COLORADO'S PREMIER JIU JITSU COMPETITION
Next Event:
Saturday, July 11th.
To All Athletes, Coaches, Families, and Fans
We are incredibly grateful for your continued dedication to our community and are excited to invite you to participate in the upcoming Solid Series Summer Open BJJ tournament! This event is a special opportunity for both kids and adults to experience competition in a safe, fun, and supportive environment.
Your commitment to growth—both on and off the mats—is truly inspiring, and we sincerely thank you for being part of this journey with us. Whether it’s your first time competing or you’re already familiar with tournaments, our goal is to ensure that everyone walks away from this event with great memories and a sense of accomplishment, no matter the outcome.
Thank you for your enthusiasm and participation—we can’t wait to share this exciting day with all of you!
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2026 Summer Open Tournament Info
Event Location & Parking
Check-In, Wristbands, and Spectator Tickets
Wristbands are required for entry and are distributed as follows:
- All athletes receive a red wristband at specific weigh-in locations. If your location does not have wristbands, you will need to pick them up at the check in desk.
- Minor athletes (under 18) also receive 2 green spectator wristbands for parents or guardians.
- Coaches: Each Academy will be allowed 10 coach wristbands. Coaches will sign in under their Academy at the check-in desk. Once 10 spots are filled the remaining coach will need to pay. Please discuss with your team in advance.
- Volunteers, Sponsors & Staff pick up a blue wristband at the volunteer table.
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Additional Spectators:
- Extra green wristbands available for $15 on the Solid Series Website or $20 at the door.
- Kids 10 & under: Wristband is required but free.
Event Schedule, Weigh-in, and Wristband Pick Up Locations
Weigh-Ins
Friday, July 10th 4 PM - 7 PM.
Athletes: Receive one red wristband.
Minors: Receive two green spectator wristbands in addition to the red athlete wristband.
Satellite Weigh-In Locations (No wristbands issued at these sites).
TBD.
⚠️ Important
If you cannot make it to a Friday weigh-in, please email us at info@solidseriesevents.com. Anyone who does not receive their wristband on Friday will need to pick it up at the Check-In Table on event day.
Tournament Day
Saturday, July 11th 2026
Schedule:
- 8:00 AM - Doors Open
Kids:
- 8:30 AM - Kids Warm-Up (All Ages Welcome)
- Between 8:30 & 9:00 AM – Kids & Teens Matches Begin
Adults:
- ~1:00–2:00 PM – Adult Matches Begin
- Exact match times posted on Smoothcomp
- Times are estimates—refresh Smoothcomp regularly for live updates
⏰ Required Arrival Times
Everyone should arrive at least 1 hour before their first scheduled match.
What to Do on Event Day
All competitors will have completed check-in and weigh-ins on Friday.
No additional check-in is required on Saturday.
When You Arrive:
- Show your wristband at the entrance
- Head to warm-up mats or spectator seating
- Need additional spectator passes? Visit the Tournament Check-In Table
🔁 Match Time Flexibility
- Matches may run earlier or later than posted
- Missed match?
- We’ll do our best to fit you in
- If no match is possible, you’ll receive a future event credit or full refund
🪑 Mat-Side Seating
- Each mat has one chair per side for the coach or parent of the active competitor
- No other individuals are allowed inside the mat area during matches
🥋 Athletes: What to Bring
We recommend arriving early to allow time for check-in, warm-up, and getting settled.
- A clean, properly fitted gi
- Rash guard and shorts (for No-Gi divisions)
- A mouthpiece (strongly recommended)
- A positive attitude and team spirit
- Early Bird Bonus: If you registered by Friday, May 8th at 11:59 PM, pick up your free Solid Open t-shirt at check-in
📎 Event Links:
🧑🏫 Coaches: What to Bring
- A calm, focused mindset
- Encouragement and presence to support athletes throughout the day
🏅 Custom Medals
- 🥇 1st, 🥈 2nd, and 🥉 3rd place finishers will receive custom Solid Open medals
- ⚠️ Medals must be picked up at the event (no mail-outs or holds)
Bracket, Match Formatting, the Smoothcomp App
- After weigh-ins on Friday night, our team works diligently to finalize everyone’s brackets.
