# Veterans Breakthrough: Spring 2026 Jiu Jitsu Tournament - GI

> Competition in Mesa, Arizona, United States | April 25, 2026 – April 26, 2026

## Overview

**Event Type:** Competition

**Description:** 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](https://zfrmz.com/elO48QEnys4cdLJWsMuX)

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](https://secure.givelively.org/donate/veterans-breakthrough-inc/fall-2025-no-gi-bjj-tournament-fundraiser/fundraisers/options)

   •  Prizes: [view here](https://www.veteransbreakthrough.org/tournament-info#prizes)

   •  Direct Donations: [Donate Here](https://secure.givelively.org/donate/veterans-breakthrough-inc/warriors-journey-bjj-tournament-fundraiser-april-2025)

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](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](https://forms.zohopublic.com/veteransbreakthrough/form/YearlySponsorInterestFrom/formperma/v9ARak91hjs5VYYoKq-tGtUz5DaP_rAncxz356kb8ok)

Fore more information visit: [https://www.veteransbreakthrough.org/tournament-info](https://www.veteransbreakthrough.org/tournament-info)

**Status:** Scheduled

## Dates

**Start:** April 25, 2026
**End:** April 26, 2026
## Location

**Venue:** Mesa

**Location:** Mesa, Arizona, United States


## Pricing

**Price:** $80
## Links

- Source: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/27706
## Tags

Gi, Multi-Day

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**Last Updated:** March 06, 2026

**Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/events/veterans-breakthrough-spring-2026-jiu-jitsu-tournament-gi)