Scottish Cup of BJJ 2026
Motherwell, United Kingdom
Description
Scottish Grappling is proud to present the Scottish Cup of BJJ 2026, taking place on Saturday, 12th September 2026, at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, Motherwell.
This event will follow the IBJJF ruleset and utilise a round robin/pool play system wherever possible to ensure competitors receive multiple matches.
Spectator & Coach tickets
Purchase here: - https://buytickets.at/scottishgrappling/2249020
Event Highlights
✅ UKBJJA Ranked Event
✅ Gi and No-Gi divisions for Juvenile, Adult, and Masters competitors
✅ Divisions for all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi, with No-Gi divisions organised by BJJ rank or time served
✅ Round Robin / Pool Play format wherever possible, providing multiple matches for competitors
✅ Most competitors will receive at least two matches
✅ Absolute divisions available in Gi and No-Gi for a £10 entry fee
✅ Special prizes awarded to winners of Absolute divisions with 8 or more competitors, fastest submissions (male, female, juniors) and Iron Man, Woman and Junior (competitors with most matches on the day)
✅ Spectator and Coach Passes available via Ticket Tailor (link to be published)
Division Details
White Belt
IBJJF White Belt rules apply. No competitors previously ranked above Grey Belt at junior level, nor Black Belts in Judo, national-level wrestlers, or MMA fighters at any level.
Blue Belt
IBJJF Blue Belt rules.
Purple Belt
IBJJF Purple Belt rules.
Brown Belt
IBJJF Brown Belt rules.
Black Belt
IBJJF Black Belt rules.
Age Categories
Juniors: Ages 4-15
🟠 Juvenile: Ages 16–17
🟠 Adult: Ages 18–29
🟠 Masters 1 & 2: Ages 30–39
🟠 Masters 3 & 4: Ages 40–49
🟠 Masters 5+: Ages 50+
Competition Information
📌 All juvenile, adult & masters matches will last 5 minutes. Junior times as per IBJJF.
📌 Weigh-ins will commence from 8:15am.
📌 Competitors entered in both Gi and No-Gi divisions will only weigh in once.
📌 All weigh-ins will be conducted without the Gi.
Pricing
Juniors & Juveniles (16–17)
Early Bird
- £30 (1 Division)
- £40 (2 Divisions)
Normal
- £40 (1 Division)
- £50 (2 Divisions)
Late
- £50 (1 Division)
- £60 (2 Divisions)
Adults & Masters
Early Bird
- £40 (1 Division)
- £50 (2 Divisions)
Normal
- £50 (1 Division)
- £60 (2 Divisions)
Late
- £60 (1 Division)
- £70 (2 Divisions)
Absolute Divisions
➕ £10 per Absolute division
Available at all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi.
Team Awards
🏆 Best Club Trophy – Awarded to the individual club scoring the highest number of points.
🏆 Best Team Trophy – Awarded to the affiliation scoring the highest number of points.
Registration & Event Policies
📅 Competitors may update their weight category through Smoothcomp until the published deadline.
📌 No changes will be permitted after registration closes.
📌 Competitors who fail to make weight will be disqualified from their division without refund.
Get ready for another day of outstanding Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu action at one of Scotland's premier BJJ events. We look forward to welcoming you to Ravenscraig on Saturday, 12th September 2026.
Divisions
- Male Gi£60
- Juniors Gi£50
- Juniors No Gi£50
- Female Gi£60
- Juvenile boys - Gi£50
- Juvenile boys - No Gi£50
- Juvenile girls - Gi£50
- Juvenile girls - No Gi£50
- Absolute Male - Gi£10
- Absolute Female - Gi£10
- Male No-Gi£60
- Female No-Gi£60
- Absolute Male - No Gi£10
- Absolute Women - No Gi£10
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Scottish Cup of BJJ 2026?
The event takes place on Saturday, 12th September 2026, at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, Motherwell.
What ruleset and format will the event use?
The event will follow the IBJJF ruleset and use a round robin/pool play system wherever possible. Most competitors will receive at least two matches.
What divisions are available?
Gi and No-Gi divisions are available for Juvenile, Adult, and Masters competitors, with divisions for all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi. No-Gi divisions are organised by BJJ rank or time served.
Are absolute divisions available and how much do they cost?
Absolute divisions are available in Gi and No-Gi for a £10 entry fee per Absolute division. They are available at all belt levels in both Gi and No-Gi.
What are the registration prices for juniors and juveniles?
For Juniors and Juveniles aged 16–17, Early Bird costs £30 for 1 division or £40 for 2 divisions; Normal costs £40 for 1 division or £50 for 2 divisions; Late costs £50 for 1 division or £60 for 2 divisions.
What are the registration prices for adults and masters?
For Adults and Masters, Early Bird costs £40 for 1 division or £50 for 2 divisions; Normal costs £50 for 1 division or £60 for 2 divisions; Late costs £60 for 1 division or £70 for 2 divisions.
When do weigh-ins start and how are they conducted?
Weigh-ins will commence from 8:15am. All weigh-ins will be conducted without the Gi, and competitors entered in both Gi and No-Gi divisions will only weigh in once.
How long are matches?
All juvenile, adult, and masters matches will last 5 minutes. Junior times are as per IBJJF.
Can competitors change their weight category?
Competitors may update their weight category through Smoothcomp until the published deadline. No changes will be permitted after registration closes.
Where can spectator and coach tickets be purchased?
Spectator and coach tickets can be purchased at https://buytickets.at/scottishgrappling/2249020.
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