🏆 Competition Team

Tournament Information

Everything you need to know about competing as a Hooked student — from rules to registration to how we support our competitors.

Tournaments at Hooked

Compete When You're Ready

Tournaments are optional competitive events that allow students to test their skills, gain experience, and challenge themselves in a structured environment outside of regular training.

While tournaments aren't required for every student, they can be incredibly beneficial for those who are interested in competition, personal growth, and higher-level training goals.

Participation is always a personal choice and should align with the student's interests, readiness, and goals — not pressure from anyone else.

🎯 Our coaches evaluate readiness individually and will always give families honest guidance before any registration decision is made.

Participation

Are Tournaments Required?

Tournaments are not mandatory for all students. The majority of our members train for fitness, fun, and self-defense — and never compete in a formal tournament. That's completely valid.

However, for students pursuing a competition-focused path or training on the competition team, tournament participation may be expected at certain stages. Coaches will always communicate expectations clearly and help families decide what makes the most sense for each individual student.

If you're curious about competing, the best first step is a conversation with a coach — before or after class, or at the front desk.

Rulebooks

Rules & Governing Bodies

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo tournaments follow specific rules depending on the event and organization. Students and families are encouraged to review the rules for any tournament before registering. If anything is unclear, coaches are always available to explain how the rules apply.

Below are the most common organizations we compete under. Each link provides official rules.

IBJJF

Competition Rules

ibjjf.com/open/pages/competition-rules

NewBreed

Rules

newbreedbjj.com/rules

NAGA

Rules & Divisions

nagafighter.com/rules-divisions

American Grappling Federation

Rules

americangrapplingfederation.com/rules

Coach Support

How We Support Our Competitors

Stepping into a tournament can feel intimidating — especially the first time. Our coaches walk alongside every student who competes, making sure they're prepared, confident, and supported from registration to the final match.

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Readiness Assessment

Coaches evaluate each student individually and provide honest feedback on whether they're competition-ready.

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Registration Guidance

We help families navigate Smoothcomp, choose the right division, and understand the registration process.

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Competition Prep Training

Friday competition team sessions are available for students actively preparing for an upcoming event.

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Day-Of Coaching

Coaches attend events when possible to corner, warm up, and debrief with students on the day of competition.

Registration Platform

We Use Smoothcomp

All tournament registration and tracking is handled through Smoothcomp — the platform used by most major grappling organizations. Creating a free account is quick and easy.

📅 View upcoming tournaments

✍️ Register for events

🏆 Track brackets & results

📍 Access event details & schedules

Visit Smoothcomp →

Is It Right for You?

How to Know If a Tournament Is a Good Fit

Not every tournament is right for every student. Before committing, coaches will help families work through the key considerations:

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Readiness and eligibility for the division

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Time commitment required for preparation

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What preparation and expectations look like

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Costs involved (registration, travel, gear)

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Safety considerations for the event format

Our goal is to make sure students are prepared, confident, and supported — whatever they decide.

Questions or Interest?

If you or your child are interested in tournaments, the best next step is a conversation. Speak with a coach before or after class, or ask at the front desk. We're happy to walk you through the options.