BOISE
JAN · 9 · 2027
4 fights guaranteed. One day, one mat area, official IBJJF refereeing. Stop paying travel and entry just to lose once and drive home.
- 4Fights
- IBJJFRuleset
- $90Early entry
Why Boise
Where records are built — not lost in 4 minutes
Most events knock you out in round one. Here, every athlete gets real mat time.
You fight. For real.
No more flying out just to lose once. Round Robin pools mean you face every athlete in your bracket.
More mat time in one day
Four real matches with IBJJF refs — more live rounds than three months of class rolls combined.
IBJJF standard
Scoring, time and refereeing to the world's largest federation standard. No improvisation.
Podium hardware
You don't leave with a participation sticker
Every podium spot takes home a full-size die-struck medal on the 2027 United Grappling ribbon — heavyweight metal, gold detailing and the diamond emblem your athlete actually wants to hang on the wall.
- Full-size medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in every division
- Team trophy for the academy with the most podiums
- Live brackets and results published the same day
Right event for you?
Built for athletes — and the families who back them
Boise is for you if…
- The athlete has trained at least 3 months and is ready to test their game in a real bracket
- You're tired of paying travel, hotel and entry just to see the athlete lose in 4 minutes
- You want guaranteed mat time — multiple matches, official IBJJF refs, real competition record
- You want a safe, professional environment: medical staff on-site, certified refs, clear rules
It's NOT for you if…
- You're looking for casual open-mat rolls or a social training day
- You only want to watch — grab a spectator ticket at the door instead
- The athlete just started training and isn't comfortable in live sparring yet
- You expect a no-rules submission-only format — this event follows official IBJJF ruleset
Schedule
One day. Don't miss a minute.
- 08:00Doors open
- 08:15Weigh-ins start
- 08:30Division corrections
- 09:00Opening · US National Anthem
- 09:10Kids Division — Gi
- 11:00Adults — Start
- 4–5 PMFinals · Podium · Wrap-up
- Kids — Round RobinRound Robin applies when a division has 5+ athletes. Below 5, it switches to Double Elimination.
- Adults White Belt — Double EliminationTwo chances. One loss doesn't end your day.
- Adults Blue Belt & Up — Single EliminationChampionship bracket. Win or go home.
Spread the word
Official event flyer
Print it for your academy wall or share it with your team — everything they need to know about Boise, January 9.
- Dates, pricing deadlines and venue address
- IBJJF ruleset and division breakdown
- Ready to print in A4 / Letter
Athlete voices
The United energy
Trusted by athletes from
"Walked out with 4 matches, 2 submissions and a real read on my game. This format changes everything."
"Professional from start to finish. True IBJJF organization — and unreal arena energy."
"The event I wished existed when I started. Real fight volume is what's missing on the circuit."
Zero risk. All upside.
We back the event with three real guarantees. If we don't deliver, you don't pay.
Full refund 3 days before
Change of plans? Get 100% of your money back up to January 6.
Refund or voucher if you don't fight
If for any reason you don't get matches on event day — your choice: full refund or voucher for the next United Grappling event.
Official IBJJF refereeing
Same rules, time and scoring as the world's biggest federation. No improvisation, no “gym tournament” vibes.
Registration
Price goes up twice before January
- 4 official matches guaranteed — no “lose once and go home”
- IBJJF-standard refereeing: your result counts as real competition record
- Bracket by belt and weight — fair fights, no mismatches
- Gi + No-Gi included in the same price — two shots at gold
- Full-size podium medals and same-day published results
- Full-day competitor area access
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FAQ
Common questions
What does “4 guaranteed fights” mean?
For Kids, Juvenile, Adult and Master White Belt divisions, we guarantee 4 matches — 2 no-gi and 2 gi, regardless of which format you register for. For Blue Belt and above, we guarantee 2 matches, as those divisions run Single Elimination.
Where exactly is the event?
Treasure Valley Athletic Center — 1251 E Piper Ct, Meridian, ID 83642. Roughly 20 minutes from Boise Airport (BOI), just off I-84, with free on-site parking.
I've never competed before. Is this event for me?
Absolutely. White Belt adult divisions run on Double Elimination — two chances, one loss doesn't end your day. Round Robin pools (Kids and 5+ athlete divisions) guarantee you fight everyone in your bracket. It's the ideal first-competition format.
How does pricing work?
Early registration is $90 through November 6, 2026. It goes to $110 through December 7, and $130 through January 6, 2027. Registration closes January 6 — there is no at-the-door registration.
Do I need an IBJJF membership?
No. We use IBJJF rules but don't require membership.
Is there a separate division for women?
Yes — women have their own divisions by belt and weight, with the same Round Robin / Double Elimination format.
Is there a Kids division?
Yes — Kids start at 9:10 AM (weigh-ins begin at 8:15 AM). Divisions by age, weight and rank.
Can I compete in both Gi and No-Gi?
Yes — Gi and No-Gi are included in the same registration. You can compete in one or both formats at no extra cost.
What if I get injured during a match?
Medical staff is on-site all day. If you're cleared to continue, you do; if not, the medical team decides. If you have to withdraw mid-event due to injury, you'll receive a voucher for a future United Grappling event.
What if I don't make weight? Am I disqualified?
No — you have a 3 lb tolerance. If you miss weight, you'll be moved up to the next division. Weigh in at least 30 minutes before your division starts so we can update the bracket.
Can I bring spectators?
Yes — spectator tickets are sold at the door. Kids under 8 are free.
How do refunds work?
Full refund guaranteed up to 3 days before the event. If for any reason you don't get matches on event day, you'll receive a voucher for a future United Grappling event or a full refund — your choice.
January 9. 4 fights
guaranteed.
$90 early price ends Nov 6 · Full refund up to Jan 6 · IBJJF refereeing