NORTHLAND OPEN 2026
· Whangārei, Northland, New Zealand
- Registration
- Open Closes Nov 19, 2026
- Closed Nov 19, 2026
- Fee
- From NZ$40 Listed price
- Format
- Gi & No-Gi 16 divisions
- Venue
- Parua Bay Community CentreOpen in OpenStreetMap
Registration
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Divisions and prices
Prices in NZD as listed by the organizer. Late registration can cost more, so check the price at checkout.
| Division | Who can enter | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Gi | NZ$40 | |
| Boys No-Gi | NZ$40 | |
| Female Absolute Gi | NZ$20 | |
| Female Absolute No-Gi | NZ$20 | |
| Female Gi | 18 years and above [Requirements: Age: 18+, Gender: female] | NZ$45 |
| Female No-Gi | 18 years and above [Requirements: Age: 18+, Gender: female] | NZ$45 |
| Girls Gi | NZ$40 | |
| Girls No-Gi | NZ$40 | |
| Juvenile Boys Gi | 16-17 years [Requirements: Age: 16-17, Gender: male] | NZ$40 |
| Juvenile Boys No-Gi | 16-17 years [Requirements: Age: 16-17, Gender: male] | NZ$40 |
| Juvenile Girls Gi | 16-17 years [Requirements: Age: 16-17, Gender: female] | NZ$40 |
| Juvenile Girls No-Gi | 16-17 years [Requirements: Age: 16-17, Gender: female] | NZ$40 |
| Male Absolute Gi | NZ$20 | |
| Male Absolute No-Gi | NZ$20 | |
| Male Gi | 18 years and above [Requirements: Age: 18+, Gender: male] | NZ$45 |
| Male No-Gi | 18 years and above [Requirements: Age: 18+, Gender: male] | NZ$45 |
Key dates
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About
WELCOME TO THE NORTHLAND OPEN JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP – A 5-STAR NZBJJF EVENT IN WHANGĀREI(GI & NO-GI) | OPEN TO ALL BELTS – KIDS, TEENAGERS, JUVENILES, AND ADULTS
More event details
The New Zealand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (NZBJJF) is pleased to welcome athletes, coaches, academies, families, and supporters to the Northland Open Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
Whether you are an experienced competitor or continuing to develop your competition experience, we look forward to welcoming you to Northland for a full day of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Date: Saturday 21st November 2026
Check-in & Weigh-in: From 8:30 AM Competition Starts: 9:30 AM
Competition Schedule
Please note that this is a full-day competition. Athletes, parents, and coaches should monitor Smoothcomp for their scheduled match times and any event updates.
The day following the close of registrations will be designated as Checking Day.
Any permitted corrections, changes, or cancellations must be requested during the designated Checking Day period.
Withdrawal before registration closes: 95% refund
Withdrawal during Checking Day: Partial refund
After brackets are published: No refund
Athletes are responsible for completing any withdrawal request within the applicable timeframe.
Follow NZBJJF and the Kids Jiu-Jitsu League on social media for event announcements, schedules, and competition updates.
@nzbjjf
@kidsjiujitsuleague
The NZBJJF looks forward to welcoming competitors, coaches, academies, and families to the Northland Open Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
Rules
As an official 5-Star NZBJJF Ranking Event, the Northland Open features Gi and No-Gi competition across eligible age groups and belt levels.
The championship is conducted under the IBJJF Rules System, providing athletes with a professionally organised competition environment and the opportunity to earn points toward the NZBJJF National Ranking.
Morning: Kids Divisions
Afternoon: Adult Divisions – Gi & No-Gi
Rules: IBJJF RulesFormat: Gi & No-Gi Ranking Classification: NZBJJF 5-Star Event
Age divisions are determined according to the athlete's year of birth and competition age, calculated as of 31 December 2025.
All competitors, coaches, and parents are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the applicable IBJJF competition rules before the event.
Weight categories displayed on Smoothcomp include the applicable Gi or No-Gi allowance.
79 kg (82.3 kg Gi) means the athlete must be below 79 kg net weight, with a maximum gross weight of 82.3 kg while wearing the Gi.
Athletes are responsible for registering in the correct weight division.
Any athlete who fails to make the registered weight limit may be disqualified from the division.
Division changes will not be permitted on competition day or after the brackets have been published.
No refund will be issued as a result of disqualification for failing to make weight.
Name and academy
Age division
Belt division
Weight category
Registered discipline(s)
Division and opponent information where available
Adults & spectators aged 12+: $8
Kids aged 6–11: $5
Children aged 5 and under: FREE
Current recognised NZBJJF or IBJJF Black Belts and registered Coaches receive complimentary admission.
Competitors are encouraged to register early and carefully verify their selected divisions before completing registration.
Competitors should arrive with sufficient time to complete check-in and weigh-in procedures before their scheduled division.
Athletes must follow all NZBJJF event procedures, venue requirements, and applicable IBJJF competition rules.