When and where is the 2026 Silver State Jiu-Jitsu Open?

September 6, 2026 at Chaparral High School, Las Vegas, NV.

What ruleset does NABJJF use?

Rules based on the SJJIF ruleset, with weight classes set by a max-weight ceiling.

Both gi and no-gi divisions are offered.

Does NABJJF have a ranking system?

Yes, NABJJF runs a single ranking system across its 10-plus tournaments per year, and this event counts toward it.

Competitors of all belts and experience levels, from first-timers to experienced athletes chasing NABJJF ranking points.

2026 Silver State Jiu-Jitsu Open, Las Vegas NV | Let's Roll

2026 Silver State Jiu-Jitsu Open

Organized by NABJJF

The 2026 Silver State Jiu-Jitsu Open will take place on September 6, 2026, at Chaparral High School in Las Vegas, NV. Organized by NABJJF, the event features both Gi and No-Gi divisions, attracting competitors from Southern California and beyond.

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Event Description

The Silver State Jiu-Jitsu Open is hosted by NABJJF, the North American BJJ Federation, which has run BJJ tournaments for more than 20 years under a ruleset based on SJJIF competition rules and a single ranking system across its 10-plus annual events. This fall edition brings both gi and no-gi divisions to one venue for a full day of competition. The Open takes place September 6, 2026 at Chaparral High School in Las Vegas, NV, drawing competitors from across Southern California, Nevada, and Arizona. It's built for both first-time competitors and experienced athletes chasing NABJJF ranking points. Register through NABJJF's Smoothcomp event page, linked from nabjjf.com/tournaments.

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About NABJJF

NABJJF (the North American Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation), founded in Los Angeles in 2005, runs 10+ gi and no-gi tournaments a year for all ages and belts. Its flagship North American Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament reached its 20th annual edition in 2026.

Rules

IBJJF rules are the standard most BJJ competition rules descend from. Matches are scored on positional progress: 2 points for a takedown, sweep, or knee-on-belly; 3 points for passing the guard; and 4 points for mount, back mount, or back control with hooks. Advantages are awarded for near-scores and close submission attempts and act as the first tiebreaker, followed by penalties and finally referee decision. Match length scales with rank, from 5 minutes for adult white belts up to 10 minutes for black belts.

Legal techniques expand with age and belt. White belts face the tightest restrictions (no wrist locks, slicers, or kneebars); jump to purple and brown/black and more leg attacks and pressure submissions open up. Since the 2021 rule change, heel hooks and inside knee reaping are legal — but only in the adult brown/black no-gi divisions. Kids divisions run shorter matches with a much more restrictive legal-technique list.

Uniform rules are enforced: gis must be white, royal blue, or black, properly fitted, with a rank-appropriate belt; no-gi divisions require rash guards displaying the competitor's belt color. Referees can disqualify for illegal gear, so check the uniform checklist before stepping on the scale.

Always confirm the official rulebook before you compete — organizations update rules between seasons. See the official event page for current rules.

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Frequently asked questions

When and where is the 2026 Silver State Jiu-Jitsu Open?: September 6, 2026 at Chaparral High School, Las Vegas, NV.
How do I register?: Through NABJJF's Smoothcomp event page, linked from nabjjf.com/tournaments.
What ruleset does NABJJF use?: Rules based on the SJJIF ruleset, with weight classes set by a max-weight ceiling.
Is this gi or no-gi?: Both gi and no-gi divisions are offered.
Does NABJJF have a ranking system?: Yes, NABJJF runs a single ranking system across its 10-plus tournaments per year, and this event counts toward it.
Who can compete?: Competitors of all belts and experience levels, from first-timers to experienced athletes chasing NABJJF ranking points.

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