The Jiu-Jitsu Derby Autumn Edition 2026 - Gi & NoGi
Derby, United Kingdom
Description
The Jiu Jitsu Derby - Gi and No Gi
Saturday 19th September 2026
Location
Derby Velodrome, Royal Way, Derby, DE24 8JB
On site parking available.
Categories
This event will run both Gi and NoGi:
Junior - Under 16yr
Juvenile - Under 18yr
Adult - Under 29yr
Masters 1 - Above 30yr
Masters 2 - Above 40yr
Senior 1 - Above 50yr
Male and female divisions.
Registration for Absolute Divisions will be open on the day of the event for the following divisions: Blue Belt to Black Belt Adult, Masters & Seniors. Registration for absolutes will be open to division medalists only.
Judo Black Belts and Pro MMA fighters must register for the Blue Belt division.
Schedule
Brackets and match schedules will be published via smoothcomp and will be updated live throughout the event. Order of matches will be displayed at the event and can also be viewed online, click this link to view “How to guide” - https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/90-find-out-your-dynamic-starting-time
Athletes should be in the warm up area 60 minutes ahead of the start of the division. It is the athletes responsibility to check-in with their mat co-ordinator when called. Any athletes not present at the start time of their division will be disqualified.
Competition Format & Rules
This event is a Gi & NoGi competition
Submission ruleset as per IBJJF
Uniform - All athletes' uniform is required to be clean and presentable. If the athlete’s uniform does not meet requirements, they will have one opportunity to find a suitable replacement or will be disqualified. All junior athletes will be required to wear a rashguard top beneath their Gi.
Weigh-ins - Athletes are able to weigh in without a Gi. Those athletes competing in both Gi and NoGi will only be required to weigh in once. You may weigh in at anytime on the day, priority being given to those competing first in the day. Organisers will allow up to 0.5kg allowance for Junior and Juvenile athletes only, if athletes fail to make weight they will be disqualified.
One coach per competitor will be permitted to sit mat-side for the duration of the match. Coaches passes will be allocated depending on the number of competitors per club. 1 coaches pass 1-5 competitors. 2 coaches passes for more than 5 competitors
Coaches passes will be given out to clubs on a first come first served bases on reception. It is down to the teams to organise coaches passes between themselves.
Coaches must remain seated during matches and must not interfere with event officials. All athletes and coaches must leave the competition area once their matches have finished.
Prizes
Medals will be awarded to Gold, Silver and joint Bronze placed competitors.
Team Trophies will be awarded for Best Overall Team for both Gi and NoGi
Results will be updated and available live via smoothcomp.
Photos will be posted to THE JIU JITSU DERBY Facebook page following the event.
THE EVENT ORGANISERS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ENTRY OR ADMISSION. THE RESPECT RULE WILL BE IN OPERATION AND ANY COMPETITOR, COACH OR SPECTATOR THAT BREAKS THIS RULE WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE EVENT.
Contact email: derbybjjcomps@gmail.com
Divisions
- Boys Gi£45
- Boys NoGi£45
- Juvenile Boys Gi£45
- Juvenile Boys NoGi£45
- Girls Gi£45
- Girls NoGi£45
- Juvenile Girls Gi£45
- Juvenile Girls NoGi£45
- Male Gi£50
- Male NoGi£50
- Female Gi£50
- Female NoGi£50
Organizer
The Jiu-Jitsu Derby
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is The Jiu-Jitsu Derby Autumn Edition 2026?
The event is on Saturday 19th September 2026 at Derby Velodrome, Royal Way, Derby, DE24 8JB. On site parking is available.
Will the event include Gi and NoGi divisions?
Yes. This event will run both Gi and NoGi divisions, with male and female divisions.
What age categories are available?
The categories listed are Junior - Under 16yr, Juvenile - Under 18yr, Adult - Under 29yr, Masters 1 - Above 30yr, Masters 2 - Above 40yr, and Senior 1 - Above 50yr.
How do absolute division registrations work?
Registration for Absolute Divisions will be open on the day of the event for Blue Belt to Black Belt Adult, Masters and Seniors. It is open to division medalists only.
Are there any belt restrictions for Judo Black Belts or Pro MMA fighters?
Yes. Judo Black Belts and Pro MMA fighters must register for the Blue Belt division.
When should athletes arrive for their division?
Athletes should be in the warm up area 60 minutes ahead of the start of the division. Athletes not present at the start time of their division will be disqualified.
Where will brackets and match schedules be published?
Brackets and match schedules will be published via Smoothcomp and updated live throughout the event. The order of matches will also be displayed at the event and can be viewed online.
What are the weigh-in rules?
Athletes may weigh in without a Gi and can weigh in at any time on the day, with priority given to those competing first. Athletes competing in both Gi and NoGi only need to weigh in once; Junior and Juvenile athletes have up to a 0.5kg allowance, and athletes who fail to make weight will be disqualified.
What uniform requirements apply?
All athletes' uniforms must be clean and presentable. If a uniform does not meet requirements, the athlete will have one opportunity to find a suitable replacement or will be disqualified; all junior athletes must wear a rashguard top beneath their Gi.
How can I contact the organizers?
The contact email is derbybjjcomps@gmail.com.
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