Youth/Adult Jiu Jitsu Grappling | Controlled Combat August 2026

: Saturday, March 21, 2026

: Doors Open at 8:00 AM EST and Event begins at 9:00 AM EST 

: Benfield Sportscenter

              1031 Benfield Blvd

              Millersville, MD 21108

- No Gi, Single
elimination, No belt requirement, 15+ age, +Absolute Female and Absolute Male Brackets









: Registration will close on Wednesday
prior to the event at 11:59 PM. 

: Controlled Combat has a goal to
finish a competitor's bracket within 45 minutes/division. For example, if a
competitor is in the 5/6 year old, 50 lbs, grey belt, Gi and No GI divisions
that start at 9:00 AM then the goal of Controlled Combat is to finish by 10:30
AM. This means there will not be an extended time between the Gi and No Gi
brackets! We understand that it is a long, tiring day for all involved.
Controlled Combat wants to provide the option of staying to enjoy the
exhibition of Jiu Jitsu but realizes an extended break between brackets or an
8-hour day for 3-10 matches is exhausting. 

: Weigh in will be available at the venue from 8:00 AM EST on the day of the event. It is
critical that competitors are weighed in at least 45 minutes prior to their
scheduled start time. Competitors may weigh in with or without their Gi on.
There are no restrictions. Controlled Combat utilizes the "Madison Weight
System". This is a popular tournament format, as seen in many wrestling
tournaments, where there are no weight classes for registration and Controlled
Combat pairs competitors into brackets. The reason for this is to discourage
weight cutting, especially in youth athletes. NOTE: Controlled Combat will ask
for experience (belt), age, and weight and pair up competitors into fair and
equitable brackets (Ex. a 7 year old grey belt weighing 60 lbs. will be
competing against similar age, belt, and weight. They will NOT be matched up
against a 10 year old, yellow belt weighing 80 lbs.). Our goal is to have an
enjoyable, professional, and safe environment for all competitors. Please be
mindful of what you/your competitor will weigh the day of competition. Brackets
will be published based on this entered weight, but WILL be moved if the weight
is different.

: $15/Spectator - Cash or Credit, Under 4
years old is free admission

: Gold Medal winners will receive a  and a ! Silver medal
winners will receive a Silver Medal. Bronze medal winners will receive a Bronze
Medal. All medals are custom made. In addition, every event will offer a
different "Champions" gear. This includes, but not limited to board
shorts, rash guards, slides (sandals), etc. 

: Controlled Combat may offer throughout all events. The sponsorship includes a rash guard
and  This
does not limit competitors to only competing at Controlled Combat events. 

: Competitors/Registrations
can be viewed through the "Registrations" tab on Smoothcomp
throughout the registration process. NOTE: There may be some changes due to
age, weight, or belt ranks from time of registration to event start time.
Brackets will be based on Gender (Adults only), Age, Belt Rank, and Weight.

: Controlled Combat utilizes a Round
Robin style tournament to maximize the number of matches a competitor can have.
There is a maximum of 4 matches per division with potential for a Gold/Silver
Medal and Bronze Medal Match. If a competitor competes in both Gi and No Gi
then they can have 8 non medal matches with up to 2 additional medal
matches. 

: Brackets and Schedules will be
released by 8:00 PM the Friday before the event. NOTE: You can view the mat and
competitor schedules through Smoothcomp, Brackets and schedule tab. The match
times are dynamic and will move throughout the day. In addition, Controlled
Combat utilizes a "bullpen" system. All coaches and competitors are
to be in the bullpen and prepared to grapple. 

Exhibition matches are available
for those competitors interested in the tournament experience but do not want
to have a win or loss attributed to their record. If you would like to
participate in an exhibition match/bracket then note this in the "Comments"
section within registration. 

: www.controlled-combat.com/rules

: Controlled Combat/Divisions -
Registrations close on the Wednesday before the event at 11:59 PM EST. All
competitors, coaches, or parents will have until 5:00 PM EST the Thursday
before the event to make any changes. You can also direct any questions,
concerns, or feedback through the Controlled Combat
website/Contact Us

A competitor's division may be merged due to insufficient
number of opponents. This can include a competitor going either up or down in
belt rank, age, and/or weight. Please make a note of any requests when
registering. However, the "Madison System" allows for flexibility to
keep matches fair and equitable.

: Results will be updated live
throughout the event on Smoothcomp. 

: Refunds can be provided until Thursday before
the event at 12:00 PM EST

: There will be one chair for each
competitor's coach. 

: Controlled Combat has a medic onsite for the
entirety of the event. The medic can be used for medical services including
ice, consultation, bandages, etc. 

: Individual and Team rankings will be
tracked at the end of every event. 

: Controlled Combat is always
looking for referees, tables workers, tournament directors, and other staff. We
are very competitive with pay! Please apply at www.controlled-combat.com/job-opportunity.

 (For First Time Competitors or a Reminder
for Seasoned Competitors):

     - Try not to overthink what a Jiu Jitsu
tournament is. Although it is a competition, having fun and bringing together
the Jiu Jitsu community is the top priority. A competitor should want to
continue competing and meeting new friends every event. 

     -Upon arrival at the event you will go
to the "Check in" table. This is where you will show the tickets you
purchased and receive direction from a Controlled Combat team member on where
to go. If you are or have a competitor, you will then go to the weigh in line.
After the competitor is weighed in, they may enter the arena and set up in
their preferred location and view vendors available/warm up. 

     - Smoothcomp "Brackets and
schedule" Is a tremendous resource. Use it to view what mat a competitor
is on, follow the dynamic schedule, and view results. Refresh it often!

     - Jiu Jitsu tournaments can be a long
day. Controlled Combat prides itself on its logistical planning and has a goal
of finishing a bracket within 45 minutes, but there are times when this is not
feasible. Utilize concessions available at the event and/or bring some
snacks/drinks. Pro tip: Uno or another card game is a wonderful time killing
alternative prior to the event beginning or between brackets if there is an
extended break. 

     - Do not tire yourself out prior to your
match and make sure to appropriately stretch in preparation of competition. The
bullpen area will assist with this, but it is up to the competitor to
adequately prepare themself for a grappling match not only to prevent injury,
but to get into the competitive mindset. 

     - As a competitor, be ready to report to
the bullpen. A "walkover" or disqualification may occur if a
competitor is not available within 90 seconds of the match start time. 

     - Wear the belt in which you have earned
for competition. Often, a youth, grey with white stripe belt may be in their
first tournament. Have a discussion with your coach. There are many very
competitive youths out there and grey belt may not be the appropriate division
to compete in. If a competitor signs up for white belt and is wearing their
grey with white stripe, then they will NOT be allowed to compete in the white
belt division. The intent of this tip is not to encourage "sandbagging",
but to be aware of the belt restriction. 

     - Before a match, a
competitor will report to the bullpen and then the mat which their bracket is
competing. The competitor will stand by the edge of the mat until the referee
calls both competitors to the mat. Competitors should bow when entering the mat
and then set up for their match as directed by the referee. The competitor
should shake hands with their opponent. Once the match is complete the referee
will raise the hand of the winner and competitors