5Dec 2026
White & Blue Belt Round Robin
RISE BJJ · Toronto · Dec 5, 2026
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Up next on the mat.
Tournaments near Vaughan for kids, beginners and seasoned competitors. Competing is always optional, and the team prepares together.
Upcoming
Tournaments near Vaughan.
Ask Coach Joseph which events the team is entering this season.
Event details
5Dec 2026
Youth Cup BJJ Championship
Toronto · Dec 5, 2026
16Jan 2027
Grappling Industries Toronto
Grappling Industries · Toronto · Jan 16, 2027
New events are being added. Check back soon or ask a coach.
Dates come from each organizer’s listing. Always confirm the date, divisions and registration deadline on the organizer’s site before you register.
How the VBJJ team prepares
- Comprehensive classes with harder rounds and competition strategy.
- Kids S&C on Saturdays at 11:30 AM for competitive kids.
- Rules from a referee. Professor Aviado is certified to referee for ADCC, IBJJF, JJIF, SJJIF and OJA.
We host too
On December 8, 2024 the academy opened its new space with the VBJJ Invitational, an in-house tournament with over 140 competitors and around 400 guests. The 2026 edition ran on August 9. Follow @vaughan.bjj for the next one.
First tournament?
Pick a beginner-friendly event, register early, make weight with room to spare and arrive with your coach. Then treat every match as a lesson. Read more on the competition team page.
Recap · August 9, 2026
The 2026 VBJJ Invitational.
Kids, teens and adults competed in front of a full house of families and teammates at the academy.
FAQ
Competition questions
Do I have to compete if I train at Vaughan BJJ?
No. Competing is optional for every member.
Can white belts and kids compete?
Yes. Most tournaments have white belt and kids divisions, and some events, like round-robin formats, are built for newer competitors.
How do I register for a tournament?
Registration happens on each organizer’s website, usually closing one to two weeks before the event. Talk to your coach first so you enter the right division and ruleset.
What is the difference between IBJJF and submission-only events?
IBJJF events score points for positions and finish early on a submission. Submission-only events have no points, so a match is won by submission or a referee decision.
Train with a competition team.
No experience or fitness needed. The team usually confirms within a few hours.