PMA XI - BJJ Tournament in California 2026

PMA XI

Saturday, December 5, 2026 Fresno, CA , United States

At a Glance

Divisions
Gi No-Gi Kids
Ruleset
IBJJF
Entry
$65
Prizes
$1,000

Description

Competitors

Registration is Now Open!

Please Note! We reserve the right to combine weight classes to create competitive weight divisions with sufficient competitors. When registering children, feel free to put them in their respective divisions. This is a Kids, Teens, Adults Open Event. 

All Bracket Winners Will Receive The Following

Custom 4 inch medals for all divisions 

Important Information

We reserve the right to combine weight classes to create competitive weight divisions with sufficient competitors.

Prices

Registration Open

Registration Price $65

ADD 2nd Division Price $100 TOTAL Combined 

Note: Registration Fees are Non-Refundable.

Exemption: In the event that we are unable to find you a suitable match, we will issue you a full refund. Athletes who are alone in their bracket are eligible to receive a full refund of the registration fee if they contact 559.577.9384 and request to withdraw their name from the competition prior to the end of the appointed event registration check day.

Cash Brackets, two $1000 will be offered. Intermediate (blue and purples only) you will have to IG message or email me to apply. I am looking for people to put up a show for 8 mins sub only matches. 10 ppl max bracket.

Spectator Entrance Fees - Free

 We have very limited Space - if you are having someone film matches it will be okay but then kindly wait outside enjoy acai, etc.

Important Dates

Registration Deadline and Athlete Correction midnight Thursday week of the event.

Brackets & Schedule Release Date - Midnight day before or day of

Tentative Event Schedule (Day of Event)

Doors Open To Public: 8AM

Rules Meeting: 845AM

Rise for National Anthem: 9AM

Event Start Time: Right after

Competitor and Spectators Entrance

We have VERY LIMITED space please bring one coach per team.

Rule Book

IBJJF rules - no advantages 

Cash Bracket will have different rules

Competitors (Very Important)

***PLEASE NOTE: Kids and Adults DO NOT have to weigh in with a GI on. We reserve the right to combine weight classes to create competitive weight divisions with sufficient competitors. When registering children, feel free to put them in their respective divisions. In an effort to create adequate and competitive matches, the rule of thumb is as follows; 

1. Kids can be matched between 2 years and 10LBs and 

2. Teens can be matched between 2 years and 15LBs. Boys and Girls can compete together up to the age of 12 Years Old.

ADDING A NEW SCHOOL FOR COACHES & TEAMS

If your school is not a registered school in the data base

You can add your school to the database for your athletes to register to your school, please click link here ( ADD NEW SCHOOL ) and follow the prompts. Upon completion of prompts and registration of school name and association, your students may begin registering.

Weigh Ins

Day before at 4PM to 6PM

Morning day of tournament 7:30AM

Event Details

Registration
Registration deadline and athlete corrections: midnight Thursday the week of the event.
Schedule
Doors open 8:00 AM; Rules meeting 8:45 AM; National anthem 9:00 AM; Event starts immediately after the anthem.
Weigh-In
Day-before weigh-ins: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM; Day-of morning weigh-ins: 7:30 AM; kids and adults do not have to weigh in with a GI on.
Prize Details
Two $1,000 cash brackets offered; intermediate cash bracket requires application; cash brackets are sub-only and have a 10-person max; standard custom medals for all divisions.
Spectator Fee
Free

Divisions

  • Kids Gi$65
  • Kids No-Gi$65
  • Male Gi$65
  • Male No-Gi$65
  • Female Gi$65
  • Female No-Gi$65

Organizer

PMA Series

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register and what is the registration price?
Registration is open and the registration price is $65.
Can I enter a second division and what does it cost?
Add 2nd division price is $100 total combined.
Are registration fees refundable?
Registration fees are non-refundable, except if organizers cannot find you a suitable match or you are alone in your bracket and request withdrawal prior to the end of the appointed event registration check day, in which case a full refund will be issued.
How do I request a refund if I'm the only athlete in my bracket?
Contact 559.577.9384 and request to withdraw your name from the competition prior to the end of the appointed event registration check day to be eligible for a full refund.
What are the registration deadline and when are brackets released?
Registration Deadline and Athlete Correction: midnight Thursday week of the event. Brackets & Schedule Release Date: midnight day before or day of the event.
What is the tentative event day schedule?
Doors open to the public at 8AM, Rules Meeting at 8:45AM, Rise for National Anthem at 9AM, and the event starts right after the anthem.
When are weigh-ins and do I need to weigh in with a gi?
Weigh-ins are the day before from 4PM to 6PM and the morning of the tournament at 7:30AM; kids and adults do not have to weigh in with a gi on.
What rules govern the matches and are cash brackets different?
The rule book is IBJJF rules with no advantages, and the cash bracket will have different rules.
Are spectators allowed and is there an entrance fee or coach limit?
Spectator entrance is free but space is very limited; please bring one coach per team and filming is allowed only with limited space.
What prizes are awarded and are there special cash brackets?
All bracket winners will receive custom 4 inch medals, and two $1000 cash brackets will be offered with an intermediate bracket (blue and purple belts only) requiring you to IG message or email to apply for an 8-minute submission-only format with a 10-person maximum.

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