Underdog Tournament #12
Ittenheim, France
Description
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ESTIMATION of the Planning on Event Day
The team reserves the right to close the weigh-in if the majority of the athletes have already weigh-ed in.
- 8h30 : Doors opening
- 8h45 -10h15 : Weigh-in
- 9h30 : Briefing
- 10h15 max : Competition start
- First break around 12h30 (15 minutes)
- Second break around 15h environ (15 minutes)
- 17h-19h : Estimated end of competition
Grappling by weight and experience level
- Beginners : WHITE belt and LESS than 2 years of experience
- Intermediates : Maximum BLUE belt and 4 years of experience
- Advanced : more than 4 years of experience
Weight classes :
- 61.5 Kg and under (51.5 for women)
- 67.5 Kg and under (56.5 for women)
- 73.5 Kg and under (61.5 for women)
- 79.5 Kg and under (66.5 for women)
- 85.5 Kg and under (71.5 for women)
- 85.6 Kg and over (71.6 for women)
⚠️ ATTENTION ⚠️
A valid ID will be required at the weigh-in. A weight tollerance of 300g will be accepted.
⚠️After 31.10.2026⚠️ : no more weight class or experience level modifications.
No refunds or registration modifications the day of the competition.
⚠️Experience Checks⚠️
All athlète that is a black belt in Judo, blue belt (or higher) un luta livre, having a national level experience un wrestling (of any kind) or that has already fought in amateur (at least) MMA; cannot register for the begginer level.
At approximatelly one month until the event we will be checking every registered/paid athlete for their correct experience level in accoding with our ruleset.
If we have doubts you will be contacted to be placed in the adequate division.
Open Class : Gi & No-Gi
All registered athletes go head to head in a single elimination bracket, without distinction of weight class or experience level. The rule set is the one for the No-Gi beggier/intermediate level.
Aditionnal prizes
For the following categories, the registration for the next event (UT 13) will be for free !
No-Gi Intermediates
All winner of a bracket of 12 or more people.
No-Gi Advanced
All winner of his/her bracket.
Divisions
- Male No-Gi€30
- Female No-Gi€30
- Open Class€25
Organizer
Underdog Tournament
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated event-day schedule for Underdog Tournament #12?
Doors open at 8h30. Weigh-in is estimated for 8h45-10h15, briefing at 9h30, and competition starts by 10h15 max. The estimated end of competition is 17h-19h.
When are the breaks expected during the event?
The first break is around 12h30 for 15 minutes. The second break is around 15h environ for 15 minutes.
What are the weigh-in requirements?
A valid ID will be required at the weigh-in. A weight tollerance of 300g will be accepted. The team reserves the right to close the weigh-in if the majority of athletes have already weighed in.
What are the experience levels for grappling divisions?
Beginners are WHITE belt and LESS than 2 years of experience. Intermediates are maximum BLUE belt and 4 years of experience. Advanced is more than 4 years of experience.
What are the weight classes?
Men's weight classes are 61.5 Kg and under, 67.5 Kg and under, 73.5 Kg and under, 79.5 Kg and under, 85.5 Kg and under, and 85.6 Kg and over. Women's weight classes are 51.5, 56.5, 61.5, 66.5, 71.5 Kg and under, and 71.6 Kg and over.
What is the deadline for weight class or experience level changes?
After 31.10.2026, no more weight class or experience level modifications are allowed. No refunds or registration modifications are allowed the day of the competition.
Who cannot register for the beginner level?
Athletes who are a black belt in Judo, blue belt or higher in luta livre, have national level experience in wrestling of any kind, or have already fought in amateur MMA cannot register for the beginner level.
Will athlete experience levels be checked?
At approximatelly one month until the event, every registered/paid athlete will be checked for correct experience level according to the ruleset. If there are doubts, the athlete will be contacted to be placed in the adequate division.
How does the Open Class work?
The Open Class is Gi & No-Gi. All registered athletes compete in a single elimination bracket without distinction of weight class or experience level, using the No-Gi beggier/intermediate level ruleset.
Are there prizes for any divisions?
For No-Gi Intermediates, winners of a bracket of 12 or more people receive free registration for the next event, UT 13. For No-Gi Advanced, all bracket winners receive free registration for UT 13.
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