TUCSON INTERNATIONAL OPEN VI

Are you thinking of competing anytime soon? Good! Competition is the gateway to exponential growth.

WILD WEST JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP is a professional organization dedicated to promoting the sport of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. WWJJC is the biggest growing event in Tucson, Arizona.

* IBJJ Rules.

* Absolute division cash prices.

* IBJJ size match areas.

* Best academy Team trophies.

On Saturday March 30th doors will open at 8:00 a.m. Fights start at 9:00 a.m.

DESERT VIEW HIGH SCHOOL TUCSON, ARIZONA.

Weigh-ins will be conducted on Friday March 29 at the venue FROM 5:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M.  Competitors unable to attend will have an opportunity to weigh-in from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. prior to the event.

There is only one opportunity to check weight. If the competitor does not make weight on Friday he/she They will be immediately disqualified. Make sure that you are in the correct weight division. No changes will be accepted after the deadline and no fees will be refunded. There is a 1 Lb. allowance for kids and juveniles only.  Orange and Green belts will be combined. 

Check out Weight classes HERE

To accommodate assistant coaches we are going to provide wristbands based on the number of registered athletes for a given event.  The breakdown is as follows:

0 to 4 registered athletes – One Coach +  0 assistant coach wristbands

5 to 10 registered athletes – One Coach + 1 assistant coach wristband

11 to 20 registered athletes – One Coach + 2 assistant coach wristbands

Over 20 registered athletes – One Coach + 3 assistant coach wristbands



Please refer to our website for the latest rules.

https://wildwestjiujitsu.com/rules

For Kids and Juveniles age group the rule is "less or equal". For example, 4-5 years division will only allow 5 years old or less. If the competitor turns 6 the day of the event, he/she will not be eligible for this age group.

Kids born from 15 or younger will compete male and female together, if
necessary. All Kid's divisions with a bracket of three or more kids where for
any reason that bracket ends up with only two kids, the two kids will be
fighting each other for the best of three matches.

IJV PROMOTIONS reserves the right to combine weight classes to create competitive weight divisions with sufficient competitors.

The support of the transgender community is an important aspect of fostering inclusivity and equality. It is crucial to recognize and respect each individual's gender identity and provide them with the necessary resources and support they need to live authentically. However, when it comes to competitive sports ensuring fairness and maintaining a level playing is also essential. Therefore, our organization has implemented policies that require transgender individuals to compete in the gender division assigned at birth. These policies aim to strike a balance between inclusivity and maintaining fair competition, acknowledging the potential physiological advantages that may exist. It is important to approach this issue with sensitivity, openness, and ongoing dialogue to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their gender identity, have equal opportunities to participate in sports while upholding the principles of fair competition.

$10 (Children under 6 are Free)

The tournament is single elimination.

Medals will be awarded to the 1st place, 2nd place and 3rd place of each division.

The top 3 academies and affiliations overall will receive team trophies.

Before his/her first fight, the athlete will check his/her weight with the Gi.

There is only one opportunity to check the weight. If the competitor does not make his/her weight, they will be immediately disqualified. There is 1 Lb allowance FOR KIDS ONLY.

Please make sure that you are in the correct weight division. You cannot change divisions after the corrections deadline. No changes will be accepted in the tournament day, no refunds.

Athletes who place in 1st, 2nd and 3rd in their division will receive a medal at the event. All competitors must wear the GI on the podium. All the medals must be picked up at the event’s podium. IJV PROMOTIONS is not responsible for shipping medals.

If your team has more than 2 athletes in the same division, the professor needs to email wildwestjiujitsu@gmail.com prior to athlete correction deadline in order to create different teams for the same academy. This rule does not prevent you from registering for the event.

IJV PROMOTIONS reserves the right to close registration when we reach full capacity, or on the day of the appointed event registration deadline, whichever comes first.

Before each fight, athletes will be asked to show their valid form of photo identification (ID) to the officials(Adults only). Make sure you have it on hand

It is the responsibility of the athlete to be knowledgeable of the rules and guidelines pertaining to the sport. Please refer to the https://wildwestjiujitsu.com/rules website for the latest rules.

IJV PROMOTIONS reserves the right to combine weight classes to create competitive weight divisions with sufficient competitors. 

 We issue refunds for an event registration until EARLY BIRD ENDS. From this date to the deadline, only full coupon credits will be issued for future events in case of a cancelation. After the deadline, there will be no refunds or future credits issued. Refunds and Credits can be obtained by logging into your account and cancelling your event registration. Competitors who do not have a bracket or their opponent no shows day of event will receive a full coupon credit. No show credit only applies if you have no matches for the day.  

Any coach/parent that does not follow any article of this code,
in or outside of the premises, will be asked to leave and will be prevented from joining their athlete(s)
inside the competition area during the event. The coach, athlete or the academy
are subject to penalties, such as suspension or participation in other events,
or can be banned from WWJC sanctioned event sites.

Click here for the complete CODE OF CONDUCT



Due to the ever-changing situations during this time, we are always evaluating on a day-to-day basis the health issues and local or federal orders in regard to contact sports.
In the case of a forced event cancellation, all registration fees will be automatically refunded.

If you feel uncomfortable in light of the Covid -19 safety issues, your registration can be credited for a future event if requested BEFORE the registration deadline. 
The organization is not responsible for the participant's other expenses such as, but not limited to; transportation and lodging.

Please click here for the coach/parents code of conduct.

For the sake of all competitors and staff, please check your temperature BEFORE coming to the event. If there are any signs of symptoms or high temperature, please remain at home and contact your health provider. This is extremely important for everyone involved.

If you are currently sick or have been exposed to someone that has tested positive for COVID- 19, please stay at home and contact your health provider.

All of our equipment will be properly sanitized prior to and during the event throughout the day. 

Masks or face shields are optional.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, EMAIL:

wildwestjiujitsu@gmail.com

And for anyone in the Jiu-jitsu industry or other Exhibitors (non-industry), who would like to be involved as a sponsor or reserve a Booth, please contact; 

The support of the transgender community is an important aspect of fostering inclusivity and equality. It is crucial to recognize and respect each individual's gender identity and provide them with the necessary resources and support they need to live authentically. However, when it comes to competitive sports ensuring fairness and maintaining a level playing is also essential. Therefore, our organization has implemented policies that require transgender individuals to compete in the gender division assigned at birth. These policies aim to strike a balance between inclusivity and maintaining fair competition, acknowledging the potential physiological advantages that may exist. It is important to approach this issue with sensitivity, openness, and ongoing dialogue to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their gender identity, have equal opportunities to participate in sports while upholding the principles of fair competition.