QUEENSTOWN OPEN 2027

Saturday, July 3, 2027 Queenstown, New Zealand

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Absolute Kids

Ruleset

IBJJF

Entry

$20 - $55

Description

All competitors are required to have current NZBJJF membership to compete in all NZBJJF nation wide events. In order to complete 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

The NZBJJF calculates competitor date of births against the the 31-12-2021 (or current year minus year of birth) to align with IBJJF rules. So, a competitor born on the 12-09-2008 will therefore compete in the 13 Year Old age group. Please check https://ibjjf.com/rules/

# RULES IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation)

Weight Selection

Weights in the drop down box are represented as net with the appropriate Gi or No Gi allowance included in brackets e.g. the 79kg (82.3kg) Gi weight category means a net weight under 79kg and a combined gross weight (including Gi) of under 82.3kg.

# Checking Day

The day after entries close is when all competitors should check if their entry is correct and if they have other competitors in their division. On this they competitors can make changes to their entry or request refund by canceling their registration on the smoothcomp system. Notice that after this day, entries are non-refundable.

# Refund Policy

If you would like to cancel your registration you have till the last day of registration to request a 90% refund. After the registration is closed, you can still request partial refund during checking day. After that the registration fee is non-refundable.

DISCOUNT ONLY FOR (EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION)

Get special discount when you register on the early bird time frame.

!!! IMPORTANT NOTICE !!!

Avoid disappointment and frustration on the day

Any athlete (children, Juveniles and adults) that weighs in over their registered weight division will be disqualified immediately.

There will be NO changing of divisions for children, juveniles and adults on the day or after the brackets goes live and NO refunds will be given.

DATE:

15th of April 2023

START TIME AND SCHEDULE:

Weigh in and Checking in Starts at 8:30am

Event starts at 8:00am

Saturday - (all day) competition with NO-GI all belts

Kids will be competing on Saturday morning and adults will compete on the afternoon IT`S AN ALL DAY EVENT. Please see more details about schedule on our facebook and instagram page. @nzbjjf

LOCATION:

Queenstown Event Centre

MORE INFO:

Contact Details:

Email: info@nzbjjf.co.nz

Spectator fee: $7 per person and $15 for a family (if allowed due to covid).

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

Event Details

Schedule

Weigh-in/check-in starts 8:30am; event starts 8:00am; all-day Saturday competition; kids compete in the morning, adults in the afternoon.

Weigh-In

Weigh-in and check-in starts at 8:30am. Athletes who weigh in over their registered division will be disqualified. Weights shown are net with Gi/No-Gi allowance (e.g. 79kg (82.3kg) Gi).

Spectator Fee

$7 per person; $15 per family (if allowed due to covid).

Rules

This event runs under IBJJF rules.

Two points for a takedown, sweep or knee on belly, three for a pass, four for mount or back, with advantages and penalties to split the close ones. Know the scoreboard before you're the one staring at it.

How IBJJF scoring works

Divisions

Boys No-Gi$45
Girls No-Gi$45
Juvenile Boys No-Gi$48
16-17 years
Juvenile Girls No-Gi$48
16-17 years
Male No-Gi$55
18 years and above
Female No-Gi$55
18 years and above
Male Absolute NoGi$20
Female Absolute NoGi$20

Organizer

NZBJJF South

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a membership to compete?

Yes. All competitors are required to have current NZBJJF membership to compete in all NZBJJF nationwide events.

How do I authenticate my membership for online registration?

To complete the online registration process, competitors must authenticate using their NZBJJF membership at https://nzbjjf.smoothcomp.com/en/federation/109/membership.

Who do I contact about membership issues?

For membership queries or assistance e-mail membership@nzbjjf.co.nz.

How are age groups determined?

The NZBJJF calculates competitor dates of birth against 31-12-2021 (or current year minus year of birth) to align with IBJJF rules; for example, a competitor born on 12-09-2008 will compete in the 13 Year Old age group.

How are weight categories shown on registration?

Weights in the drop down box are represented as net with the appropriate Gi or No Gi allowance included in brackets, e.g. 79kg (82.3kg) Gi means net weight under 79kg and gross weight including Gi under 82.3kg.

What is Checking Day and what can I do then?

Checking Day is the day after entries close when competitors should check their entry and whether they have other competitors in their division; on this day competitors can make changes to their entry or request a refund by canceling their registration on the Smoothcomp system, and after this day entries are non-refundable.

What is the refund policy?

If you cancel by the last day of registration you can request a 90% refund; after registration closes you can still request a partial refund during Checking Day, and after that the registration fee is non-refundable.

When are weigh-ins and when does the event start?

Weigh in and checking in starts at 8:30am and the event starts at 8:00am.

Where is the event and what are spectator fees?

The event is at Queenstown Event Centre and the spectator fee is $7 per person or $15 for a family (if allowed due to covid).