DATE:

Saturday, August 5, 2023

LOCATION:

USA Fit Games Expo @ WestWorld of Scottsdale
16601 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Expo Map (will likely be updated by the expo before the event)

IMPORTANT DATES:

$125 until July 23
$150 until August 2

$75 to add additional divisions.

Last day to cancel for a credit (no refunds): Sunday, July 30 at 11:59pm local time.

Registration closes: Wednesday, August 2 at 11:59pm local time, or when we reach maximum capacity of 900 competitors, whichever happens first.

Registration correction deadline: Wednesday, August 2 at 11:59pm local time.

WEIGH INS:

Friday, August 4, 2023 at the venue from 5-7pm.

If you cannot make day before weigh ins, please email info@rmnevents.com to arrange same day weigh in options.

Maximum of 0.5kg (1.1lbs) weight allowance. Anyone weighing more than this over their weight division will be moved up in weight.

ADCC RULES SEMINAR

Friday, August 4, 2023 at the venue starting at 6:30pm - free and open to everyone.

We HIGHLY encourage all competitors and coaches to attend to fully understand ADCC rules.

WHO CAN COMPETE:

ADCC Opens are for all competitors - kids through masters, beginner through advanced, from any country.

You do not need to qualify to compete in ADCC Opens.

CORRECTIONS & CANCELLATIONS:

Registration corrections can be done by logging into your smoothcomp account. Or, you can email shawn@adcc-official.com with your full name and the correction.

REFUND POLICY:

Registration fees are non-refundable. Registered competitors that are unable to compete due to illness, injury, or bereavement may request credit toward a future tournament up to 5 days prior to registration closing. Refunds will only be offered if we are not able to find you a suitable match, meaning registration fees are non-refundable.

FORMAT:

• NO GI ONLY
• ADCC rules and legal techniques: http://www.adcc-official.com/opens/rules.html
• Double elimination (at least two matches guaranteed).
• Compete for third place (no double bronze).

ABSOLUTE DIVISIONS:

There is one women's and one men's absolute division - open to all ranks, weights, and above at 18.

Absolute divisions will all be single elimination.

MATCH LENGTHS:

Kids (up to age 12): 4 minutes
Teens and juveniles (age 13-17): 5 minutes
Adults: 6 minutes
Masters: 5 minutes

COACHES

One free coach pass per every 5 students registered from that same academy, minimum of 5 students. Example:

0-4 competitors: No coach pass
5-9 competitors: 1 coach pass
10-14 competitors: 2 coach passes

And so forth.

SPECTATORS

Spectator tickets are handled by the USA Fit Games. You can purchase a ticket here: https://www.usafitgames.com/cities/phoenix/tickets-times/

NOT ALLOWED AT ANY ADCC EVENTS:

Close outs: Teammates, friends, etc not having a real match if they meet in a bracket.

Sandbagging: Signing up for a lower skill level or younger age group (masters signing up for adult is permitted). Please notify us if you see a competitor you suspect is sandbagging.

Doing either of these may result in a permanent ban from all ADCC events, even on the first offense.

MEDIA REQUESTS:

Submit a media request here: Media Request Form

Media requests will be handled by megan@adcc-official.com.

Requests should be submitted at least 2 weeks before the event date. Any requests submitted after that may not be considered.

WORK ADCC SCOTTSDALE OPEN

Apply here: https://forms.gle/D4jqW5MfbLuAv6Jq5

This Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition will offer Juveniles, Adult (Male and Female), and Masters Divisions  for No-Gi competitors

The AZBJJL - 2023 Novice Cup will take place on Augut 12th, 2023 at the Bell Bank Park  located at 1 Legacy Drive, Mesa, AZ 85212. FIELD-HOUSE C. The park is located near Mesa Gateway airport

VENUE:

Please review the venue location so that you can plan ample time to get oriented with this new location. 

RULES:

We will be using the IBJJF Rules (Please refer to their website for the latest rules) https://ibjjf.com/rules/

Read this for more information on rules:  http://azbjjl.com/rules/

FEES:

Early Registration Fee before SATURDAY 07/09/2023 @ 11:59 PM

  Juveniles and Adults (16 and up) – $78

Normal Registration ends SATURDAY 07/22/2023 @ 11:59PM

  Juveniles and Adults (16 and up) – $93

Late Registration ends FRIDAY 08/04/2023 @ 11:59PM

  Juveniles and Adults (16 and up) – $108

All registrations must be received by Friday, August 4th by 11:59 pm

SPECTATOR FEE: $20

11 yrs old & up $20 (Bell Bank Park $10 & AZBJJL $10)

10 yrs old and under $5

IMPORTANT DATES:

Early Registration Deadline: SATURDAY 07/09/2023 @ 11:59PM local time (Arizona)

Normal Registration Deadline: SATURDAY 07/22/2023 @11:59PM local time (Arizona)

Late Registration Deadline: FRIDAY 08/04/2023 @11:59PM local time (Arizona)

Athlete Correction Deadline: FRIDAY 08/04/2023 at 11:59pm local time (Arizona) - NOTE: No changes, refunds or credits are possible after this deadline.

