Description
EVENT INFORMATION
Vanguard Elite Series proudly presents the inaugural Summer Championship on July 25, 2026, in Montreal, Quebec.
Built by experienced tournament organizers and competitors, VES was created with one objective:
To deliver a smoother, fairer, and more professional competition experience for athletes, coaches, and spectators.
From streamlined scheduling and structured staffing to premium presentation and efficient bracket management, every aspect of the event is designed to operate at the highest standard.
Whether you are competing for the first time or preparing for high-level competition, Vanguard Elite Series is committed to providing an organized, athlete-first environment.
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EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Location: 2345 Boulevard Thimens, Saint-Laurent, Quebec H4R 1T4
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Doors Open: 8:00 AM
Rules Meeting: 9:30 AM
First Matches: 10:00 AM
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COMPETITION FORMAT
Gi & No-Gi Divisions
Kids Double-Elimination
Adult Double-Elimination
Absolute Divisions
IBJJF Ruleset
Professional Referee Team
Live Brackets & Dynamic Scheduling through Smoothcomp
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ATHLETE EXPERIENCE
Vanguard Elite Series focuses on creating a high-quality tournament environment through:
Structured scheduling
Professional mat coordination
Clear communication
Efficient weigh-ins
Dedicated athlete support
Premium event presentation
Organized coaching areasLive bracket updates
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WEIGH-INSYouth Divisions
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Adult Divisions
Begin after youth weigh-ins conclude.
Gi athletes weigh in with the gi.
No-Gi athletes weigh in wearing rashguard and shorts.
All competitors are expected to be checked in, warmed up, and ready at least one hour before their scheduled division.
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SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Adult Spectators: $10 CAD (Cash)
Youth Spectators: Free
Black Belts & Registered Coaches: Free
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Athletes are responsible for registering in the correct division.
Brackets and match times are dynamic and may change throughout the event.
Division changes must be completed before the registration deadline.
Athletes who fail to make weight may be disqualified.
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RULES
This event follows the official IBJJF ruleset for Gi and No-Gi competition.
Complete rules for Quebec event:
