The 2026 North American Grand Finale

Hello, Competitor!

It’s time to step on the mat and showcase your training. Competing is one of the best ways to challenge your technique, test your mindset, and grow as a martial artist. We’re excited to host you at one of the most established tournaments in the sport.

ANNOUNCEMENT! New white belt competitors can join our Debut Division up to their FIRST 3 NABJJF TOURNAMENTS. If you apply, click on the belt option labeled "White (First Time Only)".

DATE: Saturday, December 5, 2026

All Kids, Juveniles & Adults

VENUE

Cerritos College - 11110 Alondra Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650

Doors open at 7:30 AM. The official tournament schedule will be released on Smoothcomp in the days leading up to the event.

PRICES

Registration includes Gi and/or No-Gi divisions. 

**NEW: Black Belts who compete for FREE must pay a deposit at registration, which will be refunded to them at the tournament day if they show up.

*Register by this date to receive a free rash guard. Otherwise, rash guard can be purchased at the event for a fee.

Spectator Fee: $12 online, $15 at the door. Spectator tickets are card only — no cash will be accepted. Children under 7 enter free.

VIP Mat Access:

• $59.99 Pre-order
• $79.99 At the door

***VIP ticket holders must also buy spectator tickets. Please check in at the weigh-in station to collect your wristband. Only coaches and spectators will be allowed in the mat area. 

MAT AREA RULES

• Only spectators who purchased a VIP Mat Access may enter the mat area. 
• All Coaches must sign a NABJJF Code of Conduct Agreement before being allowed in the mat area. If you have not received an agreement, please email tournament@nabjjf.com.
• Coaches must check in at the weigh-in station to obtain their wristbands. 

WEIGH-IN RULES

• Kids Divisions: 2-pound weight allowance. Athletes exceeding this allowance will be disqualified. Please register your child in a division they can safely make.
• Juvenile and Adult Divisions: No weight allowance.
• Weigh-ins must be done in full competition attire (Gi or No-Gi uniform).

BRACKET FORMAT

• Double Elimination format for all brackets (Kids, Juvenile, and Adult)
• 2 competitors: best 2 out of 3
• 3 competitors: round robin
• 4+ competitors: double elimination with 3rd place match

IMPORTANT DATES

• Free Rash Guard Deadline: Oct 28, 2026

• Division Change Deadline: Nov 28, 2026

• Registration Closes: Nov 25, 2026

• Brackets and Schedule Posted: Dec 3, 2026

No changes to divisions will be allowed after the deadline. Athletes are responsible for reviewing their registration and weight class in Smoothcomp before the division change deadline.

RESOURCES AND SUPPORT

For event rules, uniform guidelines, and additional details, nabjjf.com/faq.

View competitor list: HERE

Brackets and Schedule: HERE

For general inquiries: tournament@nabjjf.com

We look forward to seeing you on the mats.

– The NABJJF Team