NZ MASTERS GAMES BJJ OPEN 2026

We are proud to announce that, for the very first time in history, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Sport Jiu-Jitsu) will be part of the New Zealand Masters Games. This marks a landmark achievement for our community and a true celebration of our sport.

This milestone has been made possible through the collaboration and partnership between the New Zealand Masters Games Organization and the New Zealand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (NZBJJF). Together, we are committed to bringing our martial art to every community across New Zealand, while creating meaningful opportunities for athletes to showcase their skill, courage, and passion on one of the country’s biggest sporting stages.

📅 Event Date: Monday, 2nd February 2026

📍 Venue: Edgar Centre

🎟 Limited Entries: Only 300 registrations available!

NZBJJF MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED 

All competitors are required to have current NZBJJF membership to compete in all NZBJJF nation wide events. In order to compete the online registration process, competitors must authenticate using their NZBJJF membership https://nzbjjf.smoothcomp.com/en/federation/109/membership. If you have any further membership related queries or assistance, please e-mail: membership@nzbjjf.co.nz

Registration Information

To compete in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the New Zealand Masters Games, athletes must complete two registrations:

1. New Zealand Masters Games Entry Fee – Paid directly through the official NZ Masters Games registration system.                                                                                          
2. Smoothcomp Registration (BJJ Sports Fee) – Paid through the NZBJJF Smoothcomp platform.

⚠️ Both registrations are mandatory in order to participate.

• Register for both Gi and No-Gi and receive a great discount on the combined entry!
• Athletes must also complete the NZ Masters Games entry registration (pricing set by NZMG). click HERE: https://nzmg.com/registration-information/

Competition Details

• Divisions: White, Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black belts
• Age Groups: 18+
• Format: Gi & No-Gi divisions
• Rules: Matches will follow IBJJF Masters rules → IBJJF Rulebook

✅ Competitors entering both Gi and No-Gi will weigh in only once.

✅ Full schedule and brackets will be published on Smoothcomp prior to the event.

This is a historic moment for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in New Zealand, and we look forward to celebrating it together on the mats! 🥋

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Good luck to all competitors, we look forward to a great day of Jiu Jitsu!