TOP OF THE SOUTH BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
Blenheim, New Zealand
Description
Competing teaches you important lessons that will make you a stronger version of yourself. And that is what BJJ is all about. Everyone may have a different goal that brought them to the sport, but BJJ has a way of bringing people together that possess the same desire for self-improvement.
Venue
Stadium 2000 Blenheim, which is central, accessible and hospitable. Marlborough boasts a leisure Centre which is a must for every visitor to the sunshine province. Located in the CBD of Blenheim , Stadium 2000 has become a first choice for conferences, tournaments, trade shows, concerts and dinners.
Free for spectators, ample spectator seating , hot food on site.
Prices:
- Kids/Juveniles $ 65 + $30 for extra division
- Adults $75 + $45 for extra division
Normal registration (Ends November 5 at 10pm)
SCHEDULE
WEIGH IN STARTS 8am
*If your child is scheduled to fight at 10am please let officials know so that they can be weighed in first.
*Weigh-ins will be open all day
10am: First Matches Start
1:00pm-ish: Kids matches FINISH
Adults matches START after the all kids matches have completed
*For safety reasons we will not begin the Adults divisions until ALL the kids fights are finished and the mats/bullpen areas are cleared.
*The Kids finish times and adult start times are estimated and are a guideline only
Academy/Team Name: Competitors are responsible to ensure they have registered under the correct academy/team name. Once registration is completed this cannot be altered.
Team Ranking: Teams will be ranked in the following order. First Consideration - Team points will be allocated based on Gold, Silver & Bronze placings. The Team with the most points overall will win the first place, Followed by the team with second highest overall points in second and the team with third highest points in third. Second consideration - In the event a team is tied on points, ranking between the tied teams will be determined by the better ranking going to the team with the most gold medals. If it is still tied then the team with the most silver medals will receive the better ranking. Then if it is still tied then the team with the most bronze medals will receive the better ranking
IMPORTANT
RULES SJJIF Ruleset
Please ensure you are close to the Matted area at least 30 minutes before you are scheduled to fight as disqualification can disappoint.
NO spectators will be permitted in the bullpen area.
COACHING
There are no coaches or parents permitted in the fighting area. For our children divisions we have a great team of Marshall's that help your child through the process. Please bring your child to the bull pen area, and if they are shy or upset request that one of our Marshall's come and escort them to their gym group.
BRACKETS/MERGING
If you are the only one in your registered division, you will need to be merged.
We will take all safety precautions when merging divisions, this will based on age, weight and belt.
If we cannot find a safe bracket to merge you in to, you will receive a coupon credit which can be used at any one of our Competitions.
Organized by Marcelo Lopes BJJNZ
All competitors from all grappling disciplines and academies are welcomed to compete. This is a great opportunity for the entire family, to compete at the same event.
Please ensure you are close to the Matted area at least 30 minutes before you are scheduled to fight as disqualification can disappoint.
NO spectators will be permitted in the bullpen area.
COACHING There are no coaches or parents permitted in the fighting area. For our children divisions we have a great team of Marshall's that help your child through the process. Please bring your child to the bull pen area, and if they are shy or upset request that one of our Marshall's come and escort them to their gym group.
Divisions
- Girls Gi$65
- Girls No-Gi$65
- Boys Gi$65
- Boys No-Gi$65
- Juvenile Girls Gi$65
- Juvenile Girls No-Gi$65
- Juvenile Boys Gi$65
- Juvenile Boys No-Gi$65
- Female Gi$75
- Female No-Gi$75
- Male Gi$75
- Male No-Gi$75
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the tournament venue?
The tournament is at Stadium 2000 in Blenheim, located in the CBD of Blenheim.
How much does registration cost?
Kids/Juveniles registration is $65, plus $30 for an extra division. Adults registration is $75, plus $45 for an extra division.
When does normal registration end?
Normal registration ends November 5 at 10pm.
What time do weigh-ins and matches start?
Weigh-ins start at 8am and are open all day. First matches start at 10am.
What is the event schedule for kids and adults?
Kids matches are estimated to finish around 1:00pm-ish. Adult matches start after all kids matches have completed; these times are guidelines only.
Are spectators allowed, and is there a spectator fee?
Spectators are free, with ample spectator seating and hot food on site. No spectators are permitted in the bullpen area.
What should competitors know before their match time?
Competitors should be close to the matted area at least 30 minutes before they are scheduled to fight.
Are coaches or parents allowed in the fighting area?
No coaches or parents are permitted in the fighting area. For children’s divisions, Marshalls help children through the process from the bull pen area.
What happens if I am the only competitor in my division?
If you are the only one in your registered division, you will need to be merged. Merging is based on age, weight, and belt with safety precautions; if no safe bracket can be found, you will receive a coupon credit usable at any one of their competitions.
Can I change my academy or team name after registering?
No. Competitors are responsible for registering under the correct academy/team name, and it cannot be altered once registration is completed.
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