Santa Tap Out Classic
· Coeur d’Alene, ID, United States
- Registration
- Open Closes Nov 16, 2026
- Closed Nov 16, 2026
- Fee
- From $80 Listed price
- Format
- No-Gi 8 divisions
- Organizer
- TAP Syndicate Promotions
- Venue
- North Idaho College — Christianson GymnasiumOpen in OpenStreetMap
Registration
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Divisions and prices
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| Division | Who can enter | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Boys No-Gi | $80 | |
| Female No-Gi | 18 years and above [Requirements: Age: 18+, Gender: female] | $80 |
| Female No-Gi Championship | Compete for the title in the Women’s No-Gi Championship, featuring two weight classes: 145 lbs and under and 146 lbs and over. Athletes must first compete in their regular… | $35 |
| Girls No-Gi | $80 | |
| Juvenile Boys No-Gi | 16-17 years [Requirements: Age: 16-17, Gender: male] | $80 |
| Juvenile Girls No-Gi | 16-17 years [Requirements: Age: 16-17, Gender: female] | $80 |
| Male No-Gi | 18 years and above [Requirements: Age: 18+, Gender: male] | $80 |
| Male No-Gi Championship | Compete for the title in the Men’s No-Gi Championship, featuring two weight classes: 175 lbs and under and 176 lbs and over. Athletes must first compete in their regular division,… | $35 |
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About
Santa’s Tap Out Classic brings high-energy no-gi competition to North Idaho College in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on December 5, 2026. Compete for the podium, chase a championship title, represent your academy, and enjoy a full day of grappling, vendors, seminars, and help launch a new holiday grappling tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Free photos with Jiu-Jitsu Santa!
More event details
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | North Idaho College | Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Built for athletes, coaches, families, and fans, the tournament will feature fast-moving matches, adult Open Championships, team recognition, free seminars, vendors, and free photos with Jiu-Jitsu Santa for athletes and spectators.
Early Registration: $80
Regular Registration: $100
Late Registration: $125
Adult Open Championship Add-On: $35
Open Championships are optional and cost an additional $35. Entry caps and experience groupings may be adjusted based on registration numbers and the tournament schedule.
Brackets and estimated match times will be released through Smoothcomp at least 24 hours before the tournament begins.
Athletes should continue monitoring Smoothcomp because match times may move as the tournament progresses.
Coach passes are based on the number of athletes registered under the academy's correct Smoothcomp name:
Coach passes must be assigned by name before the credential deadline.
North Idaho College provides a comfortable and accessible tournament setting with:
Excellent parking
Wi-Fi
Strong cellular service
Men's and women's locker rooms
Restrooms
ADA-accessible entrances and viewing areas
Elevator access to the upstairs track
Dedicated warm-up area
Vendors and sponsors
Free seminars led by participating BJJ gym coaches
Campus security patrols operating 24 hours a day
Do not leave wallets, phones, jewelry, equipment, or other valuables unsecured.
UPSTAIRS TRACK SEATING IS BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR. SPECTATORS WHO WANT TO SIT AROUND THE TRACK MUST BRING A CAMPING CHAIR.
Free BJJ seminars will be offered throughout the tournament and led by coaches from participating academies.
The warm-up area will temporarily close during scheduled seminar blocks. Instructor names and seminar times will be announced before the event.
The tournament is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m.
Rules
No-gi competition
Kids, teens, adults
Four-minute matches
Three competition mats
Kids and teens compete first
Adult regular weight divisions follow
Adult Open Championships conclude the event
Minimum of two matches for athletes in divisions containing at least two eligible competitors
Dedicated warm-up area
Maximum event capacity of 300 athletes
Athletes must register for and compete in a regular adult weight division before entering an Open Championship. The athlete's official regular-division weigh-in will determine Open Championship eligibility.
Men's Lightweight Open Championship - 175 lb and under
Men's Heavyweight Open Championship - 176 lb and above, no maximum weight
Women's Lightweight Open Championship - 145 lb and under
Women's Heavyweight Open Championship - 146 lb and above, no maximum weight
Division placement
Academy affiliation
Weight class
Bracket
Mat assignment
Estimated match time
Weigh-ins begin at 8:30 a.m. for divisions scheduled to start at 9:00 a.m.
All other athletes must make weight no later than 30 minutes before their scheduled bracket time.
This is a no-gi weigh-in.
Athletes receive a one-pound allowance for clothing.
The athlete's official weight will also determine eligibility for the Adult Open Championships.
Athletes who miss weight may be moved or disqualified according to tournament policy.
Athletes should arrive early enough to check in, weigh in, and warm up without delaying their bracket.
Passes are not transferable.
Only credentialed coaches may enter designated coaching and competition-floor areas.
Coaches must follow tournament conduct rules.
Floor access may be revoked for inappropriate or disruptive conduct.
TAP SYNDICATE PROMOTIONS AND NORTH IDAHO COLLEGE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST, STOLEN, UNATTENDED, OR DAMAGED PERSONAL PROPERTY.
Kids divisions
Teen divisions
Adult and masters regular weight divisions
Adult Open Championships
By participating in this event as a competitor, coach, or spectator, you grant Tap Syndicate Promotions and its partners the right to capture and use your name, image, and likeness in any media worldwide, in perpetuity, without compensation.