Velocity Grappling Series – Qualifier #1 "Road to the 2027 VGS Championship
Salt Lake City, United States
Description
The road to the 2027 Velocity Grappling Series Championship begins here.
Compete in the first official Velocity Grappling Series Qualifier and earn your opportunity to advance to the 2027 VGS Championship.
This is a premier Adults & Advanced Teens No-Gi event built for athletes looking to test themselves under the Velocity Grappling Series ruleset. Every match matters, and every victory brings you one step closer to competing for the 2027 VGS Championship belt.
Event Format
- Double Elimination
- Adult & Advanced Teens No-Gi Jiu-jitsu
- VGS Ruleset
- 6-Minute Matches
- Final Championship round best 2-3 | 3x3 min matches
- Overtime round 6 min.
- Judges' Decision if no submission
- Teens Final Championship 3 round 5 Min first submission wins or judges decision.
Divisions
We are looking for the best of the best at each weight division to compete for a belt at the Grand Prix 2027 VGS Championship Finals.
Adult No-Gi (16 man bracket)
- Featherweight 65kg open rank
Teens No-Gi Ages 15-17 (16 Athlete bracket)
Featherweight under 145.5
Qualification
The top finishers from each division will advance toward the 2027 Velocity Grappling Series Championship Belt with grand prize
Championship Qualifiers
🥇 Champion
Alternates
🥈 Runner-Up
🥉 Third Place
Location #1
Velocity Combat Club
370 S. 300 E.
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Qualifier Location 2, 3 & 4 will be determined
Schedule
Registration Opens: open now
Registration Closes: September 6th
Rules Meeting: 10:00 AM
Doors Open: 1:30pm
Event Start time: 3:00pm
Match Format
- Double Elimination
- Adults and Teens six minute regulation matches
- Judges' Decision if no submission
- Official VGS Ruleset
- All competitors are guaranteed at least two matches.
Awards
🥇 Champion
- Qualifies for the 2027 Velocity Grappling Series Championship
🥈 Runner-Up
- Official Alternate for the 2027 Velocity Grappling Series Championship
🥉 Third Place
- Official Alternate for the 2027 Velocity Grappling Series Championship
Registration Fees
Regular Registration: $80
Late Registration: $100
Registration is limited to 16 competitors per division (Teens & Adults). Once a division is full, registration will close. Register early to secure your spot.
Divisions
- Teens 15-17 years$80
- Mens featherweight +18 years$80
Organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Velocity Grappling Series – Qualifier #1 being held?
The event is at Velocity Combat Club, 370 S. 300 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
When does registration close?
Registration is open now and closes September 6th. Registration may close earlier for a division once it reaches 16 competitors.
What time are the rules meeting, doors opening, and event start?
The rules meeting is at 10:00 AM. Doors open at 1:30pm and the event starts at 3:00pm.
What divisions are offered?
The event offers Adult No-Gi Featherweight 65kg open rank in a 16-man bracket, and Teens No-Gi Ages 15-17 Featherweight under 145.5 in a 16-athlete bracket.
How much does registration cost?
Regular registration is $80. Late registration is $100.
What is the competition format?
The format is double elimination under the official VGS Ruleset. Adults and teens have six-minute regulation matches, and all competitors are guaranteed at least two matches.
How are matches decided if there is no submission?
Matches go to judges' decision if there is no submission.
What is the final championship round format?
The adult final championship round is best 2-of-3 with 3x3 minute matches. The teens final championship is 3 rounds of 5 minutes, with first submission winning or judges' decision.
Who qualifies for the 2027 Velocity Grappling Series Championship?
The champion qualifies for the 2027 Velocity Grappling Series Championship. The runner-up and third-place finisher are official alternates.
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