WHANGAREI OPEN 2027
· Whangārei, Northland, New Zealand
- Registration
- Open Closes Nov 3, 2027
- Closed Nov 3, 2027
- Fee
- From NZ$45 Listed price
- Format
- Gi & No-Gi 12 divisions
- Organizer
- SmoothComp
- 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 | Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $70 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45 Compete more.… | NZ$45 |
| Boys No-Gi | Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $70 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45 Compete more.… | NZ$45 |
| Female Gi | 18 years and above! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $40 per division. Combo: $80 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi):… | NZ$50 |
| Female No-Gi | 18 years and above! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $40 per division. Combo: $80 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi):… | NZ$50 |
| Girls Gi | Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $70 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45 Compete more.… | NZ$45 |
| Girls No-Gi | Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $70 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45 Compete more.… | NZ$45 |
| Juvenile Boys Gi | 16-17 years! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $75 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45… | NZ$45 |
| Juvenile Boys No-Gi | 16-17 years! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $75 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45… | NZ$45 |
| Juvenile Girls Gi | 16-17 years! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $75 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45… | NZ$45 |
| Juvenile Girls No-Gi | 16-17 years! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $35 per division. Combo: $75 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi): $45… | NZ$45 |
| Male Gi | 18 years and above! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $40 per division. Combo: $80 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi):… | NZ$50 |
| Male No-Gi | 18 years and above! Early Bird Special: Register for both Gi & No-Gi during the Early Bird period and pay only $40 per division. Combo: $80 total! Single Division (Gi or No-Gi):… | NZ$50 |
Key dates
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About
NZBJJF JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP | GI & NO-GI
The New Zealand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (NZBJJF) proudly presents the Whangārei Open 2027, an official NZBJJF 4-Star Regional Event.
More event details
Join us in Whangārei, Northland, for a full day of Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition, bringing together athletes, academies, coaches and families from across New Zealand.
Competition: Gi & No-Gi
All athletes must arrive at the venue and complete their weigh-in at least 2 hours before their scheduled match time.
Please check your scheduled match time on Smoothcomp and plan your arrival accordingly.
Final schedules and individual match times will be published through Smoothcomp once registration closes and brackets have been completed.
Athletes must check their Smoothcomp profile and scheduled match times before travelling to the venue.
The Whangārei Open 2027 welcomes athletes from all academies, teams and affiliations.
The official Checking Day takes place after registration closes.
Any permitted corrections, cancellation requests or registration changes must be submitted within the published Checking Day period.
Once Checking Day closes and brackets are prepared, further changes may no longer be possible.
After Checking Day: No refunds.
Adults & Teens (13+): NZ$10
Instagram: @nzbjjf
Official schedules, brackets and important competition announcements will be published through Smoothcomp and NZBJJF communication channels.
Athletes, parents and coaches are responsible for monitoring these channels for event updates.
The New Zealand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation looks forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, academies and families from across Northland and New Zealand to the Whangārei Open 2027.
NZBJJF 4-STAR REGIONAL EVENT | GI & NO-GI | WHANGĀREI, NORTHLAND
Rules
The Whangārei Open welcomes competitors from all academies and affiliations, with divisions for Kids, Teenagers, Juveniles and Adults across all eligible belt and experience levels.
Competition will be conducted under IBJJF rules and division standards, with NZBJJF committed to providing a professional, safe, fair and well-organised competition environment for every athlete.
Athletes do not need to weigh in when doors open unless their division is scheduled early in the morning.
Kids divisions compete first, followed by Youth and Adult divisions according to the published schedule.
Kids & Youth Divisions: MorningAdult Divisions: Afternoon
Kids
Teenagers
Juveniles
Adults
All eligible belt and experience levels
Gi
No-Gi
Athletes may register for Gi, No-Gi, or both, subject to age, belt and division eligibility.
The Whangārei Open 2027 will be conducted under IBJJF rules and competition standards.
Athletes, coaches and parents are strongly encouraged to review the applicable rules before registering and competing.
Official IBJJF Rules
Age divisions are determined according to the applicable IBJJF year-of-birth system.
Athlete name
Academy
Belt or skill level
Age division
Weight division
Gi / No-Gi registration
Weight categories displayed in Smoothcomp show the athlete's net weight, with the applicable competition-attire allowance shown in brackets where relevant.
This means the athlete is registered in the 79 kg division, with a maximum gross weigh-in weight of 82.3 kg while wearing the Gi.
Athletes are responsible for registering in the correct weight division.
If an athlete exceeds the maximum permitted weight for their registered division at the official weigh-in, the athlete will be disqualified from that division.
This policy applies to Kids, Teenagers, Juveniles and Adults.
No weight division changes on competition day
No weight changes after brackets have been published
No refunds for athletes disqualified for failing to make weight
Please check your weight carefully before selecting your division.
This is the athlete's final opportunity to review their registration and division status before brackets are finalised.
Age division
Belt / skill level
Weight category
Academy
Gi / No-Gi entry
Division status
Whangārei Open registrations are subject to the refund deadlines published on the official event page.
Checking Day: Refund or cancellation options may be available during the published Checking Day period, subject to the event policy.
No refunds will be issued to athletes disqualified for failing to make their registered weight.
Early registration is encouraged to secure your place and assist with the organisation of divisions.
Athletes registering for both Gi and No-Gi may receive a special two-division registration rate.
Families, teammates and supporters are encouraged to join us in Whangārei and support the athletes throughout the competition.
Prepare well. Check your registration. Make weight. Support your teammates. Compete with respect.