This tournament was designed to level the playing field between disciplines. By utilizing a unique Takedown Ruleset, we bridge the gap between Judo, Sambo, BJJ, MMA, and Wrestling. It’s a true test of pure standing grappling and control.

The goal is simple: create fair, high-intensity matches where the only way to win is to dominate the takedown. In doing so, we aim to build a platform where athletes can elevate their takedown skills and takedown defense in a competitive yet enjoyable environment.

Our motto is simple: fight hard on the mat and inside the cage, with respect — and create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere outside of it.

For this edition, the fight shifts to the Octagon — your chance to level up your cage wrestling.

Event Overview

Date: Sunday 12 april 2026

 Location: MFG Sportsacademy Stadionbaan 50, 6416 CS Heerlen

There is plenty of parking space close to the venue. 

Schedule

The schedule will be made when we know how many athletes will participate. we aim to make the event as run smoothly as possible. 

competitors also get an email with all the information the week before the event. 

Divisions

for this event we have the following divisions: 

men -70kg, -80kg, -90kg, +90kg and open class 

• Same-day weigh-in, wearing shorts and top.
• 1 kg allowance permitted.
• 16+

Prize Pool Open class 

competing in the open class is only possible if you compete in on of the other divisions. for the open class we will collect the entry fee which will be the prize pot for the winner of the division. 

Format

We believe in progress through competition: based on how many athletes are in the division we will choose the format that gives you as many fights as possible. That means double elimination, round robins or round robins with cross finals. 

Rules 

 How to Win

• First to 3 takedowns wins immediately.
• Match time: 5 minutes.
• If tied → Golden Score (next takedown wins).

scoring 

•  takedown + 3 seconds control = 1 point

A takedown is scored when you bring your opponent to the ground and one of these touches the mat: knee, elbow, hips, shoulder, back, butt. 

When this happens, the referee starts a 3-second control count.

 Only hands and feet on the mat do NOT count.

• Mat returns count (if you bring them back down).
• There must be a clear takedown or mat return to score.
• If they stand up before 3 seconds → no points.

After a Score

• Referee stops the action.
• Both athletes restart standing.

octagon rules 

using the octagon is similar to MMA Rules. 

 What You MAY Do

• Use the cage to control your opponent.
• Press your opponent against the cage.
• Use the cage to finish a takedown.
• Use the cage to stand back up.
• Use underhooks, body locks, and head position against the cage.
• Trap your opponent against the fence to improve control.

What You MAY NOT Do

• Grab or hold the cage with your fingers.
• Hook your toes or feet inside the cage.
• Pull yourself up using the fence.
• Push off the cage with your hands to gain unfair advantage.
• Intentionally grab the cage to stop a takedown.