IBJJF World Championship 2026

The IBJJF World Championship is the pinnacle of competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Held annually in Long Beach, California, this event attracts the best grapplers from every corner of the globe.

Tournament Format

• Adult Black Belt: Premier division with over 300 competitors
• Adult Colored Belts: White through Brown belt divisions
• Masters Divisions: Age brackets for 30+ competitors
• Juveniles: Under-18 divisions

Registration Details

Early registration opens 3 months prior to the event. Expect divisions to fill quickly, especially in popular weight classes.

Weight Classes (Adult Male)

| Division | Weight Limit | |----------|--------------| | Rooster | 57.5 kg | | Light Feather | 64 kg | | Feather | 70 kg | | Light | 76 kg | | Middle | 82.3 kg | | Medium Heavy | 88.3 kg | | Heavy | 94.3 kg | | Super Heavy | 100.5 kg | | Ultra Heavy | No limit |

Preparation Tips

Start your competition camp 8-12 weeks before the event. Focus on:

1. Competition-specific drilling
2. Weight management
3. Cardio conditioning
4. Mental preparation

Track your training with BJJChat to optimize your preparation.