BJJ Event Series

Abu Dhabi World Pro

24 events

The flagship annual championship of the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP) tour, featuring both gi and no-gi divisions. One of the most prestigious international tournaments outside the IBJJF circuit.

ADCC Trials

40 events

Regional qualification tournaments for the ADCC World Championship. Open-entry events held across multiple continents where grapplers compete for coveted spots in the main ADCC bracket.

ADCC World Championship

14 events

The premier submission grappling tournament in the world, organized by the Abu Dhabi Combat Club. Held every two years, ADCC features invite-only competitors across weight classes in a submission-focused ruleset that penalizes stalling and rewards finishes.

Craig Jones Invitational

1 event

An invitational submission grappling event founded by Craig Jones. Features hand-picked competitors in a unique format designed to maximize action and entertainment.

IBJJF Worlds

48 events

The IBJJF World Jiu-Jitsu Championship, widely regarded as the most prestigious gi tournament in the sport. Held annually, it crowns world champions across every belt level, age group, and weight class. Winning Worlds is the pinnacle achievement in competitive jiu-jitsu.

ONE Fight Night

2 events

Combat sports events from ONE Championship, Asia's largest martial arts promotion. Features grappling and submission matches alongside MMA and Muay Thai on major international cards.

UFC BJJ

6 events

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu events produced by the UFC, the world's largest MMA promotion. Showcases grappling talent on the UFC platform, bringing jiu-jitsu to a mainstream combat sports audience.

UFC Fight Pass Invitational

18 events

Invitational submission grappling events streamed on UFC Fight Pass. Features professional grapplers competing under unique rulesets with a focus on submissions and exciting exchanges.

Who's Number One

27 events

FloGrappling's flagship professional grappling event series, featuring top-ranked competitors in superfight and tournament formats. WNO established itself as a premier platform for no-gi grappling with regular events and rankings.

ADXC

5 events

A submission-only grappling promotion featuring superfights between elite grapplers. Organized in association with ADCC, events showcase high-level matchups with an emphasis on action-packed finishes.

BJJ Stars

19 events

A Brazilian promotion known for high-profile superfights and grand prix tournaments featuring the biggest names in jiu-jitsu. Events are held in large arenas in Brazil with professional production and significant prize money.

Fight 2 Win

301 events

One of the largest professional jiu-jitsu promotions in the United States, hosting regular events in cities across the country. Features both gi and no-gi superfights from local standouts to world champions.

Grapplefest

13 events

A UK-based professional submission grappling promotion known for its exciting matchmaking and welcoming atmosphere. Features superfights between international competitors across multiple weight classes. Competitions are held under submission-only rules, typically with a time limit and a judges' decision if no submission occurs.

IBJJF American Nationals

55 events

The IBJJF national championship for the United States, attracting top American competitors across all belt levels and age divisions in gi competition.

IBJJF Brazilian Nationals

2 events

The IBJJF national championship for Brazil (Brasileiro), one of the most competitive domestic tournaments in jiu-jitsu featuring Brazil's deep talent pool across all belt levels.

IBJJF Europeans

38 events

The IBJJF European Championship, traditionally held each January in Lisbon, Portugal. The first major IBJJF tournament of the year and one of the four Grand Slam events, drawing competitors from around the world.

IBJJF Pan Pacifics

24 events

The IBJJF championship for the Asia-Pacific region, part of the Grand Slam circuit. Draws competitors from Australia, Japan, and other Pacific Rim countries.

IBJJF Pans

35 events

The IBJJF Pan American Championship, one of the four Grand Slam events. Held annually in the United States, it is often considered the second most prestigious gi tournament after Worlds, attracting massive international fields.

IBJJF South Americans

35 events

The IBJJF South American Championship, a major regional championship drawing top competitors from Brazil, Argentina, and neighboring countries.

Polaris

36 events

Polaris Professional is one of the world's leading submission grappling promotions, founded in the UK. Since its inception, it has been a cornerstone of the European BJJ scene, renowned for its high-production value and consistently delivering stacked cards. The promotion pits elite grapplers from across the globe against each other in highly anticipated superfight matchups, making every event a must-watch for jiu-jitsu enthusiasts. The Polaris ruleset is designed to encourage action and highlight the art of the submission. Matches are typically contested over a single 10-minute round where victory is secured exclusively via submission. If the match goes the distance without a tap, a panel of judges determines the winner based on aggression and legitimate submission attempts, ensuring a dynamic and engaging viewing experience. What sets Polaris apart is its ability to create compelling and technical matchups, often featuring a blend of BJJ world champions, MMA veterans, and the sport's brightest rising stars in both Gi and No-Gi contests. It has become a prestigious platform where legacies are built and the highest level of grappling is on full display.

Grappling Industries

1355 events

A worldwide tournament series featuring a round-robin format that guarantees competitors multiple matches per event. One of the most active tournament organizations globally, hosting events across North America, Europe, and beyond.

IBJJF International Open

1459 events

IBJJF open tournaments held in cities worldwide throughout the year. These accessible events serve as entry points to IBJJF competition and ranking points for competitors of all levels.

IBJJF Master Internationals

40 events

IBJJF tournament for masters age divisions held in South America, providing competitive opportunities for experienced practitioners in age-appropriate brackets.

NAGA

550 events

The North American Grappling Association, one of the largest amateur grappling tournament series in the US. Hosts frequent events across the country with gi and no-gi divisions open to all skill levels.

NEWBREED

487 events

A tournament series providing competitive opportunities for grapplers of all levels with gi and no-gi divisions and a welcoming environment for beginners and experienced competitors alike.

Tap Cancer Out

154 events

A charity grappling tournament series that raises money for cancer research. Combines competitive jiu-jitsu with community fundraising, with proceeds supporting cancer-fighting organizations.