# ENCOUNTER COMBAT: Jiu Jitsu - Charlotte, NC -August 1, 2026 > Competition in Midland, North Carolina, United States | August 01, 2026 ## Overview **Event Type:** Competition **Description:** To provide a combat experience that helps fighters become better versions of themselves. We believe that one on one competition provides novice and experienced fighters the training to adapt, improvise and overcome on the mat and in life. We all learn from wins and losses. Athletes report to professional staff Qualified referees that are vetted by coaches and gym owners. Flatscreen monitors that provide clear viewing of brackets Mats sanitized using nanobond treatments Professional medical staff- EMT at every event. Awards: Oversized Gold, Silver and Bronze medals awarded in Gi and NOGI divisions. CHAMPION Belt awarded to competitors that win first place in BOTH GI & NOGI. (All ages and divisions are eligible). If you are DOUBLE GOLD (Gi and NOGI), you get a BELT. FASTEST SUBMISSION Awarded CHAMPION BELT (awarded in youth and adult divisions). BEST OVERALL YOUTH TEAM Awarded Custom ACRYLLIC PLAQUE, Custom BANNER and CHAMPION BELT BEST OVERALL ADULT TEAM Awarded Custom ACRYLLIC PLAQUE, Custom BANNER and CHAMPION BELT BEST OVERALL ACADEMY/PROGRAM Awarded Custom ACRYLLIC PLAQUE, Custom BANNER and CHAMPION BELT BEST WOMENS TEAM Awarded Custom Banner THE SHIELD: The SHIELD is awarded to the BEST OVERALL TEAM that registers a minimum of 25 individuals (not divisions). *OVERALL awards will be awarded to the stand alone local gym. We will not combine team scores from affiliate gyms for these awards. *Adult NOGI OPEN/ABSOLUTE Division is for Adults White & Blue belt. Stalling is not allowed (except from taking the back): 1st time: verbal warning; 2nd time: advantage given; 3rd time: 2 points awarded; 4th time: disqualified. Division is five minutes. 2026 ACADEMY OF THE YEAR Points are tracked for all events and accumulate to throughout the season. Three academies will be recognized in November 2026: 1st place $1500, 2nd place: $1000, 3rd place: $500 FREE gift if you complete your registration with payment before May 15, 2026. Email encountercombat@gmail.com if you have any questions or need assistance **Status:** Scheduled ## Dates **Start:** August 01, 2026 ## Location **Venue:** Cabarrus Arena Event Center - B **Location:** Midland, North Carolina, United States ## Pricing **Price Range:** $45 – $120 ## Links - Registration: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/31501 - Source: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/31501 --- **Last Updated:** April 29, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/events/encounter-combat-jiu-jitsu-charlotte-nc-august-1-2026)