- This process can take several hours, so please plan on checking Smoothcomp early Saturday morning for your finalized divisions and match times.
- Download the Smoothcomp App
- All brackets, schedules, and live updates will be managed through smoothcomp. To follow your division in real time, download the official app from your devices app store before the event day.
- Pro tip: Enable notifications in the app so you'll get real-time updates when it's your turn to compete!
Each division registration guarantees two matches.
| Bracket Size | Format |
|---|---|
| 2 Competitors | Best 2 out of 3 |
| 3 Competitors | Round Robin |
| 4 Competitors | Double Elimination |
| 5+ Competitors | Double Elimination |
*If an athlete ends up in a bracket by themselves, the Solid Series team will reach out the week of the tournament to see if they’d like to move up by age (for kids), weight, or rank. We’ll do our best to honor your preference and ensure everyone gets meaningful matches.
Downloading the Smoothcomp App
All brackets, schedules, and live updates for the Solid Series Summer Open will be managed through Smoothcomp.
To follow your division in real time, download the official app before event day.
How to Download the Smoothcomp App:
iPhone (iOS)
- Open the App Store.
- Search for "Smoothcomp".
- Tap Download or Get, then open the app.
Android
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Search for "Smoothcomp"
- Tap Install, then open the app.
Once installed, create or log into your Smoothcomp account, then search for “Solid Series Summer Open” to view brackets, bout order, and live results.
Pro Tip: Enable notifications in the app so you’ll get real-time updates when it’s your turn to compete!
Rules & Format
The Solid Open follows a slightly modified version of the IBJJF ruleset to ensure a safe, fair, and enjoyable experience for all competitors. Please review the adjustments below:
Tigers Kids Matches (Ages 4–12)
We allow a few additional submissions not typically permitted in standard IBJJF Kids tournaments:
- Omoplata
- Ezekiel Choke
- Head & Arm Choke
These techniques are permitted to give young athletes more opportunities to showcase their skills. Referees will monitor these matches closely to ensure safety at all times.
Adult & Masters No-Gi (Brown/Black Belt Divisions)
The following leg entanglements and submissions are permitted:
- Reaps
- Cross Ashi and its variants
- Heel Hook submissions
- Clover Leaf submissions
These techniques allow for more advanced competition in the higher-level No-Gi divisions while maintaining controlled oversight from referees.
General Rules for All Competitors
- Points System: We use the standard IBJJF scoring system
- Points awarded for guard passes, mounts, back control, takedowns, sweeps, and submission attempts
- Points awarded for guard passes, mounts, back control, takedowns, sweeps, and submission attempts
- No Advantages:
- Unlike the IBJJF, we do not award advantages
- Unlike the IBJJF, we do not award advantages
Matches will be decided only by points or submission, promoting a clear and decisive outcome
Our priority is safety, sportsmanship, and a positive experience for every competitor. Referees will maintain close oversight—especially in youth divisions—to ensure fair and respectful matches.
Spirit of the Event
The Solid Open is all about:
- Enjoying the experience: Compete in a supportive environment
- Kindness & camaraderie: Respect on and off the mats
- Having fun: Celebrate every effort—not just the win
Parents:
Please help us keep the atmosphere positive by cheering for all competitors and making every athlete feel encouraged and valued.
We can’t wait to see you there for a day full of smiles, growth, and great memories!
Coaches:
What We Expect From You: While our coaches are cornering the competitors and coaching them through the match, please allow for the coaches voice to be the main source of information. We know it is incredibly exciting to watch your kiddos compete, but ensuring that they can hear what the coach is telling them to do will yield a strong student/coach relationship.
Questions?
If you have any concerns or would like clarification on specific rules, feel free to reach out before tournament day. We’re happy to help!
Info@solidseriesevents.com
Local Community
- Gi & No-Gi divisions
- Guaranteed matches with double elimination format
- Family & upper belt discounts
- Professional referees and staff
- Welcoming environment for first-time competitors and seasoned athletes
