April 25 - April 26, 2026
Mesa, Arizona, United States
$80
About This Event
Join us for the Veterans Breakthrough Spring 2026 GI Tournament, a community-driven Brazilian Jiu Jitsu event bringing together athletes, families, and supporters for a powerful cause.
Whether you’re a first-time competitor or a seasoned athlete, this tournament offers divisions for kids and adults, a minimum of two matches guaranteed, and a high-energy atmosphere inside a historic aircraft hangar.
This is more than a tournament—it’s a way to give back.
👉 Get your veteran registration code here: Veteran Registration Discount Code
Want to make an even bigger impact? Join our Peer-to-Peer Donation Challenge and inspire others to give back. Here’s how you can get involved:
1. Sign Up: Commit to raising funds for the cause, either individually or as a team.
2. Create a Fundraising Page: Share your story and promote our mission.
3. Engage Your Network: Spread the word through social media, email, or mini-events.
4. Track Progress: Complete milestones, all while making a real difference.
5. Celebrate Your Impact: Top fundraisers will be recognized at the tournament.
More info on peer-to-peer donations
• Challenge Link: Join Here
• Prizes: view here
• Direct Donations: Donate Here
Bracket Notes:
Medals awarded for:🥇 1st Place🥈 2nd Place🥉 3rd Place*
*Athletes will compete for third place.
Modified IBJJF Rules:
(Refer to IBJJF rules for full details: https://ibjjf.com/rules)
Athlete Registration: $90Spectator Fee: $10
Registration Deadline: April 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Athletes who register before October 15, 2025 will receive a complimentary event t-shirt.
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Veterans Breakthrough is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 2020, with a mission to empower veterans through:
We use the power of community and challenge to help veterans transition from surviving to thriving.
BJJ gives veterans a proven path forward:
Interested in sponsoring this event and supporting veterans?
Submit Interest Form
Fore more information visit: https://www.veteransbreakthrough.org/tournament-info
Whether you’re a first-time competitor or a seasoned athlete, this tournament offers divisions for kids and adults, a minimum of two matches guaranteed, and a high-energy atmosphere inside a historic aircraft hangar.
This is more than a tournament—it’s a way to give back.
👉 Get your veteran registration code here: Veteran Registration Discount Code
Want to make an even bigger impact? Join our Peer-to-Peer Donation Challenge and inspire others to give back. Here’s how you can get involved:
1. Sign Up: Commit to raising funds for the cause, either individually or as a team.
2. Create a Fundraising Page: Share your story and promote our mission.
3. Engage Your Network: Spread the word through social media, email, or mini-events.
4. Track Progress: Complete milestones, all while making a real difference.
5. Celebrate Your Impact: Top fundraisers will be recognized at the tournament.
More info on peer-to-peer donations
• Challenge Link: Join Here
• Prizes: view here
• Direct Donations: Donate Here
Bracket Notes:
Medals awarded for:🥇 1st Place🥈 2nd Place🥉 3rd Place*
*Athletes will compete for third place.
Modified IBJJF Rules:
(Refer to IBJJF rules for full details: https://ibjjf.com/rules)
Athlete Registration: $90Spectator Fee: $10
Registration Deadline: April 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Athletes who register before October 15, 2025 will receive a complimentary event t-shirt.
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Veterans Breakthrough is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 2020, with a mission to empower veterans through:
We use the power of community and challenge to help veterans transition from surviving to thriving.
BJJ gives veterans a proven path forward:
Interested in sponsoring this event and supporting veterans?
Submit Interest Form
Fore more information visit: https://www.veteransbreakthrough.org/tournament-info
Registration
Registration Deadline
April 19, 2026
Cancellation Deadline
April 19, 2026
Registration handled by event organizer
Venue
Organizer
Veterans Breakthrough
Competition Rules
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