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World Special Jiu-Jitsu Championship General Information
The SJJIF is proud to announce the 2021 World Special Jiu-Jitsu Championship held at the University of North Texas "UNT" Coliseum ("The Super Pit") in Denton, TX.
on October 30th 2021
The SJJIF has strict Uniform policies which will be enforced at the SJJIF World Championship, make sure to review the policy.
**Important Information for Coaches**
Free spectator admission will be awarded to all active SJJIF Members including coaches.
SJJIF reserves the right to close registration when full capacity is reached or October 12th, whichever comes first. Make sure to register early and secure your spot.
Registration fees are non-refundable, no exceptions**
Participation in the 2021 World Special Jiu-Jitsu Championship competition is restricted to athletes that meet the Special Jiu-Jitsu Classifications
Intellectual disability (ID) is a term used to describe a person with certain limitations in cognitive functioning and other skills, including communication and self-care. These limitations can cause a child to develop and learn more slowly or differently. Intellectual disability is the most common developmental disability.
The Special Jiu-Jitsu offers sport opportunities for athletes that have an intellectual disability that belongs to one of the following types identified below:
1. Fragile X Syndrome: Fragile X is a genetic condition that affects a person’s development, especially behavior and the ability to learn. In addition, Fragile X can affect communication skills, physical appearance and sensitivity to noise, light, or similar stimulus. Fragile X is the most common form of inherited intellectual and developmental disability.
2. Down Syndrome: Down syndrome describes a set of cognitive and physical symptoms that result from having an extra copy or part of a copy of chromosome 21. Down syndrome is the most frequent chromosomal cause of mild to moderate intellectual disability, and occurs in all ethnic and economic groups.
3. Autism Spectrum Disorders: Autism Spectrum Disorder (known as ASD or, more generally, autism) is a complex neurological and developmental condition that affects how a person learns, communicates and interacts with others. Different people with autism can have different symptoms, which is why it's known as a "spectrum" disorder. Autism affects the structure and function of the brain and nervous system.
4. Other Intellectual Disabilities: There are many other types of intellectual disabilities - - some have known causes, while others remain unknown. Some happen before birth, such as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome or Apert Syndrome; others happen as a baby is being born or soon after birth. Other causes of intellectual disability occur when a child is older; these might include serious head injury, stroke, or certain infections. Source:http://www.specialolympics.org/Sections/Who_We_Are/About_Intellectual_Disabilities.aspx
This event will run under the SJJIF Rules & Regulations http://files.sjjif.com/public/assets/2018%20SJJIF%20Rulebook.pdf as well as the SJJIF Adapted Special Jiu-Jitsu Rules https://files.sjjif.com/public/assets/Special%20Jiu-Jitsu_Adapted%20Jiu-Jitsu%20Rules.pdf
Free Tournament T-shirt
All competitors registered by the September 14th deadline will receive a free tournament shirt.
Shirts are to be picked up the day of the event at the SJJIF booth inside the venue, which will be located near the entrance by the SJJIF membership booth.
See image of the shirt below.
Hotel & Accommodations
Spectator Fees
Spectator Fee ages 7 and up - $12 pre-sale available online at SJJIF website or $20 at the door (Cash Only)
Parking Fees
Daily or Hourly Parking Permits via Parkmobile cell phone and do not require a print out or display on vehicle. Rates are $5/daily OR hourly $1.50/hr + $0.35 transaction fee. Option to view time remaining, set alerts if time is running low and add time if necessary from cell phone.
Temporary permits for single or multiple days via UNT website ( https://unt.t2hosted.com/cmn/auth.aspx ) which require a print out of permit to be properly displayed on vehicle. Rate is $5/daily.
World Special Jiu-Jitsu Championship Important Information
The SJJIF has strict Uniform policies which will be enforced at the SJJIF World Championship, make sure to review the policy.
Free Tournament T-shirt
All competitors registered by the September 14th deadline will receive a free tournament t-shirt. T-shirts are to be picked up the day of the event at the SJJIF booth inside the venue, which will be located near the entrance by the SJJIF membership booth. See image of the shirt below.
Spectator Fee
Spectator Fee ages 7 and up—$12 pre-sale on-line at SJJIF website or $20 at the door (Cash Only)
Parking Fee
Daily or Hourly Parking Permits via Parkmobile cell phone and do not require a print out or display on vehicle. Rates are $5/daily OR hourly $1.50/hr + $0.35 transaction fee. Option to view time remaining, set alerts if time is running low and add time if necessary from cell phone.
Temporary permits for single or multiple days via UNT website ( https://unt.t2hosted.com/cmn/auth.aspx ) which require a print out of permit to be properly displayed on vehicle. Rate is $5/daily.
*No Pets allowed in the venue*
*Outside food and drinks are not allowed in the Arena*
Changes to Registration
To make any changes to your registration you will need to login to your SJJIF account. Go to the “Competition History” tab and click on the “Change Division” button next to the tournament you’d like to update. All registration changes must be completed by the division change deadline. We will not accommodate any change after the deadline. If you run into any issues or have questions about changes email changes@sjjif.com. Be sure to include the tournament name, your name, and the changes to be made in the email. The deadline for all changes is Thursday, October 14th. No changes will be made after the deadline or the day of the tournament.
