Events

Whether you’re a novice looking to test your skills in a tournament environment or an advanced practitioner seeking a challenging competition, the Solent Open has a place for everyone and it will all take place under IBJJF rules (NOTE: Heelhooks are illegal) and match times (5 mins = White Belts/Masters, 6 mins= Blue Belts, 7 mins= Purple Belts etc).

Competitors will be grouped into four divisions (that take age/belt/weight into consideration) to ensure fair and exciting matchups:

1. Novice (Up to 6 Months): This category is perfect for those who are new to BJJ or have limited competition experience. It provides a supportive platform for beginners to showcase their progress and gain valuable tournament experience.

2. Beginners (6 Months – 2 Years): If you’ve been training for a while and have a solid foundation in BJJ, the beginners’ category is where you can put your skills to the test. Expect intense matches and the opportunity to learn from fellow practitioners.

3. Intermediate (2 Years – 4 Years): For those who have honed their techniques and are ready to take their game to the next level, the intermediate category offers a challenging environment. Compete against skilled opponents and push your limits on the mats.

4. Advanced (4+ Years): The pinnacle of competition at Mat Mania, the advanced category is reserved for highly skilled practitioners. Prepare for intense battles and witness the highest level of technique and strategy as the best of the best go head-to-head.

No matter which category you choose, the Solent Open guarantees an electrifying atmosphere, camaraderie among participants, and an opportunity to showcase your BJJ prowess. So mark your calendars and get ready to step onto the mats for an unforgettable day of Gi and Nogi action! Don’t miss out on this incredible event.

PRICING:-

Adult, Masters & Seniors

Special Early Bird Price= £30 for one division, £45 for 2 Divisions (runs until 1st February 2025)

Normal Registration £40 for one division, £55 for 2 divisions (runs until 1st April 2025)

Late Registration £50 for one division, £65 for 2 divisions (runs until close of entries on 4th May 2025)

BROWN BELTS = 50% OFF

BLACK BELTS = FREE ENTRY

Kids/Juveniles

Special Early Bird Price=  £25 for one division, £35 for 2 divisions (runs until 1st February 2025)

Normal Registration = £35 for one division, £50 for 2 divisions (runs until 1st April 2025)

Late Registration = £45 for one division, £60 for 2 divisions (runs until close of entries on 4th May 2025)

BONUS DISCOUNT: ALL FEMALE FIGHTERS GET AN EXTRA 10% OFF BY USING THE CODE GRLPWR25 AT THE CHECKOUT. 

Spectators will be charged £5 on the door.

Coaches will need to email us for a Coaching Pass. Only those with a coaching pass will be able to coach on the day.

NOTE: There will be 1 adult spectator ticket FREE per Kid/Juvenile/Teens entry (Please make yourself known at the weigh in. You will only receive 1 adult spectator even if your child registers for more than one division. 

Weigh-ins

Weigh-ins will begin from 8am (First bouts at 9am). You will only need to weigh in once for both gi/no gi. Please ensure you have weighed in ONE HOUR before your bout at the latest.

All weigh-ins will be conducted in Gi and NoGi. (You can weigh in for both at the same time).

All weights as per IBJJF, all competitors must make weight on our scales. There are no allowances given.

Match Times

All tournament brackets and match times will be published on Smoothcomp. Match times can change during the day depending on the time of previous bouts. Whilst we will have screens on display at the event we advise that you keep an eye on your match times using Smoothcomp on your mobile devices.

Notes

All eligible refunds are issued directly through SMOOTHCOMP. You DO NOT need to contact us regarding that.

Please note that divisions of less than 4 people will only run at the discretion of the organisers and may either be combined with the next highest weight category or moved down in age group automatically in the event of seniors entries.

Also Judo black belts, professional MMA fighters and those who have wrestled at a national level are ineligible to compete at white belt and must enter at blue belt minimum for gi and for no gi regardless of BJJ grade.

All divisions will be run on a round-robin basis.

Closing date for all entries will be midnight on 4th May 2025 –  no entries will be accepted after this point and initial brackets will be available by no later than 7th May 2025.

Competitors can use the Smoothcomp system to make a change in weight division up until midnight on 4th May 2025.

No changes in division will be considered after this date and any competitor who fails to make weight on the day will be disqualified without any possibility of refund. All payments must be made via Smoothcomp ahead of the event.

Respect Rule

This event has a zero tolerance policy regarding inappropriate behavior by coaches, parents/guardians, spectators and competitors.

All in attendance must show some restraint when their students or team mates are fighting. There will be competitors and spectators of all ages at this event and we are here to set an example.

Any swearing, inappropriate gestures, violence (towards person or property) or berating the officials (regardless of any decisions they make) will not be tolerated.

If this happens, the referee/organiser has the right to disqualify that competitor, or to ask the person concerned to leave the area. If those concerned do not comply with the referee/organisers request the competitor will be disqualified from the event.

If a coach, parent or team mate encroaches onto the mat, or past any barriers that are in place, or man handles an official in any way, that person will be asked to leave the venue and the whole team may not be permitted to take any further part in the competition.