2023 Ontario Open KIDS International Jiu Jitsu Championship - GI Edition

EVENT REACHED CAPACITY - REGISTRATION IS CLOSED !!!MAY 7 2023 at TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES CENTRE IN OSHAWA, ON

We welcome and invite all Jiu-Jitsu academies to participate in the 2023 Ontario Open International Jiu-Jitsu Championship - GI Edition

With almost 1800 competitors competing in Gi matches during our two day tournament in May 2019 in Oshawa, it was very apparent that BJJ continues to grow each and every year. We had children as young as 4 competing and adults as old as 50 participating in the event. With competitors coming from all over Canada and US, the Ontario Open Jiu-Jitsu is an essential stop on everyone’s tournament schedule.

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THIS EVENT IS A PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY!

This event will be GI ONLY. Divisions will be for all ages (starting at 4 yrs old), belts and weight classes

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Event is sanctioned by Ontario Jiu Jitsu Association. All athletes are required to have a valid membership.

Note: If you have any issues or questions regargind OJA membership please email us at [email protected]

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Tournament Dates

MAY 6th 2022 - Juvenile, Adult and Masters (16+ years old)

MAY 7th 2022 - Kids, Youth and Teens (4 to 15 years old)

RULES: https://www.ontariojiujitsuassociation.com/bjj-tournament-rules/

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BELT & AGE DIVISIONS (Note: Age divisions are based on Year of Birth)

Year of Birth Age Division Belts

2019/2018 Kids 1 White, Grey

2017/2016 Kids 2 White, Grey, Yellow

2015/2014 Kids 3 White, Grey, Yellow

2013/2012 Youth 1 White, Grey, Yellow & Up

2011/2010 Youth 2 White, Grey, Yellow & Up

2009/2008 Teen White, Grey, Yellow & Up

2007/2006 Juvenile White, Blue

2005 and before Adult Male White, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black

2005 and before Adult Female White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black

1993 and before Master 1 White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black

1983 and before Master 2 White, Blue, Purple, Brown/Black

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REGISTRATION FEES

Early Bird Price (until March 1st): $80+tax (Kids) / $90+tax (16+ yrs old)

Regular Price (until April 17th): $90+tax (Kids) / $105+tax (16+ yrs old)

Late Price (until May 1st): $100+tax (Kids) / $115+tax (16+ yrs old)

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SPECTATOR ENTRANCE FEE

$10 cash only

Children ages 8 and younger = No Admission Fee

Senior ages 65 and older = No Admission Fee

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IMPORTANT DATES

Registration Deadline: Monday May 1st 2023

Last day for Cancellations / Full Refunds: Monday May 1st 2023

Registration Checkday (Athlete correction) deadline Tuesday May 2nd 2023

Schedule Release Date Thursday May 4th 2023

Brackets Release Date Thursday May 4th 2023

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CHANGES / CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS

Please follow these instructions: https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/89-how-to-change-weightclass-or-cancel

Last day for Cancellations / Full Refunds: Monday May 1st 2023 (no exceptions)

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WEIGH-INS

Weigh-in with GI ON (belt included). No RASHGUARD (exception for Kids and Women)

1 lb allowance

All weigh-ins for the Ontario Open will take place right before each competitor’s first match or right after your division is called.

IMPORTANT! Each competitor only gets ONE CHANCE to make weight for their division, so please double check your registration before you hit the submit button to be sure you signed up for the correct division. Also, you will have an opportunity to check your registration information on your Smoothcomp profile or competitor list.

You have until Registration Checkday (Athlete correction) deadline Tuesday May 2nd 2023 to make any changes to your registration.

If you don’t make weight, YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED! NO EXCEPTIONS!

COMPETITORS 4 to 15 years old: NO DISQUALIFICATION. Your division will be adjusted after you weigh-ins if necessary.

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FOR SMOOTHCOMP SUPOORT

Please check here: https://support.smoothcomp.com/collection/16-for-fighters

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MORE INFORMATION

You must check your registration information on the competitor list before the registration check day. Make sure that all the information is correct. If there are any issues contact us immediately.
Make sure to have a clean gi in proper condition according to OJA rules.
The athletes must keep the kimono and belt tied to the waist at all times while in the waiting or competition area.
Athletes MUST WEAR SHOES all the time.
The referee makes the final decision and will not tolerate any complaints or make changes to the decision
The athletes are not allowed to jump over the fences/barricades in the competition area.
Make sure to get to the event at least 45 minutes prior to your bracket schedule. You should be warmed up by the time your bracket is called.
Make sure to listen to the division calls on the PA System.
In the bull pen area, pay attention to the ring coordinator calls. The ring coordinator will be wearing a vest with the ring number for your division.
After the ring coordinator call, go to the weight in area, to check weight and have your gi inspected (in gi tournaments).
Do NOT remain in the competition area after the end of your fight. Return to the warm up area, and remain there until the ring coordinator calls you for the next round if you won your previous match.
Be respectful to the staff, officials other athletes and coaches. In turn they will show you the same courtesy.
Be respectful to the referees, showing consideration and appreciation for the performance of his or her duties.
Any disputes regarding matches are to be settled by the Referee. All decision by the Referee will be final.
Direct all questions to tournament staff at the administration table. We will do our best to answer your questions as quickly as possible. Please be patient with questions as there are a lot of competitors at the event. As such we remain busy throughout the day.
Please maintain your belongings. We cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items