BJJAO

22/09/2026

18/09/2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 🚨
We are looking forward to seeing you all on Sunday for the BJJ Australian Open - Spring 2026.
Brackets and schedule are now published and available for viewing on your smoothcomp profile page.
START TIME: Competitors who are competing at 9am are encouraged to arrive at 8am (NSW time) to allow check-in and weigh-in time before their first match.
We OPEN DOORS and commence weighing-in at 8am.
We will be prioritizing entry for those competing first at 9am.
DYNAMIC SCHEDULE: We recommend being logged in on your mobile device throughout the event to keep track of your matches.
The schedule is dynamic and match times change as the day goes. Please arrive at the event at least an hour before your first match to allow for changes. Competitors must be ready to compete at their mat, half hour before their scheduled match in case we’re running ahead of schedule.
WEIGH-INS: Gi competitors will be weighing in wearing their uniform. Competitors weight has to be exactly on or under the weight limit of their bracket. There will be no weight allowance and failing to make weight will result in an immediate disqualification.
COACHING: No coaches or parents are allowed inside the bull pen except for parents of competitors in the ‘Mighty Might’ age groups (4, 5 and 6yo). Competitors in the ‘Mighty Might’ age groups will be allowed one guardian / coach each to enter the bull pen while they are competing.
SPECTATORS are welcome! $15 at the door. Kids under 12yo are free.
OUTDOOR AREA: Will have food & coffee stalls, music, and if weather allows, it is a great space to relax and recharge between divisions.
UNIFORMS: Merch and equipment stall by will have all your Jiu Jitsu needs available for purchase in the day.
SINGLE USE POLICY: we encourage everyone to bring your reusable water bottles and coffee cups. The venue is now featuring cooled, filtered water fountains, available for free refill.

See you all tomorrow!

14/09/2026

Another great bracket taking shape 🔥

5 athletes already in for the Girls Gi / General / P*e Wee III (9yrs) / -33.2kg division.

Last chance to register.

Spring Australian Open 2026
📍 Byron Bay, NSW
📅 Sunday, September 20

Register now via the link in bio.

13/09/2026

LAST DAY TO REGISTER! 🇦🇺🔥

BJJ AUSTRALIAN OPEN - SPRING 2026 🇦🇺
Sunday, September 20th | Byron Bay | NSW

Standard Registrations close TODAY — Monday, September 14th

Late Registrations close TOMORROW — Tuesday, September 15th.

BJJAO LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP:

Your club / academy name is a condition of membership approval. Please make sure to enter the correct details when registering.

Please allow up to 48 hours for a membership application to be reviewed.

Registrations and full event information are available via the link in our Bio.

Last chance to get in. See you Sunday! 👊🇦🇺

11/09/2026

3 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER! 🇦🇺🔥

The SPRING AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026 is almost here.

📍 Byron Bay, NSW
📅 Sunday, September 20

REGISTRATION DEADLINES

Standard Rates: Monday, September 14
Late Registrations: Tuesday, September 15

5x STAR RANKING POINTS EVENT

🥇 1st Place — 45 points
🥈 2nd Place — 15 points
🥉 3rd Place — 5 points

BJJAO LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP

Your correct club / academy name is a condition of membership approval. Please make sure your academy details are entered correctly when applying.

Please allow up to 48 hours for membership applications to be reviewed.

Registration, membership and full event information are available via the link in our bio.

Only 3 days left to secure your spot.

See you in Byron Bay! 🇦🇺🔥

10/09/2026

THE NEW MEDALS ARE HERE 🔥🔥🔥
FINAL DAYS TO REGISTER!

Who’s taking home one of these baddies!?🥇🥈🥉

🇦🇺 SPRING AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026
📍 Byron Bay, NSW
📅 Sunday, September 20

REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
Standard Rates: Monday, Sep 14
Late Registration: Tuesday, Sep 15

⭐️ 5x STAR RANKING POINTS EVENT

🥇 1st Place — 45 points
🥈 2nd Place — 15 points
🥉 3rd Place — 5 points

BJJAO LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP:
Your club / academy name is required for membership approval, so please make sure you enter the correct details when registering.

Please allow up to 48 hours for membership applications to be reviewed.

🔗 Registrations & event info via the link in bio.

Looking forward to another big one! 👊🔥

09/09/2026

💰 $250 CASH PRIZE — BEST SUBMISSION 🔥

THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE CHALLENGE IS BACK!

Think you can hit the submission of the day at the SPRING AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026? 🇦🇺

🏆 $250 CASH for Best Submission

Proudly sponsored by &

HOW TO ENTER:

🎥 Make sure your matches are recorded.

If you hit a great submission, send your match footage to our Instagram inbox in downloadable format.

The top videos will be posted and the winner will be decided by the people’s choice (voting poll).

📍 Byron Bay, NSW
📅 Sunday, September 20

Registrations are open now.

Link in bio or visit our website.

Bring the action. Make it count. 👊🔥

08/09/2026

💰NO-GI CASH DIVISIONS💰

WIN UP TO $600 CASH
Men’s & Women’s.

INTERMEDIATE
IBJJF Blue / Purple Belt Rules

ADVANCED
IBJJF Brown / Black Belt Rules

🏆 WINNER OF EACH BRACKET TAKES HOME UP TO $600 CASH

This is where the No-Gi athletes come to test themselves.

Bring the pressure. Bring the pace. Put your game on the line.

🔥 SPRING AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026 🇦🇺
📍 Byron Bay, NSW
📅 Sunday, September 20th

REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN NOW.

🔗 Register via bjjao.com

Who’s taking the cash? 👀

07/09/2026

ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER! 🇦🇺

The SPRING AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026 is almost here.

📍 Byron Bay, NSW
📅 Sunday, September 20

REGISTRATION DEADLINES
Standard Rates: Monday, September 14
Late Registrations: Tuesday, September 15

5x STAR RANKING POINTS EVENT

🥇 1st Place — 45 points
🥈 2nd Place — 15 points
🥉 3rd Place — 5 points

BJJAO LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP

Your correct club / academy name is a condition of membership approval. Please make sure your academy details are entered correctly when applying.

Please allow up to 48 hours for membership applications to be reviewed.

Registration, membership and full event information are available via the link in our bio or at www.bjjao.com

Looking forward to another big one! 🇦🇺🔥

06/09/2026

Leadership from the sidelines 🙏🏽

Behind every team and every athlete is a coach providing guidance, preparation and support — both in training and in the moments that matter most on competition day.

We look forward to seeing you all in action in two weeks.

2026 BJJAO Spring Australian Open
Sunday September 20th
Registrations are open
See you on the mats.