Description
?? Why VERSUS BJJ?
More matches. Less stress. At most tournaments, you lose once and your day is over. Not at VERSUS. Our smart round-robin system gives you 4 matches—no matter if you win or lose.
That means: ?? More experience ?? More rolling ?? Better value
If a bracket gets too large, we split it into groups and run a final to keep things clear and competitive.
Back to the essence. We keep it fun, fair, and focused. Good matches, chill vibes, and a positive atmosphere. No hype, no chaos—just real grappling.
Fuel that actually fuels. Expect warm wraps and high-quality açaà bowls, not sad bananas and dry protein bars. Real food for real athletes.
Smooth day, solid setup. We space out matches smartly, communicate clearly through Smoothcomp, and run medal ceremonies right after your bracket ends. You just need to show up and roll.
?? Ready to test your BJJ? Scroll down for all practical details.
?? How our system works
- 4 matches per athlete in most brackets.
- Everyone fights multiple times—no “one and done”.
- Large brackets? We split them and finish with a final.
- More mat time, more growth, more fun. Simple as that.
?? Event Details
?? General Schedule
- Doors open: 12:00
- Weigh-in starts: 12:00
- First matches: 13:00
- Expected finish: ±17:00
?? Weigh-in
- Weigh-in closes 45 minutes before your first match.
- All athletes must check in at the scale to confirm presence.
- If you’re not checked in, you’re not competing.
? Be on Time
- Nobody will call your name.
- Be at your mat 3 matches before your own.
- If you're late: DQ.
- Check Smoothcomp regularly—timelines update constantly.
?? Medal Ceremony
- Happens right after your bracket finishes.
- If you placed 1st, 2nd, or 3rd, grab your fellow medalists and hit the podium.
?? Divisions
BJJ – Adults Only (Men & Women)
- Belts: White, Blue, Elite (Purple & up)
- Men: -64 / -70 / -76 / -82.3 / -88.3 / -94.3 / -100.5 / 100.5+
- Women: -60 / -65 / -70 / 70+
?? Experience Guidelines
At VERSUS, we want to offer fair and safe matches for everyone. That’s why we make clear distinctions between Novice and Beginner on White belt level. Based on actual BJJ experience, combat sports background, and prior results.
Please be honest when selecting your division. Sandbagging (competing below your real level) ruins the experience for others and will always lead to a DQ with no refund.
Division Guidelines:
?? Novice
- Less than 6 months of grappling experience
- No background in other combat sports
- Has not won medals at previous VERSUS events
- No cauliflower ears
- No past combat sport experience, even from youth
?? Beginner
- White belt
- 6+ months of experience
? Match Duration
- White belts: 3:30 minutes
- Blue belts: 4:30 minutes
- Elite (Purple and up): 5:30 minutes
?? Rules
This event follows the official IBJJF ruleset. You can find the full rules here: ?? https://ibjjf.com/rules
?? Registration & Refund Policy
- Standard fee: €40
- Early Bird: €33
- Late Entry: €47
- Refunds: 100% until Thursday before the event 50% on Friday or Saturday No refund on Sunday
Cancel via Smoothcomp: My Account > Your Registrations > Cancel
? FAQ
Q: Can spectators join? A: No. Only athletes and coaches are allowed—except parents of under-18s.
Q: When are brackets published? A: Friday before the event.
Q: Can I change my division? A: Yes, until 15:00 the day before via Smoothcomp: My Account > Your Registrations > Edit
Q: When is weigh-in? A: From 11:00, closes 45 minutes before your first match.
?? Final Note
We’re here for good matches, good food, and good vibes. Respect each other, respect the venue, and leave the ego at the door.
See you on the mats.
