SAMURAI ASIA GRAPPLING 2026

SAMURAI PROMOTION, together with the Grappling Association of Kazakhstan, is hosting the international tournament SAMURAI ASIA GRAPPLING!

🌍 The tournament is open to athletes from all countries around the world.

🏆 SPORTS TITLE Athletes representing the Republic of Kazakhstan have the opportunity to fulfill the requirements to earn the title of Candidate for Master of Sports (KMS).

📌 ANNUAL FEE To participate in the tournament, athletes must complete account accreditation on the samurai.smoothcomp platform. Accreditation instructions can be found in the adjacent tab next to the Information section.

🥋 DISCIPLINES GRAPPLING GRAPPLING GITournament Format Open Tournament:

U13 U15 Cadets Juniors Seniors Veterans (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced divisions are available for these age categories.)

Festival: U5–U11 (Beginner and Intermediate divisions only.)

⚖️ AGE AND WEIGHT CATEGORIES Divisions for Beginners, Intermediates, and Advanced are provided for both male and female athletes.

👦 BOYS AND MEN KIDS U5 / U7 / U9 / U11 Age: 4–11 years old

Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 16, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 55, 60, 66.

U13 Age: 12–13 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 27, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 55, 60, 66, 72, 90.

U15 Age: 14–15 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 29–32, 35, 38, 42, 47, 53, 59, 66, 73, 100.

CADETS Age: 16–17 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 39–42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 63, 69, 76, 85, 110.

JUNIORS Age: 18–20 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 58, 62, 66, 71, 77, 84, 92, 130.

SENIORS / VETERANS Age: 18+ years old

Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 62, 66, 71, 77, 84, 92, 100, 130.

👧 GIRLS AND WOMEN KIDS GIRLS U5 / U7 / U9 / U11

Age: 4–11 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 16, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 55, 60, 66.

U13 Age: 12–13 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 27, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 72.

U15 Age: 14–15 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 28–30, 32, 34, 37, 40, 44, 48, 52, 57, 80.

CADETS Age: 16–17 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 36–38, 40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 56, 60, 65, 90.

JUNIORS Age: 18–20 years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 49, 53, 58, 64, 71, 90.

SENIORS / VETERANS Age: 18+ years old Disciplines: Grappling / Grappling GI Weight Categories (kg): 53, 58, 64, 71, 90.❗ IMPORTANT PROVISIONS ON CATEGORIES

1. Age Category Determination
2. The athlete's year of birth is used to determine their age category.
3. Merging Weight Categories
4. If there are not enough participants in a weight category, it will be merged with the next weight category until the required minimum (2–3 athletes) is met.
5. Skill Division Adjustment
6. The organizers reserve the right to adjust athletes' division placements to prevent highly qualified athletes from competing in novice divisions.

BEGINNER DIVISION — WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? Eligible for Beginner level: Adults (18+): Athletes with less than two years of experience in grappling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Sambo, Freestyle Wrestling, Greco-Roman Wrestling, or other martial arts/grappling disciplines. Children: Athletes with fewer than 15 official victories on the Smoothcomp platform.

NOT allowed in the Beginner division: Athletes holding official sports ranks or titles (KMS, MS) in combat sports. Colored belt holders in Jiu-Jitsu. Adults (18+) with 2 or more years of experience in grappling, BJJ, Judo, Sambo, Freestyle, Greco-Roman wrestling, or other martial arts. Children with 15 or more official victories on Smoothcomp.

⚠️ Warning! If an athlete is found registered in a division that does not match their actual skill level, they will be disqualified from the tournament.

📝 REGISTRATION Deadlines and Fees Early Bird Registration: From October 22 to November 22, 2026 inclusive (until 23:59).

One category — 17,000 ₸ / $38

Two categories — 30,000 ₸ / $67

Standart Registration: From November 23 to December 24, 2026 inclusive (until 23:59).

One category — 20,000 ₸ / $45

Two categories — 35,000 ₸ / $79

The organizers reserve the right to close registration early if the general entry limit or category limits are reached.

❗ Registration fees are non-refundable after registration closes.

📲 REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT PROCEDURE After registering on the website samurai.smoothcomp, complete the following steps:

Step 1. Account Accreditation: Complete account accreditation on the samurai.smoothcomp platform (see the instructions tab next to Information).

Step 2. Payment of Tournament Fee:

Link for payment in Kaspi

For payment details, contact the organizers via WhatsApp at 📱 +7 707 305 8420.

Step 3. Confirmation of Registration: After submitting your payment receipt along with the participant's details, the information will be verified and approved on the site within 2–3 business days.

For all inquiries, please contact organizers strictly via WhatsApp: 📱 +7 707 305 8420.

Note: An athlete is considered registered only after the registration fee is fully paid.

Late / Missed Registration: Athletes who miss the registration deadline can contact the organizers via WhatsApp at 📱 +7 707 305 8420.

Missed registration is permitted only before the weigh-in procedure begins.

Fee: 35,000 ₸ / $78.50 (one category)

Coaches are not required to register on the samurai.smoothcomp website.

⚖️ WEIGH-IN Date: December 26, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (no break) Location: Almaty, Nurkent Microdistrict, 14B

📍 Open weigh-in location on 2GIS

Weigh-In Rules: Team weigh-ins accompanied by a coach are allowed at any time within the scheduled hours.

There will be no additional weigh-ins on the day of the competition. Weigh-in must be conducted in shorts and a t-shirt. No weight allowance/tolerance is granted.If an athlete fails to make weight: Upon request, the athlete may be transferred to the category corresponding to their actual weight. A fine of 50% of the late registration fee will be charged for transferring to another weight category.

🥋 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS GRAPPLING ADVANCED Division: Red or blue rashguard, neutral-colored grappling shorts, neutral-colored spats.

All Other Divisions: Red, blue, or neutral-colored rashguard, neutral-colored grappling shorts, neutral-colored spats.GRAPPLING GI ADVANCED Division: Red or blue kimono (Gi). All Other Divisions: Red, blue, or neutral-colored Jiu-Jitsu kimono (Gi).

🏆 COMPETITION DAY Date: December 27, 2026

Start Time: 10:00 AM Venue: ADD Arena, Nurkent Microdistrict, 14B
📍 Open competition location on 2GIS

Competition Format: Kids 4–11 years old (Beginner & Intermediate): Conducted under a festival system with 3–4 athletes per bracket. In case of a loss in the semifinals, two bronze medals are awarded. All Other Categories: Conducted under a full single-elimination Olympic system. In case of a loss in the semifinals, two bronze medals are awarded.

❗ RULES DURING COMPETITION

1. Timely Entrance to the Mat:
2. Every participant must be present in the warm-up area according to the schedule and prepared to step onto the mat. If an athlete fails to appear within 2 minutes after being called, and their opponent is already on the mat, the absent athlete will be disqualified. Athletes and coaches are solely responsible for timely appearance in the competition area.
3. Injuries and First Aid:
4. In the event of an injury during a match, first aid will be provided by a qualified specialist. Further recovery, as well as responsibility for the athlete's life and health, rests directly with the athlete or their legal representatives.
5. Social Media Conduct:
6. Participants and/or their relatives who publish negative posts or organize campaigns on social media that harm or could harm the reputation of the tournament organizers and sponsors will be barred from participating.
7. Organizers' Rights:
8. The tournament organizers reserve the right to deny any athlete entry to the competition at their sole discretion.

✅ FINAL PROVISIONS By registering on this platform, you confirm that you have read and agreed to all rules, terms, and regulations of the SAMURAI ASIA GRAPPLING tournament.