Schedule and Brackets Release: THURSDAY 08/10/2023

Tournament: SATURDAY 08/12/2023

Tournament starts at 3:45pm! - If you have any questions about this tournament please email support@azbjjl.com

AWARDS:

The tournament is single elimination.

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

Athletes will not compete for the third place. Two bronze medals will be given.

The top 5 academies and affiliations in the Adult division will receive team trophies.

Read this for information on team and academy point-scoring: http://azbjjl.com/scoring/

WEIGH-INS:

Before his/her first fight, the athlete will check his/her weight with the No-gi uniform.

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 no tolerance on weight allowed.

Please make sure that you are in the correct weight division. You can not change divisions, if you do not make your designated division. No changes will be accepted in the tournament day, no refund.

Read this for more information on weight classes:  http://azbjjl.com/uniform-weight-list/

OTHERS:

Athletes will receive a complimentary event t-shirt which they should pick up at the event. All shirts must be picked up at the event’s shirt booth. AZBJJL is not responsible for shipping forgotten t-shirts.

Athletes who place in 1st, 2nd and 3rd in their division will receive a medal at the event. All competitors must wear the No-Gi uniform on the podium. All the medals must be picked up at the event’s podium. AZBJJL is not responsible for shipping medals.

Each team can only have two athletes in the same division bracket (of age/weight/belt). If your team has more than 2 athletes in the same division, the professor needs to email support@azbjjl.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.

AZBJJL 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 (as outlined in the IBJJF Rules Book). Please refer to the https://ibjjf.com/rules/ website for the latest rules.

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

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS RULE INFO AND CODE OF CONDUCT PLEASE VISIT AZBJJL.COM

We will be using the IBJJF Rules (Please refer to their website for the latest rules) https://ibjjf.com/rules/

All Skill Levels - Friendly and Professional Staff- Affordable Hotel - Full Bar and Restaurant

FOLLOW THE RISE OF THE PROSPECTS INSTAGRAM PAGE FOR TOURNAMENT UPDATES

ROP Muay Thai Tournament Tucson is sanctioned by the ISKA.

Venue:

​Hilton Hotel East 7600 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85710

Registration Fees Deadlines:

• $80 Early registration till 6/15

• $95 Normal registration till 7/28

• $150 Late registration until 8/17

Competiton tank top for every competitor. (Tank must be worn during match) 

Divisions:

Junior Divisions 15-17yrs (male and female)

Adult Divisions 18yrs and over (male and female)

Max 4 person brackets (up to 2 matches). Multiple brackets for larger divisions. Max 100 Competitors.

Awards

• This tournament is single elimination.

• Medals will be awarded to the 1st place and 2nd place in each division.

• Athletes will not compete for the third place.

What medicals do I need? 

1. You need a physical (by an MD or DO-no nurses) on the ISKA paperwork, download here:  https://iskaofaz.com
2. You need blood work if you are 16 or older (HIV, Hepatitis B-surface antigen, and Hepatitis C-Antibody) If you have fought in 2023 and are already licensed in mma or muay thai-we will accept that paperwork on USMTA or AZGAMING forms (mma.) Fighting from out of state? If you are already licensed, send us the form and we will get them approved.

**all medicals must be brought to weigh ins. If you’d like to check and make sure they are right, you can email to jenpitbull2@gmail.com ahead of time. NO REFUNDS if medicals are denied at weigh ins (incorrect blood, etc.) 

When are weigh-ins and where?

Weigh-ins will be on Friday, August 18 at Rise Combat Sports, 7131 East Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson AZ 85715. We will schedule times depending on registrations. We will update on or before July 19, please check back. 

What equipment will I use?

All athletes will wear headgear, shinpads, groin protector  (males,) mouthpiece, and gloves (either 10oz or 12oz depending on weight class.) Elbows will be allowed with athletes with 5 and over fights (elbow pads.) 

Who provides equipment?

The athlete will provide their own shin pads, headgear, groin protection, elbow pads (when applicable,) and mouthpiece. We will provide gloves. We will update specifications on or before July 19. Please check back. 

What uniform should I wear to compete?

Athletes are required to wear Muay Thai shorts. We will provide a reversible jersey (blue and red) to fight in. 

Do my coaches have to pay/register?

Yes, all coaches must fill out a registration form. We will give one head coach from every gym (not one per athlete) a free pass. Any assistants, second coach, etc. will have to pay (same price as admission.) Registration and payment link will be available on or before July 19.

Can my friends and family come watch?

Of course. Tickets will be on sale on this website soon. We have limited space so encourage them to buy soon. 

More questions? Please text Jen at 415-519-3250 for more information. READ ALL FAQS FIRST…..

**ROP is trying to keep registrations as inexpensive as possible for all athletes. Unfortunately, this event has many fees associated with it, and that is how we are basing the costs.