Martial Arts · Brighton, MI
2026 Great Lakes Open Judo Championships
Saturday, October 24, 2026
American Judo has teamed up with Chu To Bu Judo to provide the best tournament experience possible. American Judo Shiai's are the perfect place for any judoka looking to gain experience in a competitive yet friendly tournament atmosphere. Our developmental tournament series offers as many matches as possible, so you can get the most out of your experience. With a modified rule set in place, everyone is sure to have a positive tournament experience.
TOURNAMENT DETAILS:
USJA Sanction #26-051
Date: 10/24/2026
Venue: Legacy Center Sports Complex
Address: 9299 Goble Drive, Brighton, MI 48116
Format: Modified Double Elimination for 6 or more, Round Robin for 5 or Less, Best 2/3 for divisions of two.
Age Standards: Age 4 and Up
Participant Guidelines:
- This event is open to all Judoka regardless of membership affiliation. NO SPECIFIC MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE!
- OPEN to ALL Judoka.
- USA Judo, USJA and/or USJF Membership Recommended
Cost:
- Normal Registration: $65 for first division and $25 for additional divisions
- Late Registration: $85 for first division and $35 for additional divisions
Tournament Directors: Paul Jordan
Registration and Brackets: Elizabeth Cesta (American Judo)
Chief Referee: Pending
Medical Staff: pending
All States and Canadians are Welcome!
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REFUND POLICY
If you cannot attend the event due to unforeseen circumstances such as but not limited to: injury, illness, etc., you will receive a full refund.
However, should we be notified within 48 hours of the event (for Saturday events this would be NO later than THURSDAY and for Sunday events this would be NO later than FRIDAY).
If you are uncontested and there are no suitable divisions for you/your athlete to compete in, you will be contacted before the event to discuss and issue a refund.
All refund requests must be submitted to events@americanjudo.com
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QUESTIONS/NEED HELP:
Questions? Email Elizabeth Cesta at events@americanjudo.com
Please note, that for us to provide the best customer and tournament experience, email is the best method of communication to ensure any changes or concerns are addressed and documented properly. Please allow up to 48 hours for a response.
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Brighton, MI, United States, 
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2026 Great Lakes Open Judo Championships is a martial arts event in Brighton, MI, taking place on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Find all the practical details — location, schedule and prices — directly on this page.
2026 Great Lakes Open Judo Championships takes place at Brighton, MI, United States, Brighton, MI. You will find its exact location and links to Google Maps and Waze further down this page.
2026 Great Lakes Open Judo Championships takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Check the exact schedule with the organiser, as times may vary by category or format.
2026 Great Lakes Open Judo Championships is free to enter, with no participation fee expected. This information may change, so check it with the organiser.
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