RITSU FIGHT UNLEASHED III - BJJ Tournament in Minneapolis 2026

RITSU FIGHT UNLEASHED III

Minneapolis, United States

Description

The event will feature beginner and  intermediate brackets, a men’s team duals and superfights

DATE:

Saturday, November 21th, 2026

LOCATION:

Silver Bell Learning Center 

2120 Silver Bell Rd, Eagan, MN 55122

Open doors: 07:30

Weigh-Ins - 07:45 AM | Matches Start - 08:45-09:00 AM (beginners and interemdiate)

Men's team duals + superfights : TBD

PRE-SCHEDULE EVENT TIME-FRAME

TBD

SPECTATORS:

SPECTATOR TICKETS

  • Unleashed Section (Beginner and Intermediate Brackets): $20
  • Pro Show Access (Men’s Team Duals + Superfights): more info coming soon

REGISTRATION:

- Normal Registration by November 3rd at 11:59pm: $85

- Late Registration by November 18th at 11:00pm: $99

- Absolute Divisions:  $30

- 50% Discount any other division!

*Athletes must sign up for their weight division in order to sign up for the Absolute division.

-ABSOLUTE NOTE: To create competitive brackets, Absolute divisions will open with a minimum of 4 athletes. If a division has fewer than 4 athletes, those athletes will be moved to the next skill level. For example, if the Beginner Absolute has only 3 athletes, they will be moved to the Intermediate Absolute. This applies across all skill levels.

FORMAT:

  • NO GI ONLY TOURNAMENT
  • Double elimination and best of 3 format (at least two matches guaranteed).
  • Compete for third place (no double bronze).
  • Absolute divisions will all be single elimination.
  • Competitors with no opponents will be moved to another weight/division/skill level
  • Men Teams Duals info:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/15VzR9TpSl5wlwBIimEhQ4MgilScfxwG-/view?usp=sharing

Weight Divisions:

- Beginners:

Male: -140, -155, -175, -195, +195 LBS

emale: -125, -140, -155, -170, +170 LBS

- Intermediate:

Male: -140, -155, -175, -195, +195 LBS

Female: -125, -140, -155, -170, +170  LBS

Rules and Overview :

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oznHlvVHsMl5qVlStYhIuSrm-NcZXJw7/view?usp=sharing

ALLOWED TECHNIQUES:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TWSVZIvFYNCftDZpy1mczUWH9GAcU2jT/view?usp=sharing

Weight -ins

Because you are required to weigh in clothed, there will be a 1 LBS ALLOWANCE for all competitors.

Please competitors, try to be around  your assigned mat at least 30 minutes before their scheduled start time. Match times are in real time and should be checked frequently on the day of the event for any updates.

If a competitor does not arrive to the mat within 10 minutes of the first time they are called, they will be marked as a loss and the bracket will advance. This applies for all competitors, but please especially keep this in mind when registering for more than one division.

Weigh-ins:  We suggest that competitors be weighed-in 60 minutes prior to the scheduled start time for your first division, especially those competing later in the day in case that  we run ahead of schedule.

You will not be allowed to switch divisions the day of the event. All changes and edits to your registration must be made by the edit/change deadline.

If you are unable to make the registered weight before the start of your first match - you will be DISQUALIFIED.

Skill Divisions:

Suggested:

Skill levels are primarily by BELT. If you do not have a jiujitsu belt, then you will register based on your years training.

You are always allowed to challenge yourself by going up in skill level, but you may not go down in skill level.

Beginner: White belts (or 0-2 years training).

Intermediate: White and Blue Belts (or 2-4 years training).

MATCH LENGTHS:

 6 minutes - 1 OT (if needed)

** Division where money is involved **:

As many OT as needed till someone wins the match by points or by submission. Scoring criteria is the same (the positive and negative points start during the fisrt half  and all of overtime). 

*Over Time are half of the total match length

Competitor Lists:

Competitors lists will be available to view throughout the registration period under the "Participants" tab on the Smoothcomp event page.

Brackets and Schedules:

Event brackets and schedule will be available to view on the event page (Brackets and Schedule tab) no later than 03:00 PM Central on Friday November 18th. 

Brackets and Schedule will be available to view on your mobile device!

Awards:

1st (Gold), 2nd (Silver), and 3rd (Bronze) Place medals will be awarded for each division.

Money Prizes:

Men's Team Duals $1.000 usd

Absolute Beginner • Male & Female  – $150 usd for 1st place each.

Absolute Intermediate • Male & Female – $200 usd for 1st place each.

SUPER FIGHTS: 

We will be adding  superfights before the Men's Team Duals. Since we are also running beginner and intermediate divisions, we will try to prioritize athletes who cannot compete in those brackets ("advanced" skill level or purple belt and above). That doesn't mean you can't take your shot and apply for a superfight.

See you there! 🔥

FORMAT:

6 minutes matches - 3 mins overtime if needed.

First 3 mins no points, second 3 mins points.

LINK TO APPLY:

Medical Staff:

There will be a professionally trained and certified medic on sight for the event. The Medic will be available for competitors to receive ice, evaluation, and advice in the event of an injury. 

Contact Information:

If you have any inquiries don’t hesitate to contact us:

 e-mail: ritsufight.intl@gmail.com

 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritsufight/

Divisions

  • Male$85
  • Female$85
  • Absolute$30
  • MEN'S TEAM DUALS$70

Organizer

ritsu fight promotions LLC

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is RITSU FIGHT UNLEASHED III?
The event is Saturday, November 21th, 2026 at Silver Bell Learning Center, 2120 Silver Bell Rd, Eagan, MN 55122.
What time do doors open, weigh-ins start, and matches begin?
Doors open at 07:30. Weigh-ins start at 07:45 AM, and beginner and intermediate matches start at 08:45-09:00 AM.
How much is registration and when are the deadlines?
Normal registration is $85 by November 3rd at 11:59pm. Late registration is $99 by November 18th at 11:00pm, and Absolute Divisions are $30.
How much are spectator tickets?
Unleashed Section spectator tickets for Beginner and Intermediate Brackets are $20. Pro Show Access for Men’s Team Duals and Superfights is listed as more info coming soon.
What divisions and format are offered?
This is a No-Gi only tournament with beginner and intermediate brackets, men’s team duals, superfights, and absolute divisions. The format is double elimination and best of 3, with at least two matches guaranteed; absolute divisions are single elimination.
What are the absolute division requirements?
Athletes must sign up for their weight division in order to sign up for the Absolute division. Absolute divisions open with a minimum of 4 athletes; if fewer than 4 athletes register, those athletes will be moved to the next skill level.
What are the weight divisions?
Beginner and Intermediate male divisions are -140, -155, -175, -195, and +195 LBS. Beginner and Intermediate female divisions are -125, -140, -155, -170, and +170 LBS.
What should competitors know about weigh-ins and weight allowance?
Competitors weigh in clothed and receive a 1 LBS allowance. Competitors are suggested to weigh in 60 minutes before the scheduled start time for their first division, and anyone unable to make the registered weight before their first match will be disqualified.
When will brackets and schedules be available?
Event brackets and schedule will be available on the event page under the Brackets and Schedule tab no later than 03:00 PM Central on Friday November 18th. They will also be available to view on a mobile device.
How can I contact the organizer?
For inquiries, contact ritsufight.intl@gmail.com or Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ritsufight/.

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