What's the scoring format?

Submission-only, Madison-style round robin, with up to 4 matches per division.

Are young kids exempt from submissions?

Yes, youth 8-and-under white belts compete points-only with no submissions.

Is there a cash prize?

Yes, the Absolute No Gi Division Champion wins $250.

A three-hour no-gi seminar with Nick "Chewy" Albin, open to competitors and non-competitors alike.

Through the event's Smoothcomp page.

Chewjitsu Open Frankenmuth 2026 | BJJ Tournament MI | Let's Roll

Chewjitsu Open Frankenmuth 2026

Organized by Chewjitsu

Frankenmuth hosts the Chewjitsu Open on November 7, 2026. The tournament runs BJJ divisions for all belts, bringing the well-known Chewjitsu name to Michigan's grappling scene.

Saturday, November 7, 2026Frankenmuth, MI$94 entry0 registered

Gi & No-Gi

Event Description

The Chewjitsu Open is a sub-only, Madison-style round-robin tournament hosted by the Chewjitsu team -- no weight-cutting stress, since competitors are grouped with their nearest weight and experience level and guaranteed up to four matches per division. Youth 8-and-under white belts compete points-only without submissions for safety, while everyone else competes sub-only, with an optional Absolute division offering a $250 cash prize for the no-gi champion. This year's edition takes place November 7, 2026, in Frankenmuth, MI, with gi and no-gi divisions for all ages. Nick "Chewy" Albin -- an IBJJF Worlds and three-time Pan Am champion -- also runs a three-hour no-gi seminar at the event, open to spectators and non-competitors at a discounted rate if you also compete. Registration is through Smoothcomp, linked on Let's Roll.

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Divisions

Youth

Adult

Masters

Absolute

Registration deadline: November 8, 2026

About Chewjitsu

Chewjitsu is the tournament brand of Nick "Chewy" Albin, a BJJ black belt and owner of Derby City MMA in Louisville, KY, best known for his YouTube channel. The Chewjitsu Open is a submission-only, round-robin, Madison-style event guaranteeing up to 4 matches per division.

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Frequently asked questions

When and where is the Chewjitsu Open Frankenmuth 2026?: November 7, 2026, in Frankenmuth, MI.
What's the scoring format?: Submission-only, Madison-style round robin, with up to 4 matches per division.
Are young kids exempt from submissions?: Yes, youth 8-and-under white belts compete points-only with no submissions.
Is there a cash prize?: Yes, the Absolute No Gi Division Champion wins $250.
What's the seminar?: A three-hour no-gi seminar with Nick "Chewy" Albin, open to competitors and non-competitors alike.
How do I register?: Through the event's Smoothcomp page.

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