SJJIFBF Gi & No-Gi Sofia Fall Open 2026
Sofia, Bulgaria
Description
The SJJIF aims to organize the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and its federations, establishing one common set of rules that will enable the sport.
Fighting styles: Grappling and BJJ
Online registration at smoothcomp.com is obligatory!
Fighters, that aren't registered, will have to pay an additional 10€ fee
Аn event organized by the Bulgarian Sport Jiu-Jitsu Federation, official representative of the Sport Jiu-Jitsu International Federation
The SJJIF aims to organize the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and its federations, establishing one common set of rules that will enable the sport to develop into a recognized Olympic sport. The SJJIF is aware that Jiu-Jitsu is a constantly evolving sport and its rules & regulations will be updated accordingly to reflect the sport's development.
Weight divisions for men adults, masters and juvenile (all skill levels and belts):
-62kg, -68kg, -74kg, -80kg, -86kg, -92kg, -98kg, +98kg, Absolute
Female divisions for Gi and No Gi:
-46kg, -51kg, -56kg, +56kg
More info on weight divisions and rules:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=41&v=AqSoXDy4o_w
https://files.sjjif.com/public/assets/2018%20SJJIF%20Rulebook_FINAL_DEC18.pdf
https://files.sjjif.com/public/assets/SJJIF%20Jiu-Jitsu%20Pro%20Event%20Rules.pdf - Jiu Jitsu Pro Rules
Athletes weigh in without a Gi.
Time limits for adult Beginners and Intermediates: 5 minutes
All masters divisions and kids time limit: 4 minutes
Advanced (purple, brown and black belts): 8 minutes
*all leg locks are allowed in the no-gi advanced division
THE ORGANISER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCHEDULE OR ALTER TIMES IN THE INTERESTS OF RUNNING AN EFFICIENT TOURNAMENT.
*Any athlete who has proven to be a black belt in judo, has fought MMA professionally, has an amateur MMA record or has proven experience in wrestling, Olympic wrestling or Greco-Roman wrestling, can not participate in any event as a white belt.
Weight in: 9:00 am to 10am
On the spot registration - 40€
Fee for Gi & No-Gi - 70€
All athletes must have valid sports insurance and medical insurance documents.
No refunds policy!
Divisions
- Boys Gi€25
- Girls Gi€20
- Male No-Gi€35
- Male Gi€30
- Female Gi€25
- Male Absolute Gi€5
- Female No-Gi€25
- Male Absolute No-Gi€5
- Female Absolute Gi€0
- |Team Competition€0
Organizer
International Submission Fighting Association
Frequently Asked Questions
Is online registration required?
Yes. Online registration at smoothcomp.com is obligatory. Fighters who are not registered must pay an additional 10€ fee.
What are the on-site registration and Gi & No-Gi fees?
On the spot registration is 40€. The fee for Gi & No-Gi is 70€.
When are weigh-ins?
Weigh-ins are from 9:00 am to 10am. Athletes weigh in without a Gi.
What weight divisions are available for men?
Men adults, masters and juvenile divisions, all skill levels and belts, are -62kg, -68kg, -74kg, -80kg, -86kg, -92kg, -98kg, +98kg, and Absolute.
What weight divisions are available for female Gi and No-Gi competitors?
Female divisions for Gi and No Gi are -46kg, -51kg, -56kg, and +56kg.
What are the match time limits?
Adult Beginners and Intermediates have 5-minute matches. All masters divisions and kids have 4-minute matches. Advanced purple, brown and black belts have 8-minute matches.
Are there any No-Gi advanced rules noted?
All leg locks are allowed in the no-gi advanced division.
What documents do athletes need?
All athletes must have valid sports insurance and medical insurance documents.
Can experienced grapplers compete as white belts?
Any athlete proven to be a black belt in judo, to have fought MMA professionally, to have an amateur MMA record, or to have proven experience in wrestling, Olympic wrestling or Greco-Roman wrestling cannot participate in any event as a white belt.
What is the refund policy?
There is a no refunds policy.
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