Virginia Beach has one of the busiest BJJ tournament calendars in Virginia, with occasional events also in nearby Norfolk. Grappling Industries Virginia Beach is the most frequent event, returning several times a year with round-robin brackets.
FUJI BJJ runs the Virginia Beach Fall Championship, and NEWBREED holds spring and summer championships in the city. NAGA, MDL Virginia Beach and the Samurai Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt Quintet add to the calendar, along with events from Chesapeake Grappling Academy.
Gi and No-Gi divisions are offered in roughly equal measure. Around two in five events include kids divisions, and a similar share have an absolute division. Most events use house rules, and entry typically costs around $30–$94. May, August and September are the busiest months, followed by March and November.
