# Old_Page_Chewjitsu Open Branson 2026 > Competition in Arlington, Texas, United States | August 01, 2026 – August 02, 2026 ## Overview **Event Type:** Competition **Description:** Chewjitsu Open is not your average tournament! Get ready for MORE MATCHES at this SUB ONLY, Round Robin, Madison style bracketed tournament, grouping you with your nearest weight and experience/age level. You’ll have up to 4 matches per division and not have to worry about cutting or missing weight! Come back the next day to learn from IBJJF Worlds & three-time Pan Am Champion Nick “Chewy” Albin at a three hour, No Gi seminar. You don’t have to compete to participate in the seminar, but discount rates are available if you do! The Chewjitsu Open offers Gi and No Gi divisions for all ages with medals and championship belt prizes, as well as optional Absolute divisions with cash prizes for adults. Youth ages 8 and under Beginner/White Belt Divisions are points only, no submissions, to provide a safe and competitive event for kids. What is Madison bracketing? Click the [Rules](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81139/rules) tab to learn more! [Register](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/register) | [Divisions](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81138/divisions) | [Rules](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81139/rules) | [Pricing](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81140/pricing) | [Frequently Asked Questions](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81141/frequently-asked-questions) [Chewjitsu Seminar](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81142/chewjitsu-seminar) | [History & Testimonials](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81143/history-testimonials) | [Chewjitsu Open Website](https://chewjitsu.nuwaycombat.com/) Download the [event flyer](https://smoothcomp.com/en/files/bhdy/2034) Branson Convention Center 200 S Sycamore St Branson, Missouri 65616 **Location**: Kentucky Expo Center, East Hall **Friday, July 31st**: Early weigh-ins, 5 - 7 pm for Youth & Adult. Weigh in early to skip the line and avoid the Saturday morning rush. **Saturday, August 1st**: Weigh-ins, 7 - 8 am for Youth, 7 - 9 am for Adults. No need to weigh in twice if you already weighed in Friday night. *Failing to weigh in will result in a forfeiture of matches. Refunds will not be issued to those missing weigh ins.* **Youth RulesMeeting & Match Start**: 10 am **Adult Rules Meeting & MatchStart**: 1:30 pm **Matchflow**: Youth No Gi -> Youth Gi -> Adult No Gi -> Adult Gi -> Absolute No Gi (Adults Only) All No Gi matches will complete before Gi matches begin. All Youth matches will complete before Adult matches begin. Adult Expert/Black Belt will be at the start of the Adult divisions so coaches can compete and be available to coach their students afterwards. Click [here](https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337/page/81142/chewjitsu-seminar) for more info. We provide high quality awards for individuals and teams. **Medals**: Top 3 finishers in all divisions win a high quality Chewjitsu Open medal. **Belts**: Win your division and receive a**CHAMPIONSHIP BELT!**Must compete in at least two divisions to qualify (Gi, No Gi, Absolute). Limit 1 belt per competitor per tournament if winning multiple divisions. **Cash**: Absolute No Gi Division Champs also win $250! **Best Team:**Top 3 overall teams will take home a Chewjitsu Open banner to display in their gyms. **Fastest Sub/Most Points**: Top 3 competitors with the fastest submission or the most individual points receive a special award at the end of the tournament! We are always looking for experienced referees, scorekeepers, security, and event setup/cleanup! We pay competitively and provide food and water. Apply online at the [Job Application Here](https://chewjitsu.nuwaycombat.com/job-opportunities/) if interested. Staff receive a 30% discount if they want to compete the same event they work. Staff may also use this discount for their children or spouses who are competing. **Referees**: Purple belt and up with competition and/or referee experience preferred. Generally work from 9 am until event close, roughly 6 pm depending on size of tournament. **Scorekeepers**: Basic jiu-jitsu knowledge and computer skills preferred. Generally work from 9 am until event close, roughly 6 pm depending on size of tournament. **Setup**: 5 - 6 hours of work the day before the tournament. Want to help setup in exchange for free registration? Let us know! We provide Refs and Scorekeepers with an event t-shirt they can keep after the tournament. **Status:** Scheduled ## Dates **Start:** August 01, 2026 **End:** August 02, 2026 ## Location **Venue:** Convention Center Drive **Location:** Arlington, Texas, United States ## Pricing **Price Range:** $69 – $94 ## Links - Registration: https://chewjitsu.nuwaycombat.com - Source: https://nuway.smoothcomp.com/en/event/27337 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chewjitsuopen/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chewjitsuopen ## Tags Multi-Day --- **Last Updated:** March 30, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/events/old_page_chewjitsu-open-branson-2026)