Thug Trials Underground

Saturday, August 28, 2027 St. Joseph, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Gi No-Gi Absolute Kids

Ruleset

Submission only

Entry

$80 - $100

Prizes

$700

Description

So you think you can hang with the Thugs?

Whether you are a seasoned competitor or just getting started, we offer a complete lineup of divisions for kids, teens and adults across every age, belt and weight. Compete in No-Gi divisions separated by age, weight and belt, along with absolute divisions for each rank.

We run a fair, well organized and competitive environment where technique and heart take center stage. Come test yourself, represent your academy and maybe earn your spot on the big stage!

All divisions are Submission Only. To maximize your matches, weight divisions will be done with Madison style bracketing and double elimination. All absolute and cash brackets are single elimination.

Early Bird Registration: $65 (ends July 26th 11:59pm)
Normal Registration: $80 (ends August 14th at 11:59pm)
Late Registration: $90 (ends August 27th at 11:59pm)

Spectator fee will be $10 at the door.

Test yourself in our $700 cash prize absolute divisions for both men and women.
These brackets are capped at 16 competitors.

Location: Great Lakes Training Center
454 Shannon Way, St. Joseph, MI 49085

Doors Open: 8:00am
Matches Start: 9:00am

Event Details

Format

Double elimination

Registration

Early: $65 (ends July 26th 11:59pm); Normal: $80 (ends August 14th 11:59pm); Late: $90 (ends August 27th 11:59pm).

Schedule

Doors open 8:00am; Matches start 9:00am.

Prize Details

$700 cash prize absolute divisions for both men and women; these brackets are capped at 16 competitors.

Spectator Fee

$10 at the door.

Where to Stay Near the Venue

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Closest 1.4 mi from venue Howard Johnson by Wyndham Benton Harbor/St. Joseph ★ 2.2 798 Ferguson Dr, Benton Harbor Check availability

1.4 mi from venue Twin City Inn & Suites Benton Harbor - St. Joseph ★ 4.3 798 Ferguson Dr, Benton Harbor Check availability

1.9 mi from venue SpringHill Suites by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor ★ 4.3 1255 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor Check availability

1.9 mi from venue Hilton Garden Inn Benton Harbor / St. Joseph ★ 4.0 1300 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor Check availability

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Divisions

Boys No-Gi$80
Girls No-Gi$80
Juvenile Boys No-Gi$80
16-17 years
Juvenile Girls No-Gi$80
16-17 years
Male No-Gi$80
Female No-Gi$80
18 years and above
Male Absolute No-Gi$80
Female Absolute No-Gi$80
Cash Prize Open-Weight Open Belt Men$100
Cash Prize Open-Weight Open Belt Women$100

Organizer

Thug Trials

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is Thug Trials Underground?

The event is at Great Lakes Training Center, 454 Shannon Way, St. Joseph, MI 49085. The description does not state the event date.

What time do doors open and matches start?

Doors open at 8:00am, and matches start at 9:00am.

How much is registration and when do registration periods end?

Early Bird Registration is $65 and ends July 26th 11:59pm. Normal Registration is $80 and ends August 14th at 11:59pm. Late Registration is $90 and ends August 27th at 11:59pm.

Is there a spectator fee?

Yes. The spectator fee is $10 at the door.

What divisions are offered?

The event offers No-Gi divisions for kids, teens and adults, separated by age, weight and belt. Absolute divisions are available for each rank.

What is the competition format?

All divisions are Submission Only. Weight divisions use Madison style bracketing and double elimination, while all absolute and cash brackets are single elimination.

Are there cash prize absolute divisions?

Yes. There are $700 cash prize absolute divisions for both men and women, and these brackets are capped at 16 competitors.