Winter Sunninghill No Gi Open - BJJ Tournament in Johannesburg 2027

Winter Sunninghill No Gi Open

Saturday, August 28, 2027 Sunninghill, Johannesburg, South Africa

At a Glance

Divisions
Gi No-Gi Kids
Ruleset
IBJJF
Prizes
Cash

Description

The Sunninghill Gi Open is back β€” and it’s OPEN TO ALL!

Continue your 2026/2027 competition season in style at this exciting IBJJF rules-based tournament hosted at QuanWessels Sunninghill. Whether it’s your first time stepping onto the mats or you’re a seasoned competitor preparing for future competitions, this event offers the perfect opportunity to test your skills, gain experience, and challenge yourself in a safe, professional environment.

Cash prizes will be awarded to all gold medalists.

This competition is designed to help athletes of all levels grow through competition, learn under pressure, and enjoy the experience of testing themselves on the mats. We strongly encourage first-time competitors to enter, as this is one of the best and safest ways to gain valuable tournament experience.

Please note: This is an official IBJJF No Gi rules competition. Any athlete who misses weight will be disqualified. IBJJF rules are available here: https://ibjjf.com/news/new-rules-updates

πŸ“… Date: Saturday, 28 August 2027
πŸ“ Venue: QuanWessels Sunninghill

πŸ”₯ Why compete?

  • Ideal platform for first-time competitors
  • Gain experience under official IBJJF rules
  • Sharpen your skills for the season ahead
  • Build confidence, composure, and momentum
  • Experience the excitement and challenge of competition

Start your season strong β€” we’ll see you on the mats!

πŸ’° Registration Fees

Early Bird Registration (Ends Monday, 26 July 2027): R200
Regular Registration (From 27 July): R300
Late Registration (From 24 August): R400

Registration closes Thursday, 26 August at 23:59.

πŸ“Œ Important Competition Information

Weigh-ins close: 08:30am (Kids may weigh in during the week of the event. Missed weights will result in disqualification.)

Kids Rules Briefing & Warm-Up: 08:45am – 09:00am Kids Divisions Start.
Adult Divisions Start: Immediately after the kids divisions conclude

Weigh-ins will take place in the common area of the Oleilu Restaurant at Moove.

Please note: No food or drinks are permitted inside QuanWessels, except water in sealed water bottles.

πŸ“ž Contact Information

Guy 072 397 3577 guy@quanwessels.co.za info@quanwessels.co.za

πŸ’³ Entry Fee Payment Details. Send pop to above contacts.

Fightfit Militia
FNB Bank Account Number: 62269271369
Branch Code: 250655

No-GI Jiu-Jitsu Uniform RequirementsShirts and Rash Guards:

Both genders must wear a shirt of elastic material (skin tight) long enough to cover the torso all the way to the waistband of the shorts, colored black, white, or black and white, and with at least 10% of the rank color(belt) to which the athlete belongs. Shirts 100% the color of the athlete’s rank (belt) are also permitted.

Shorts & compression shorts/tights (skin-tight):

Board shorts colored black, white, black and white, and/or the color of the rank (belt) to which the athlete belongs, without pockets or with the pockets stitched completely shut, without buttons, exposed drawstrings, zippers or any form of plastic or metal that could present a risk to the opponent, long enough to cover at least halfway down the thigh, and no longer than the knee.

Compression shorts or tights made of elastic material (skin tight) worn beneath the shorts, in the colors black, white, black and white, and/or the color of the rank (belt) to which the athlete belongs.

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Event Details

Registration
Early Bird ends Monday, 26 July 2027; Regular from 27 July 2027; Late from 24 August 2027; Registration closes 26 August 2027 at 23:59.
Schedule
Kids rules briefing & warm-up 08:45–09:00; Kids divisions start after warm-up; Adult divisions start immediately after the kids divisions conclude.
Weigh-In
Weigh-ins close 08:30; kids may weigh in during the week of the event; location: common area of the Oleilu Restaurant at Moove; missed weights will result in disqualification.
Prize Details
Cash prizes awarded to all gold medalists.

Rules

This event runs under IBJJF rules.

Two points for a takedown, sweep or knee on belly, three for a pass, four for mount or back, with advantages and penalties to split the close ones. Know the scoreboard before you're the one staring at it.

How IBJJF scoring works

Divisions

  • Boys No Gi200 ZAR
  • Girls No Gi200 ZAR
  • Juvenile Boys No-Gi200 ZAR
    16-17 years
  • Juvenile Girls No-Gi200 ZAR
    16-17 years
  • Male No-Gi200 ZAR
    18 years and above
  • Female No-Gi200 ZAR
    18 years and above

Organizer

QuanWessels Affiliation
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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the Winter Sunninghill No Gi Open held?
Saturday, 28 August 2027 at QuanWessels Sunninghill.
What are the registration fees and deadlines?
Early Bird (ends Monday, 26 July 2027): R200; Regular (from 27 July): R300; Late (from 24 August): R400. Registration closes Thursday, 26 August at 23:59.
How do I pay the entry fee?
Payment details: Fightfit Militia, FNB Bank, Account Number: 62269271369, Branch Code: 250655. Send pop to above contacts.
Who can I contact for questions or to send payment POP?
Contact Guy at 072 397 3577 or email guy@quanwessels.co.za or info@quanwessels.co.za.
What are the weigh-in times and location?
Weigh-ins close at 08:30am; kids may weigh in during the week of the event. Weigh-ins will take place in the common area of the Oleilu Restaurant at Moove.
What is the event schedule for kids and adults?
Kids rules briefing & warm-up: 08:45am–09:00am followed by kids divisions starting then; adult divisions start immediately after the kids divisions conclude.
What rules apply and what are the consequences for missing weight?
This is an official IBJJF No Gi rules competition and any athlete who misses weight will be disqualified. IBJJF rules are available here: https://ibjjf.com/news/new-rules-updates
What are the No-Gi uniform requirements for shirts and shorts?
Shirts must be elastic (skin tight), long enough to cover the torso to the waistband, colored black, white, or black and white, and include at least 10% of the rank color; shirts 100% the color of the athlete’s rank are also permitted. Board shorts must be black, white, black and white, and/or the rank color, without pockets (or with pockets stitched shut), without buttons, exposed drawstrings, zippers or plastic/metal, and must reach at least halfway down the thigh but not past the knee; compression shorts or tights worn beneath must be black, white, black and white, and/or the rank color.
Are there prizes awarded?
Cash prizes will be awarded to all gold medalists.
Are food and drinks allowed inside the venue?
No food or drinks are permitted inside QuanWessels, except water in sealed water bottles.

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