Martial Arts · Vancouver, BC
ADCC CANADA VANCOUVER OPEN 2026
Saturday, October 24, 2026
ADCC CANADA VANCOUVER OPEN 2026
LOCATION
Richmond Olympic Oval
Address: 6111 River Rd, Richmond, BC V7C 0A2
EVENT DATE
Saturday, October 24, 2026
REGISTRATION PERIODS
Early Bird Registration
May 21 – October 3, 2026 (10:59 PM PDT)
Normal Registration
October 3 – October 22, 2026 (8:59 PM PDT)
Registration closes October 22, 2026 at 8:59 PM or when the event reaches capacity.
REGISTRATION FEES (2026)
Early Bird Price (until October 3): $141.25 CAD
Regular Price: $169.50 CAD
Additional Divisions: $84.75 CAD per division(Maximum of 2 divisions per competitor)
IMPORTANT DATES (2026)
Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 22, 2026 – 8:59 PM
Last Day for Cancellations: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Athlete Correction Deadline: Monday, October 19, 2026
Schedule Release Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Brackets Release Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
MANDATORY WEIGH-INS
Pre-Event Weigh-In (Recommended)
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Location: Richmond Olympic Oval
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
All competitors must weigh in, even if their division does not have a weight limit.
Weight allowance: Maximum 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) over the division weight.
Athletes exceeding the allowance will be moved up one weight division.
Event Day Weigh-In (October 24)
Kids / Juveniles: Must weigh in between 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Adults: Must weigh in no later than 2 hours before their division starts.
Failure to weigh in on time will result in disqualification and removal from the bracket.
WHO CAN COMPETE
ADCC Opens are open to all competitors:
✔ Kids
✔ Teens
✔ Juveniles
✔ Adults
✔ Masters
✔ Any nationality
✔ Beginner through Advanced
No qualification is required to compete.
FORMAT
• NO GI ONLY
• ADCC Rules and Legal Techniques
• Double Elimination Format
• Matches for 3rd Place (No Double Bronze)
ABSOLUTE DIVISIONS
Absolute divisions will run after all other divisions conclude.
Two divisions:
• Men's Absolute (18+ Open Rank & Weight)
• Women's Absolute (18+ Open Rank & Weight)
A mandatory roll call will take place before the absolute bracket is finalized (approximately 6:00–7:00 PM, subject to event progress).
Athletes must check in to remain in the bracket.
MATCH LENGTHS
DivisionMatch TimeKids (up to 12)4 minutesTeens & Juveniles (13–17)5 minutesAdults6 minutesMasters5 minutes
SPECTATORS
Spectator Tickets: $25 CAD (Cash only at the door)
NOT ALLOWED AT ADCC EVENTS
❌ Close-outs (teammates must compete)
❌ Sandbagging (incorrect skill or age level)
Violations may result in permanent bans from ADCC events.
CORRECTIONS & CANCELLATIONS
All corrections must be made through your Smoothcomp account.
Instructions:
https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/89-how-to-change-weightclass-or-cancel
Cancellation Deadline: October 18, 2026
REFUND POLICY
Registration fees are refundable only if you cancel more than 10 days before the event. Cancellations made within 10 days of the tournament are not eligible for a refund; however, you may request a credit toward a future tournament.
RULES
Official ADCC Rules:
https://www.adcc-official.com/rules.html
https://www.adcc-official.com/opens/canada-open.html
https://adcc-official.com/files/ADCC%20Rules.pdf
MEDIA REQUESTS
Media requests must be submitted at least 3 weeks before the event.
Contact: sydneygowling96@gmail.com
Late requests may not be approved.
Sport
Martial Arts
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Vancouver, BC, Canada, 
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ADCC CANADA VANCOUVER OPEN 2026 is a martial arts event in Vancouver, BC, taking place on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Find all the practical details — location, schedule and prices — directly on this page.
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ADCC CANADA VANCOUVER OPEN 2026 takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Check the exact schedule with the organiser, as times may vary by category or format.
ADCC CANADA VANCOUVER OPEN 2026 is free to enter, with no participation fee expected. This information may change, so check it with the organiser.
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