NZ Grappler Winter Nationals > Auckland

Saturday, November 14, 2026 Auckland, New Zealand

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Kids

Entry

$60 - $80

Description

Nau mai, haere mai ki Winter Nationals! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🥇 Gold – 280 points 🥈 Silver – 120 points 🥉 Bronze – 40 points

🕖 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.

⚖️ Weigh In: Weigh-ins for ngā tamariki (the kids) and adults (pakeke) who have fights schedule for 9-10am start at 7am (whitu karaka).

We have adults and children competing from 9am, aim to be weighed in and ready to go 2 hours before your first fight.

🚫 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.

📆 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).

⚖️ 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.

💰 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.

Kururaki (Good luck) out there! 🥋👊

Event Details

Registration

Registration closes 5 days before the tournament; online registration open up to 11 months in advance; late entries not accepted. Weight-division changes are free online until registration closes; $50

Schedule

Doors open 7:00am; adults and children compete from 9:00am (first matches start at 9:00am). No end time stated.

Weigh-In

Weigh-ins start at 7:00am. Weigh-ins for kids and adults with fights scheduled for a 9–10am start begin at 7:00am. Competitors should be weighed in and ready two hours before their first fight.

Spectator Fee

Spectators: $15 adults; $5 kids; 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 for NZ Grappler Winter Nationals > Auckland?

Doors open at 7am.

When do weigh-ins start?

Weigh-ins start at 7am for kids and adults who have fights scheduled for 9-10am. Competitors should aim to be weighed in and ready 2 hours 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 division after registering?

You can change your division online for free until registration closes. No last-minute switches will be allowed on the day of the event.

Is there a fee to change weight division after registration closes?

Yes. Changing weight division after registrations close has a $50 manual processing fee.

How much are spectator tickets at the door?

Spectator entry is $15 for adults, $5 for kids, and free for children under 5.

How far in advance can I register?

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