Description
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Dear Fighters, Parents, and Coaches,
Welcome to the 2026 D.C. Open Youth MMA/Pankration charity event.
We’re excited to have you join us for this premier youth MMA/Pankration event. Please review all details below carefully to ensure a smooth, safe, and successful competition experience.
• Weight cutting is strictly prohibited
• Same-day weigh-ins only
Licensing must be done prior to pre fight registration (Required):
• Athletes: USFL Youth License
• Coaches: USFL Coach License
https://fightleague.org/licensing-information/
EVENT OVERVIEW
Dates: June 6, 2026
Location: The St. James Academy: 6805 Industrial Rd, Springfield VA, 22151
Venue: Professional 24-ft elevated cage
AGE BANDING & WEIGHT CLASSES
Age Bands
• Youth A: Born 2008–2009 (Junior)
• Youth B: Born 2010–2011 (Cadet)
• Youth C: Born 2012–2013 (Schoolboy)
• Youth D: Born 2014–2015 (Novice)
• Rookie: Born in 2016-2017 (Non IMMAF)
Athletes must be under 18 on the final day of competition
Must remain in the same age band for the entire event
Weight Class Rules
• Weigh-ins occur on the day of competition
• 1 lb max weight allowance
Youth A (2008–2009)
Female:
-47.6 kg (105 lbs)
-52.2 kg (115 lbs)
-56.7 kg (125 lbs)
-61.2 kg (135 lbs)
-65.8 kg (145 lbs)
-70.3 kg (155 lbs)
-74.8 kg (165 lbs)
Male:
-52.2 kg (115 lbs)
-56.7 kg (125 lbs)
-61.2 kg (135 lbs)
-65.8 kg (145 lbs)
-70.3 kg (155 lbs)
-74.8 kg (165 lbs)
-79.4 kg (175 lbs)
-83.9 kg (185 lbs)
-88.4 kg (195 lbs)
-93 kg (205 lbs)
-97 kg (215 lbs)
Youth B (2010–2011)
(Male & Female)
-40 kg (88 lbs)
-44 kg (97 lbs)
-48 kg (106 lbs)
-52 kg (115 lbs)
-57 kg (126 lbs)
-62 kg (137 lbs)
-67 kg (148 lbs)
-72 kg (159 lbs)
+72 kg (max 77.1 kg / 170 lbs)
Youth C (2012–2013)
(Male & Female)
-31 kg (68 lbs)
-34 kg (75 lbs)
-37 kg (82 lbs)
-40 kg (88 lbs)
-44 kg (97 lbs)
-48 kg (106 lbs)
-52 kg (115 lbs)
-57 kg (126 lbs)
+57 kg (max 62 kg / 137 lbs)
Youth D (2014–2015)
(Male & Female)
-27 kg (60 lbs)
-31 kg (68 lbs)
-34 kg (75 lbs)
-37 kg (82 lbs)
-40 kg (88 lbs)
-44 kg (97 lbs)
-48 kg (106 lbs)
-52 kg (115 lbs)
-57 kg (126 lbs)
+57 kg (max 62 kg / 137 lbs)
Rookie Division (Ages 8–9) – Non IMMAF
-18 kg (40 lbs)
-21 kg (46 lbs)
-24 kg (53 lbs)
-27 kg (60 lbs)
-31 kg (68 lbs)
-34 kg (75 lbs)
-37 kg (82 lbs)
-40 kg (88 lbs)
-44 kg (97 lbs)
-48 kg (106 lbs)
LICENSING DETAILS
Athletes ($50/year):
• Passport-style photo
• Government ID (name & DOB)
• Doctor + insurance info
• Annual sports physical
Coaches:
• Background check (3 Days to process) + SafeSport (or equivalent)
• CDC concussion training
• Review rules and requirements
EVENT SCHEDULE
Saturday June 6, 2026
- Weigh ins, gear check and pre fight medicals 9-11 am
- Rules Meeting: 2:30pm
- Opening Ceremonies: 3pm
- First fights at 4pm
TICKETS, STREAMING & AWARDS
Tickets:
• $20 General Admission online and $30 at the door.
• Kids 5 & under FREE
• VIP + reserved seating available
Awards:
• Championship belts (1st place)
• Silver & bronze medals
Equipment needed
MMA Gloves
Shin Guard
Mouth Gaurdd
Groin Protection
Please see the official for equipment regulations: https://fightleague.org
MEDICAL & RULES
Pre-Fight Medical Exam (Required for EVERYONE):
• Saturday, June 6 | 9:00 AM
Rules & Updates:
• https://fightleague.org/league-portal/rules-regulations/
• New: Ages 14–15 may perform straight ankle locks
