The jiu-jitsu tournament will take place on 21 March 2026 in Paphos, Cyprus.
Location:
The International School of Paphos (ISOP)
100 Aristotelous Savva Avenue, 8025 Anavargos, Paphos, Cyprus
The event is open to participants of all ages and skill levels, from young beginners to experienced athletes. Competitions will be held in both Gi and No-Gi divisions.
Categories:
- Kids, Infant, Junior, Teen, Juvenile
- Adults
- Masters
Divisions are organised by age, weight and belt level according to IBJJF standards.
Competition format:
- Kids 1, Kids 2 and Kids 3 (white belt) will have two matches regardless of the result of the first fight
- All other categories use a classic single elimination system
Fight time:
- Children: 2–3 minutes
- Juniors: 4–5 minutes
- Adults and Masters: 5–6 minutes
All matches are held according to the official IBJJF rules. Athletes must use clean Gi or No-Gi equipment in accordance with the regulations.
Weigh-in:
- Weigh-in takes place at the tournament venue
- Starts at 09:00 and continues throughout the competition
- Weigh-in is conducted without the gi, in shorts and a T-shirt
- Weight allowance of 500 g applies only to athletes up to 11 years old
Schedule:
Doors open at 08:30
Competition starts at 10:00
Awards:
- Medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each category
- In Round Robin format, all group members receive awards
Registration periods:
- Early Bird: 28 November – 01 January
- Normal: 01 January – 21 February
- Late: 21 February – 15 March
Participation fee:
Kids, Juniors, Teens and Juveniles:
- Early Bird registration - 35 €
- Normal registration - 50 €
- Late registration - 60 €
Adults:
- Early Bird registration - 45 €
- Normal registration - 60 €
- Late registration - 70 €
When registering for both disciplines (Gi and No-Gi), a 10 € discount is applied to the total amount.
Important information:
If fewer than two participants register in a weight category, the organiser may merge categories by weight, age or belt level. The organiser also reserves the right to close registration early if the maximum number of participants is reached.
