THE CLASH: EUROPEAN COMBAT SPORTS FESTIVAL 2026 - MMA, Muay Thai, K-1, Taekwondo - FREE ENTRY
Tallinn, Estonia
Description
Registration closes 30 September 2026, 23:59 (Tallinn time). No late registrations accepted.
20–24 October 2026 · Unibet Arena, Tallinn, Estonia
PARTICIPATION IS 100% FREE
No registration fee, no mat fee, no weigh-in fee. The Clash is a non-profit event co-funded by the European Union through Erasmus+ Sport, because money should not decide who gets to compete.
MORE THAN A COMPETITION
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COMPETE
Full brackets in MMA, K-1, Muay Thai and Taekwondo under amateur federation rulesets. Every match broadcast free and professionally on YouTube @TheClashBaltic.
FIGHT FOR THE BELT
Weight-class winners take home the Clash Champion's Belt: serialised, discipline-specific, yours to keep. Earned in the bracket, never handed out.
LEARN
Free seminars all week: nutrition and recovery, mental health, training methodology, personal branding, coach development, judging, EU funding know-how for clubs. Master Classes from fighters like Uku Jürjendal, Horacio Gutierrez and Jeff Chan
GET SUPPORTED
The Erasmus+-funded Supported Athlete Programme helps athletes who could not otherwise afford to compete: selected athletes receive support towards travel or accommodatio
GET CERTIFIED
Participants receive a Europass certificate recognising what they took part in and learned.
FESTIVAL WEEK
TUESDAY 20. OCTOBER
- Arrival
- Accreditation
- Welcome reception
- Seminars
WEDNESDAY 21. OCTOBER
- Qualifiers
- Seminars
THURSDAY 22. OCTOBER
- Semi-finals
- Seminars
FRIDAY 23. OCTOBER
- Finals
- Belt ceremonies
- Seminars
SATURDAY 24. OCTOBER
- Seminars
- Departures
Exact times and hall assignments are published on theclash.ee after registration closes. Registered clubs are notified by e-mail
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European Union Funding
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Co-funded by the European Union (project 101245727). Views and opinions expressed are those of the organisers only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or EACEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
Divisions
- MMA Registration€0
- K-1 Registration€0
- Muay Thai Registration€0
- COACHES AND SUPPORT STAFF€0
Organizer
MTÜ The Clash Baltic
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is THE CLASH: European Combat Sports Festival 2026?
The event takes place 20–24 October 2026 at Unibet Arena in Tallinn, Estonia.
When does registration close?
Registration closes 30 September 2026 at 23:59 Tallinn time. No late registrations are accepted.
How much does it cost to participate?
Participation is 100% free. There is no registration fee, mat fee, or weigh-in fee.
Which disciplines are included?
The event includes full brackets in MMA, K-1, Muay Thai, and Taekwondo under amateur federation rulesets.
What is the festival schedule?
Tuesday 20 October includes arrival, accreditation, welcome reception, and seminars. Wednesday 21 October has qualifiers and seminars; Thursday 22 October has semi-finals and seminars; Friday 23 October has finals, belt ceremonies, and seminars; Saturday 24 October has seminars and departures.
When will exact times and hall assignments be available?
Exact times and hall assignments will be published on theclash.ee after registration closes. Registered clubs are notified by e-mail.
Is entry free for visitors?
The tournament name states FREE ENTRY. No further visitor ticket details are provided.
Are matches broadcast?
Every match is broadcast free on YouTube @TheClashBaltic.
What do weight-class winners receive?
Weight-class winners receive the Clash Champion's Belt, which is serialised and discipline-specific.
Are seminars available during the event?
Free seminars are offered throughout the week, including topics such as nutrition and recovery, mental health, training methodology, personal branding, coach development, judging, and EU funding know-how for clubs.
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