Weigh-Ins
Weigh-ins are right before your division is scheduled to begin. Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled division time. Schedule with time will be posted no later than October 26th. Athletes are to weigh-in with the uniform they will be wearing to compete.
Media Professionals
Media personnel may submit an application for the event by requesting an application at info@sjjif.com
Doors will open approximately one hour before the first match.
For tournaments with a spectator entrance fee, media professionals that do not submit an application on time must pay the spectator fee.
Please note that video recording and social media live streaming of fights will not be allowed at any time.
Media application deadline is October 11th 2021.
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Adult Prices |
Not Yet Member |
SJJIF Member Prices |
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Sign Up Dates |
Gi / NoGi / Both |
Gi / NoGi / Both |
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Until August 4th |
$45 / $45 / $75 + $30.00 Membership |
$45 / $45 / $80 |
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Until August 26th |
$55 / $55 / $95 + $30.00 Membership |
$55 / $55 / $95 |
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Until September 14th |
$65 / $65 / $110 + $30.00 Membership |
$65 / $65 / $110 |
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Until September 28th |
$75 / $75 / $125 + $30.00 Membership |
$75 / $75 / $125 |
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Until October 12th |
$85 / $85 / $140 + $30.00 Membership |
$85 / $85 / $140 |
| SJJIF World Championship Saturday, October 30th, 2021 Arrive 30 minutes before you are scheduled to compete Go to your allocated weight station Weigh-Ins are before your division is scheduled to begin, you must weigh-in for each Gi & NoGi Juvenile and Adult athletes that don’t make weight for their division will be disqualified All divisions are noted if they are Gi or Nogi Make sure to be at assign weight station at the weight-in scheduled time ALL Athletes must have a valid SJJIF membership to compete. Juvenile and Adults competitors must present their Valid SJJIF Membership Card or Digital to compete. **Open Weight divisions may start 45 minutes earlier** |
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| DOORS OPEN | ||||
| 8:00 AM | ||||
| OPENING CEREMONY | ||||
| 8:20 AM | ||||
| Division and Age Groups | Belt | Weigh-In Time | Division Start Time | Weigh Station |
| Special Jiu-Jitsu | All belts (Gi) | TBD | TBD | MAIN |
| Special Jiu-Jitsu | All belts (NoGi) | TBD | TBD | MAIN |
| **Competitors Juvenile and above qualify to compete in the open if they place in their divisions. They must register after they receive their medals at the podium if they wish to compete. If a competitor registered for the Open division and does not show up, the competitor will automatically lose the points earned in his/her respective division. | ||||
SJJIF believes in the importance of conducting our yearly world event as competition is how many of our competitors, professors and staff sustain themselves. Whether it supports athletes in acquiring sponsorship or provides competitors with the motivation to train in preparation of competition which positively impacts gyms and professors, competition is a vital part of our community.
SJJIF also understands the importance of our community’s health and safety and have centered our decisions and comprehensive, multi-layered approach with guidance from public health experts. Below you will find information regarding our safety protocols .
SJJIF COVID-19 Safety Protocols
Due to the constantly changing status of guidelines and health orders SJJIF is constantly evaluating local and federal orders in regards to contact sports and reserve the right to make changes and/or decisions centered around the health and safety of our competitors, professors, and staff.
• In the case of a forced event cancelation the event registration fee will be credited to the competitor or refunded (taxes and fees may apply).
• Athletes that feel uncomfortable in light of COVID-19 safety issues after registering must have purchased insurance during registration to be able to cancel registration and request a credit for a future event (request must be done by email prior to brackets being published).
• Registered competitors that test positive for COVID-19 prior to the event date will receive a credit for a future event.
• SJJIF is not responsible for participants’ other expenses such as, but not limited to; testing, transportation and lodging.
Hotel Information coming soon!
| Age | Period |
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| Adult 18 | 1992 ~ 2003 |
| Gender | Age | Belt | Weight |
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| Male | Adult 18 | White |
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| Male | Adult 18 | BLUE PURPLE |
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| Male | Adult 18 | BROWN BLACK |
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| Gender | Age | Belt | Weight |
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| Female | Adult 18 | White |
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| Female | Adult 18 | BLUE PURPLE |
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| Female | Adult 18 | BROWN BLACK |
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The mission of the SJJIF is to unify and organize existing Sport Jiu-Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Jiu-Jitsu national and/or territorial federations that share the vision of reaching Olympic greatness while preserving the unique history, culture, philosophy, and lineage of our sport.
The SJJIF believes that together, the SJJIF with its National Federations and members, will continue to develop the growing network of likeminded members who envision greater opportunities for our athletes and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as we believe that our athletes deserve an equal right to Olympic greatness!
Together, we will prove that we are a stand-alone sport and gain recognition and admittance into the Olympic program as a competition event of the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, Deaflympics and in all other games of the Olympic cycle.
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