NZ Grappler South Island Champs > Christchurch - BJJ Tournament in Christchurch 2026

NZ Grappler South Island Champs > Christchurch

Saturday, October 17, 2026 Christchurch, New Zealand

At a Glance

Divisions
Gi No-Gi Kids
Entry
$60 - $80

Description

Nau mai, haere mai ki South Island Champs! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

🥇 Gold – 210 points 🥈 Silver – 90 points 🥉 Bronze – 30 points

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🕖 Doors Open : Get ready for the action bright and early at 7am (whitu karaka i te ata)!

Doors will open, and you’ll have time to come in, set up camp for the day, and get weighed in.

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⚖️ Weigh In: Weigh-ins for ngā tamariki (the kids) and adults (pakeke) that fight early (9-10am) start at 7am (whitu karaka).

If you’re a child or adult, aim to weigh in 2 hours before your first fight, and be matside 30 minutes before your first fight.

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🚫 No Last-Minute Changes: Kāore e āhei te huri me te tini i to rēhitatanga i te rā o te whakataetae: No last-minute switches will be allowed on the day of the event.

We need to stick to the plan— Me hāngai pū ki te kaupapa.

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📆 Late Registrations: Registration closes 5 days before the tournament starts.

You can now register for events up to 11 months in advance.

Late entries won’t be accepted— ko tā tātou whāinga kia noho harihari, hei whānau kōtahi (we’re all about keeping good vibes).

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⚖️ Weight Division Change: If you want to change your weight division after registrations close, there will be a $50 manual processing fee.

The best approach is to get it right the first time. Kia mahara (Keep this in mind).

You can change your division for free online until registration closes.

Not sure how? Check out the tabs above for guidance.

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💰 Spectator Door Charge Utu mo te hunga Mātakitaki:

Spectators: $15 mō ngā pakeke (adults)

$5 mō ngā tamariki (kids)

and free entry for tamariki under 5.

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Kururaki (Good luck) out there! 🥋👊

Event Details

Registration
Registration closes 5 days before the event; registrations open up to 11 months in advance; late entries will not be accepted.
Schedule
Doors open 7:00 AM. Early matches are around 9–10 AM; competitors should be matside 30 minutes before their first fight.
Weigh-In
Weigh-ins start at 7:00 AM for kids (tamariki) and adults (pakeke) with early fights (9–10 AM). Competitors should weigh in 2 hours before their first fight and be matside 30 minutes before their first fight.
Spectator Fee
Spectators: $15 for adults; $5 for children; free for children under 5.

Divisions

  • Men No-Gi$80
    White, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black
  • Women No-Gi$80
    White, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black
  • Juvenile Men No-Gi$80
    Will be merged with adults if no division is available
  • Juvenile Women No-Gi$80
    Will be merged with adults if no division is available
  • Boys No-Gi$60
  • Girls No-Gi$60
  • Men Gi$80
    White, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black
  • Women Gi$80
    White, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black
  • Juvenile Men Gi$80
    Will be merged with adults if no division is available
  • Juvenile Women Gi$80
    Will be merged with adults if no division is available
  • Boys Gi$60
  • Girls Gi$60

Organizer

NZ Grappler

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do doors open?
Doors open at 7am.
When are weigh-ins?
Weigh-ins for kids and adults fighting early from 9-10am start at 7am. Children and adults should aim to weigh in 2 hours before their first fight and be matside 30 minutes before their first fight.
When does registration close?
Registration closes 5 days before the tournament starts. Late entries won’t be accepted.
Can I change my registration on the day of the event?
No last-minute switches will be allowed on the day of the event.
Can I change my weight division after registering?
You can change your division for free online until registration closes. After registrations close, changing your weight division has a $50 manual processing fee.
How much are spectator tickets?
Spectator door charge is $15 for adults, $5 for kids, and free entry for kids under 5.

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