Nordic Open Grappling #17

Saturday, September 18, 2027 Nacka, Sweden

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Prizes

10,000 SEK

Description

NOG #17 - September 18th

Nordic Open Grappling is held four times a year at our facilities in Nacka, where we strive to deliver a professional and exciting experience for both competitors and spectators.

The competition is open to juniors, adult and master with divisions for all experience levels.

Nordic Open Grappling (NOG), organized by Nacka Dojo, returns for another action-packed season! With over 20 years of tournament experience, NOG has become one of Sweden’s leading submission wrestling events.

⚔️ Registration

Limited to 200 competitors! Secure your spot early – registration is only complete once all steps are finalized.

👥 Coaches & Spectators

Each academy receives 1 free coach pass (registration required).
Spectator tickets: 75 SEK (pre-purchase) / 100 SEK (on-site, if available). Space is limited, so pre-buy your ticket to guarantee entry. All visitors aged 12+ need a ticket.

🏆 NORDIC OPEN RANKING – 10,000 SEK PRIZE

Earn ranking points at every NOG & NOC event throughout 2027. The overall Adult Advanced Male and Female Champions will each receive 10,000 SEK in prize money and the title of Nordic Open Champion!

🎥 Livestream on Smoothcomp TV

Watch every match through Smoothcomp TV.

📕 Rules & Bracket Format

Submission only, with points in overtime.
Official SSWL ruleset applies (no wrestling shoes).

2 player: Best of three

3-5 players: True Round Robin

From 6 players or more: Pools with round robin, final rounds with Single Elimination.

Winning a match by submission is valued higher and awards more points. Competitors with the highest points in their pool advance to the final single elimination round.

⚖️ Weigh-ins

Open from 9:00 AM, approximately 30 minutes before your first match. Once weighed in, remain competition-ready within the venue.

⏰ Schedule

Matches begin at 9:30 AM. Brackets and start times will be published Thursday before the event.

Event Details

Format

Pools

Schedule

Matches begin at 9:30 AM. Brackets and start times will be published the Thursday before the event.

Weigh-In

Weigh-ins open from 9:00 AM; approximately 30 minutes before your first match. Once weighed in, remain competition-ready within the venue.

Prize Details

Overall Adult Advanced Male and Female Champions each receive 10,000 SEK prize money as part of the Nordic Open Ranking.

Spectator Fee

75 SEK (pre-purchase) / 100 SEK (on-site, if available); all visitors aged 12+ need a ticket.

Where to Stay Near the Venue

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Divisions

Men NoGi500 SEK
Women NoGi500 SEK
Junior NoGi300 SEK
1 Spectator75 SEK
Spectator ticket is needed from 12+ years.
2 Spectators150 SEK
Spectator ticket is needed from 12+ years.
Coachpass0 SEK
Assigned coach from each academy can apply for an individual coachpass. 1 coach per academy.

Organizer

Nacka Dojo

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is Nordic Open Grappling #17 taking place?

NOG #17 is on September 18th at the event facilities in Nacka.

Who can compete at the event?

The competition is open to juniors, adult and master divisions and includes divisions for all experience levels.

How many competitors are allowed and when is my registration complete?

The event is limited to 200 competitors, and registration is only complete once all required steps are finalized.

How many coach passes does each academy get?

Each academy receives 1 free coach pass, but registration for that pass is required.

What are the spectator ticket prices and requirements?

Spectator tickets are 75 SEK pre-purchase or 100 SEK on-site if available; space is limited and all visitors aged 12+ need a ticket.

When do matches start and when will brackets and start times be published?

Matches begin at 9:30 AM, and brackets and start times will be published the Thursday before the event.

When are weigh-ins and what must competitors do after weighing in?

Weigh-ins are open from 9:00 AM, approximately 30 minutes before your first match, and once weighed in you must remain competition-ready within the venue.

What rules and competition formats apply?

The event is submission-only with points in overtime, the official SSWL ruleset applies (no wrestling shoes), and match formats vary by entry count.

How are brackets structured based on number of players?

With 2 players it's best of three; 3–5 players use a true round robin; from 6 players or more there are pools with round robin and final rounds with single elimination, with submissions valued higher for pool-point advancement.

Is the event available to watch remotely?

Yes, every match will be livestreamed on Smoothcomp TV.