The 2026 North American Grand Finale
Norwalk, CA , United States
Description
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.
| Tier | Gi or No-Gi |
| EARLY ACCESS | |
| First 200 Kids AND 100 Adults | $49.99 |
| GENERAL REGISTRATION (Opens Sep 4) | |
| Until Sep 24 | $79.99 |
| Until Oct 14 | $89.99 |
| Until Oct 28* | $99.99 |
| Until Nov 11 | $109.99 |
| Until Nov 25 | $119.99 |
| DIVISION CHANGE DEADLINE Nov 28 | Register for Gi and get No-Gi for 30% OFF |
*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
Divisions
- Kids (Gi)$49.99
- Kids (No-Gi)$49.99
- Juveniles (Gi)$49.99
- Adults and Masters (Gi)$49.99
- Adults and Masters (Gi) Black Belts$49.99
- Juveniles (No-Gi)$49.99
- Adults and Masters (No-Gi)$49.99
- Adults and Masters (No-Gi) Black Belts$49.99
- Special Adaptive Jiu Jitsu (Exhibition)$49.99
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is The 2026 North American Grand Finale?
The event is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Cerritos College, 11110 Alondra Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650.
What time do doors open?
Doors open at 7:30 AM. The official tournament schedule will be released on Smoothcomp in the days leading up to the event.
Who can compete at this event?
The event includes Kids, Juveniles, and Adults.
What are the registration prices and deadlines?
Early access is $49.99 for the first 200 Kids and 100 Adults. General registration opens Sep 4 and costs $79.99 until Sep 24, $89.99 until Oct 14, $99.99 until Oct 28, $109.99 until Nov 11, and $119.99 until Nov 25. Registration closes Nov 25, 2026.
Is there a discount for registering for both Gi and No-Gi?
Yes. Registration includes Gi and/or No-Gi divisions, and athletes who register for Gi can get No-Gi for 30% off.
What are the key deadlines for division changes, brackets, and the rash guard offer?
The free rash guard deadline is Oct 28, 2026, and the division change deadline is Nov 28, 2026. Brackets and the schedule will be posted Dec 3, 2026. No division changes are allowed after the deadline.
How much are spectator tickets and VIP Mat Access?
Spectator tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door, card only, and children under 7 enter free. VIP Mat Access is $59.99 pre-order or $79.99 at the door, and VIP ticket holders must also buy spectator tickets.
What are the mat area access rules?
Only spectators who purchased VIP Mat Access may enter the mat area. Coaches must sign a NABJJF Code of Conduct Agreement and check in at the weigh-in station to obtain wristbands. If a coach has not received an agreement, they should email tournament@nabjjf.com.
What are the weigh-in rules?
Kids divisions have a 2-pound weight allowance, and athletes exceeding it will be disqualified. Juvenile and Adult divisions have no weight allowance. Weigh-ins must be done in full competition attire, either Gi or No-Gi uniform.
What bracket format will be used?
All Kids, Juvenile, and Adult brackets use a double elimination format. Two competitors are best 2 out of 3, three competitors are round robin, and four or more competitors are double elimination with a 3rd place match.
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