Be Prepared

Tournament Day Guide

Follow these steps to have a smooth, stress-free competition day.

01

Main Entrance

  • —Check in at the Front Desk.
  • —Receive your registration stamp.
  • —Proceed to weigh-in.
02

Weigh-In Station

  • —Weigh-ins start 2 hours before your division and end 30 minutes before division start time.
  • —Load your SmoothComp profile with your QR code on your phone.
  • —Weigh in with competition attire — GI for GI competitors, rashguard and shorts for No-Gi.
  • —Kids competitors: 2-pound weight allowance.
  • —Juvenile and Adult competitors: Zero allowance — exceeding weight results in automatic disqualification.
03

While You Wait (Post Weigh-In)

  • —Download the SmoothComp app for real-time schedule updates.
  • —Check TV displays for division times and mat assignments.
  • —Make your way to the bullpen when your name appears at the top of the schedule.
04

Match Time

  • —Gear and attire inspection will be performed.
  • —Bullpen staff will confirm your weigh-in and check-in.
  • —You will be directed to the mat queue.
05

Fight Time

  • —A mat coordinator will escort you to your match.
  • —Winner or not, you are a champion because you made it this far.
06

Podium & Awards

  • —Winners are escorted to the podium for medals and trophies.
  • —Optional post-match media interview.

Good Luck and See You on the Mats!