out: https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/89-how-to-change-weightclass-or-cancel
Weighing in:
Weighing in takes place on the day of the competition starting from 9am, Doors open 8.am.
The weigh-in is done whilst wearing your Gi if appropriate.
Uniform:
White, Royal blue or black gi's to be worn - no mixed i.e. white pants and blue jacket.
Please bring flip flops or similar footwear for walking around the hall and/or between the warm up mats and competition area. Anyone seen going barefoot to the toilets will be disqualified.
Spectators
FREE entry for spectators
We look forward to seeing you.
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Thank you
The Newcastle Open Team
Divisions
- Boys No-Gi£25
- Boys Gi£25
- Girls No-Gi£25
- Girls Gi£25
- Juvenile Boys Gi£25
- Juvenile Boys No-Gi£25
- Juvenile Girls Gi£25
- Male Absolute No-Gi£35
- Female Absolute No-Gi£35
- Male Gi£35
- Female Gi£35
- Juvenile Girls No-Gi£25
- Male Absolute Gi£35
- Female Absolute Gi£35
- Male No-Gi£35
- Female No-Gi£35
Organizer
Newcastle BJJ Open
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Newcastle BJJ Open 2026?
The event is on Saturday the 31st of October at Benfield Sports Centre, Benfield Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 4NU, United Kingdom.
What time do doors open and weigh-ins start?
Doors open at 8.am. Weigh-ins take place on the day of the competition starting from 9am.
What are the early bird entry prices?
Early bird prices are: Juvenile NoGi or Gi £25; Juvenile Nogi and Gi £35; Male Nogi or Gi £35; Male Nogi and Gi £55; Female NoGi or Gi £35; Female Nogi and Gi £55; Male Gi Absolute £35; Male Nogi Absolute £35; Female Gi Absolute £35; Female Nogi Absolute £35. There is 50% off Absolute if combined with another division(s).
What divisions and rules are listed?
Masters division (30+) and Juvenile divisions have 5 minute rounds using IBJJF rules. Adult White, Blue, Purple, and Brown use standard IBJJF times/rules. Absolute divisions for White, Blue, Purple, and Brown use SUB ONLY rules with belt legal submissions; if there is no finish, bouts are scored by the most legitimate submission attempts.
What competition format will be used?
A round robin format will be used for all categories with 3, 4, or 5 participants, so competitors in those categories have a minimum of 2 fights.
What is the deadline for changing weight, belt, or division details?
You have until 24th of October to change your weight/belt. Any amendments, including changes to your registered division, must be updated on Smoothcomp or emailed by Saturday 24th of October.
When will brackets and divisions be set?
Brackets and divisions will be set up by Wednesday 28th October.
What is the refund deadline?
Refunds are only possible until 18/10/26. After that, medals will be ordered and no refund will be possible.
Are spectators charged for entry?
No. Spectator entry is free.
What uniform and footwear rules are stated?
White, royal blue, or black gis must be worn, with no mixed gi colors such as white pants and a blue jacket. Competitors should bring flip flops or similar footwear; anyone seen going barefoot to the toilets will be disqualified.
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