The Grind Classic V

Event

Saturday, October 3, 2026 Mission Oak High School 3442 E. Bardsley Ave. Tulare, CA 93274 The Grind Classic returns for its fifth installment, bringing together athletes from across California for a full day of Gi and NoGi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition. Kids, adults, beginners, and experienced competitors are all welcome.

Registration

Registration Opens: July 20th, 2026, at 12:00 AM (PDT) Registration Closes: October 1, 2026, at 12:00 AM (PDT)

Early Bird: $65 Regular: $75 Late: $85.

Cost for both Gi & NoGi: $125 throughout all registration periods.

Divisions

Kids Gi, Kids NoGi, Juvenile Gi, Juvenile NoGi, Adult Gi, Adult NoGi.

Belt Levels: White, Gray, Yellow, Orange, Green, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black Youngest Age: 3 years old All Masters divisions offered.

Weigh-Ins

Virtual weigh-ins only for Kids and Adults. All competitors must make the exact registered weight. Detailed instructions will be published before the event.

You do not have to weigh in with your GI

Rules

Modified JJWL Ruleset. - Last Point Scored rule will NOT be used. - Transitional points will be awarded. Complete ruleset will be published before the tournament.

Sub-Only Tournament

Following the regular tournament: Sub Only tournament. -168 lb. Division +168 lb. Division

-168lb Championship and +168lb Championship Matches.

Schedule

Doors Open: 7:30 AM First Match: 8:30 AM Adult Divisions: Approximately 11:00 AM

Awards

1st Place Medal 2nd Place Medal 3rd Place Medal

Spectators

Adults: $15 Children 5 and under: FREE Free Parking

Coaches

Coach passes are FREE. 1–5 competitors: 1 pass 6–9 competitors: 3 passes 10+ competitors: 5 passes

Vendors

Food vendors Apparel vendors On-site medal engraving

Media

Professional photographers and videographers will be on-site.

Medical

Two trained medical staff members will be present throughout the event.

Refund & Transfer Policy

100% refund through September 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PDT). Competitor transfers are allowed. Registration changes/transfers must be completed by September 30, 2026, at 8:00 AM (PDT).

Why Compete at The Grind Classic?

• Professionally run Smoothcomp tournament • Fast-moving brackets • Experienced referees • Kids & Adult Gi and NoGi divisions • Family-friendly atmosphere • Medal engraving available on-site • Free parking • Food and apparel vendors • Live event photography and videography