TUCSON OPEN XI

WILD WEST JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP is a professional organization dedicated to promoting the sport of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. WWJJC is the fastest growing event in Tucson, Arizona.

* IBJJ Rules.

* IBJJ size match areas.

* Best academy Team trophies.

* Cash Prizes.

GENERAL INFORMATION

This Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition will offer Kids, Juveniles, Adult (Male and Female), and Masters Divisions in the for all belt levels.

On Saturday September 26st doors will open at 8:00 a.m. Fights start at 9:00 a.m.

ABSOLUTE FEMALE BROWN BELT BRACKET

The Adult & Master Brown Belt Absolute prize depends on the number of competitors.

For 2 to 4 competitors, first place takes $300.

For 5 to 7 competitors, first place takes $500.

For 8+ competitors, first place takes $1,200.

No cash prizes will be given for closed-out or walk-over matches.

IMPORTANT DATES

Normal registration

July 14, 2026 - September 6th, 2026, 23:59 Hrs.

Late registrations

September 7th, 2026 - September 21st, 2026, 23:59 Hrs.

OR WHEN MAXIMUM CAPACITY IS REACHED

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Stephanie.leyva@wildwestjiujitsu.com

** VENUE **

Santa Rita High School "Main Gym"

BRACKETS WILL BE PUBLISHED 9/ 25 / 2026.

Brackets:

2 Competitors will fight best 2 of 3

3 Competitors, first defeated will have a second opportunity against the 3rd competitor.

4 Competitors, single elimination with a fight for 3rd place.

WEIGH-INS

Weigh-ins will be conducted on Friday September 25th at the venue from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and the day of the event starting at 8:00 A.M.

Before his/her first fight, the athlete will check his/her weight with the Gi and belt. There is only one opportunity to check weight. If the competitor does not make weight, he/she will be immediately disqualified. In the case the athlete does not make weight on Friday he/she will not be able to weigh in on Saturday. Make sure that you are in the correct weight division. No changes will be accepted after the deadline and no fees will be refunded. There is a 1 Lb. allowance for kids and juveniles only. Wild West Jiu-jitsu reserves the right to combine classes to create competitive divisions with sufficient competitors. Orange and Green belts will be combined.

Check out Weight classes HERE

For assistance with weight division changes click here

After the brackets are released; if you have any questions or concerns, please check with your coaches first and allow them to clarify the situation.

If a competitor ends up alone in a division, he/ she will be combined as follows.

1. One Weight class up.

2. One Weight class down.

3. One age division up, same weight class.

4. One age division down, same weight class.

5. Same age and weight opposite gender.

Coaches

To accommodate assistant coaches we are going to provide wristbands based on the number of registered athletes for a given event. The breakdown is as follows:

0 to 4 registered athletes – One Coach + 0 assistant coach wristbands

5 to 10 registered athletes – One Coach + 1 assistant coach wristband

11 to 20 registered athletes – One Coach + 2 assistant coach wristbands

Over 20 registered athletes – One Coach + 3 assistant coach wristbands

RULES BOOK

Please refer to our website for the latest rules.

https://wildwestjiujitsu.com/rules

For Kids and Juveniles age group the rule is "less or equal". For example, 5-6 years division will only allow 6 years old or less. If the competitor turns 7 the day of the event, he/she will not be eligible for this age group.

Kids 10 years old or younger will compete male and female together, if necessary. All Kid's divisions with a bracket of three or more kids where for any reason that bracket ends up with only two kids, the two kids will be fighting each other for the best of three matches

IJV PROMOTIONS reserves the right to combine weight classes to create competitive weight divisions with sufficient competitors.

The support of the transgender community is an important aspect of fostering inclusivity and equality. It is crucial to recognize and respect each individual's gender identity and provide them with the necessary resources and support they need to live authentically. However, when it comes to competitive sports ensuring fairness and maintaining a level playing is also essential. Therefore, our organization has implemented policies that require transgender individuals to compete in the gender division assigned at birth. These policies aim to strike a balance between inclusivity and maintaining fair competition, acknowledging the potential physiological advantages that may exist. It is important to approach this issue with sensitivity, openness, and ongoing dialogue to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their gender identity, have equal opportunities to participate in sports while upholding the principles of fair competition.

SPECTATOR FEES:

$10.00

THE ATHLETE'S REGISTRATION FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE THE SPECTATOR'S FEE. Everyone must pay the entry fee with NO EXCEPTIONS.

(Children under 6 are Free)

AWARDS:

The tournament is single elimination.

Medals will be awarded to the 1st place, 2nd place and 3rd place of each division.

The top 3 academies will receive team trophies.

OTHERS:

Athletes who place in 1st, 2nd and 3rd in their division will receive a medal at the event. All competitors must wear the GI on the podium. All the medals must be picked up at the event’s podium. IJV PROMOTIONS is not responsible for shipping medals.

If your team has more than 2 athletes in the same division, the professor needs to email wildwestjiujitsu@gmail.com prior to athlete correction deadline in order to create different teams for the same academy. This rule does not prevent you from registering for the event.

IJV PROMOTIONS reserves the right to close registration when we reach full capacity, or on the day of the appointed event registration deadline, whichever comes first.

Before each fight, athletes will be asked to show their valid form of photo identification (ID) to the officials(Adults only). Make sure you have it on hand

It is the responsibility of the athlete to be knowledgeable of the rules and guidelines pertaining to the sport. Please refer to the https://wildwestjiujitsu.com/rules website for the latest rules.

IJV PROMOTIONS reserves the right to combine weight classes to create competitive weight divisions with sufficient competitors.

REFUND POLICY: We issue 100% refunds for an event registration until NORMAL REGISTRATION ENDS. From this date to the deadline, there will be no refunds or future credits issued. ALL COMPETITORS ARE SUBJECT TO BE COMBINED WITH A DIFFERENT DIVISION AFTER THIS PERIOD (if necessary, only).

We cannot guarantee the athletes will show up for the tournament. Therefore, WWJJC will not refund athletes who end up without a match due to a non-show for his / her opponent.

CODE OF CONDUCT

• There will be 2 chairs located by the score keepers table per ring area, behind the publicity panels, where the coach will be seated
• The coach is responsible for the athletes conduct from the moment you enter and exit the event.
• The coach’s action inside the competition area is limited to the communication with the athlete. Tactics and strategies advises, motivating, instructions to unpredictable situations, injuries.
• The coach must remain seated during the whole match.
• No comments are to be made towards the referee at any time during the match.
• At any time, there will be no inappropriate language allowed towards the referee, opponents, event officials or spectators.
• Hitting, tapping, kicking the publicity panels or other equipment inside the competition area is prohibited.
• There are no inappropriate gestures towards the opponents, coaches, parents, referees, or any event official.

Any coach/parent that does not follow any article of this code, in or outside of the premises, will be asked to leave and will be prevented from joining their athlete(s) inside the competition area during the event. The coach, athlete or the academy are subject to penalties, such as suspension or participation in other events, or can be banned from WWJC sanctioned event sites.

Click here for the complete CODE OF CONDUCT

SAFETY PROTOCOL:

Due to the ever-changing situations during this time, we are always evaluating on a day-to-day basis the health issues and local or federal orders in regard to contact sports. In the case of a forced event cancellation, all registration fees will be automatically refunded.

If you feel uncomfortable in light of the Covid -19 safety issues, your registration can be credited for a future event if requested BEFORE the registration deadline. The organization is not responsible for the participant's other expenses such as, but not limited to; transportation and lodging.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, EMAIL:

info@wildwestjiujitsu.com