# Empire Grappling: Northern Sub Only Championships 2026

> Competition in London, England, United Kingdom | October 24, 2026

## Overview

**Event Type:** Competition

**Description:** By registering for this event, you agree to the following terms, conditions, and event guidelines (as detailed on the event page in Smoothcomp).

Our Northern Submission Only Championships follows IBJJF rules and legal techniques for each age, experience, and belt level, with a modified scoring format designed to reward submission hunting and continuous action.

❌ No positional points
❌ No advantages
✅ IBJJF penalties remain in effect
✅ Submission Points awarded for legitimate submission attempts that require a genuine escape
✅ Winners decided by Submission Points, then penalties, then aggression, and then positional control if no submission occurs

Referee decisions are final, and athletes are expected to compete continuously, honestly, and in a sportsmanlike manner at all times.

📖 For a full breakdown of the rules, scoring criteria, penalties, and referee decision process, please visit the complete rules page [HERE](https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/32369/page/100295/event-rules-format)

This is a pre-registration only event. No late or on-the-day sign-ups will be accepted.

We are proud to support experienced athletes by offering discounts on registration.

*Pro MMA Fighters must have 3+ professional fights.

🎥 Tutorials: [How to Amend](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJSmXROg7fo) | [How to Cancel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vk7x0CvvEaE)

To ensure athlete safety, fairness, and accurate division placement, ID checks are being introduced at Empire Grappling events.

Implementation will begin with random spot checks at upcoming events. By the end of 2026, ID verification will become mandatory for all athletes during check-in.

⚠️ Failure to provide valid ID when requested may result in disqualification without refund.

⚠️ Credits can only be used once. If used and then withdrawn, the credit is lost and will not be reissued (including unused portions).

⚠️ Withdrawals made after the 50% credit window are not eligible for refunds or credits under any circumstances.

⚠️ Registrations are non-transferable.

🎥 Tutorial: [How to Withdraw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vk7x0CvvEaE)

We welcome referees and event staff.

📧 To apply, email: info@empiregrapplingevents.com

By registering, you confirm:

⚠️ Violations may result in disqualification, forfeiture of fees, and bans from future events.

If government restrictions or similar prevent the event, all entry fees will be converted into credit for a future Empire Grappling event.

📧 Still have questions? Contact us at info@empiregrapplingevents.com

**Status:** Scheduled

## Dates

**Start:** October 24, 2026
## Location

**Venue:** John Charles Centre for Sport

**Location:** London, England, United Kingdom


## Pricing

**Price Range:** £15 – £30
## Links

- Registration: https://empiregrappling.smoothcomp.com/en/event/30444
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## Tags

Sub Only

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**Last Updated:** June 30, 2026

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