Welcome to Rockford, Illinois, a destination where championship competition meets authentic Midwest hospitality. Conveniently located just 90 minutes from Chicago and Milwaukee and within easy reach of Madison, Rockford combines top-tier sports facilities with a vibrant community, making it an ideal destination for tournaments and events of every size.

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At [GoRockford](https://www.gorockford.com/), we're more than a destination marketing organization. We're your event partner. Our team is committed to helping you every step of the way, providing personalized support to ensure your event is seamless, successful, and memorable for every athlete, coach, and fan.

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FUJI BJJ presents the Rockford Winter Open. We are dedicated to bringing you the best tournament experience possible. Our tournament series offer divisions for any age, weight, skill level, as well as GI and NOGI divisions.

**TOURNAMENT DETAILS:** 

**Date:** 12/12/2026

**Venue:** Sports Factory

**Address:** 305 S Madison St, Rockford, IL 61104

**Format:** Depending on the bracket size we offer best of three, round robin, and modified double elimination brackets to ensure everyone gets more than one match.

**Age Standards:** Age 4 and Up

**All States Welcome!**

## IMPORTANT DATES

Early Bird registration deadline: 31 Oct (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 28 Nov (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 08 Dec (11:59 pm)

Check Day (last day to change weight without fee) is the Wednesday before the event.

Merging of uncontested divisions will happen the Wednesday before the event.

The schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

Doors Open/Weigh-ins begin: Day of event (8:00 am)

Matches Begin: Day of event (9:00 am)

You have up to one hour to weigh-in prior to the start of your division. Please update and check Smoothcomp as times may change based on bracket restructuring or how fast/slow the competition is going.

## SPECTATOR FEE:

All spectators over the age of 12 years old must have a spectator pass.  Passes may be purchased at the door upon entry of the venue.

* Spectator fee: $20.

**Each academy will receive at least 1 free coaches pass. The amount of free passes depends on how many students from that academy are registered for the event. At least 1 free pass per 5 students will be available. Coaches do not need to message in before the event.** 

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## QUESTIONS/NEED HELP:

• For all inquiries regarding making edits to your registrations, weigh-ins, division merging, etc. please see our [FAQ HERE](https://fujibjj.com/pages/competition-rules)

 • For rules info see our full [Rule Set HERE](https://fujibjj.com/pages/competition-rules) 

For Questions not answered in the links given above:

Email Cori Hardy at [cori@fujibjj.com](mailto\:cori@fujibjj.com)

FUJI BJJ Rockford Winter Open

The FUJI Jiu-Jitsu Championships is a nation-wide tournament series. FUJI BJJ was founded by Royler Gracie Black Belt and Pan American Champion, JW Wright. JW has been hosting jiu-jitsu events for over 15 years throughout the Midwest. 

FUJI BJJ currently has ten regions throughout the United States and we are partnered with some of the best competitors and academies around!

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With its grand opening in 2016, this new indoor sports facility spotlights 108,000 square-feet (96,000 square feet of hard court surface) of space for your upcoming tournament. One of the largest facilities in the Midwest, the venue is comprised of eight basketball courts, 16 volleyball courts, 16 wrestling mats and accommodations for other indoor sports. With a maximum capacity of 3,700 spectators, UW Health Sports Factory spotlights north and south courts, and a cham-pions court with seating for up to 400 people. Spacious outdoor areas overlook the Rock River with a south patio area. A full-service sports restaurant with a dazzling 180-degree view of the river and north and south courts seats 160 guests, ideal for downtime in between games. Com-fortable meeting spaces provide ample room for visitors, with the lower meeting room seating up to 50 people, while the upper meeting room seats up to 14 people. The main level is composed of a lobby area, offices and concessions, ideal for families to kill time throughout a long tournament. Parking is conveniently available with up to 451 spaces.


Sports Factory

WoodSpring Suites® Loves Park - Rockford is a smartly-designed extended stay hotel conveniently located near I-90. Our reliable accommodations help you feel at home with free WiFi and free parking throughout your stay. Whether you are visiting for a few days, one week, a month or longer, our affordable hotel rates help you maintain your budget so you can relax and enjoy your time in Loves Park, IL. As our guest, you’ll enjoy great amenities like an in-room kitchen, fitness studio and housekeeping every other week. If you find yourself needing additional cleaning or linen exchange, just ask our front desk to provide these services for a small fee. Our pet-friendly hotel means you can bring your favorite four-legged friend along, and the convenience of a guest laundry facility means you can take care of the washing when you need it.

WoodSpring Suites Loves Park - Rockford

We're located one block from I-90 just one mile from Mercyhealth Sportscore Two, Javon Bea Hospital - Riverside and Swedish American Regional Cancer Center. Our pet-friendly suites feature a working wall, fully-equipped kitchen and spacious bathroom. Breakfast and WiFi are included in your stay as well as access to our fitness center and indoor heated pool.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Loves Park Rockford

Quality Inn & Suites of Loves Park is the perfect place to find comfortable and relaxing accommodations for the business traveler. It offers free deluxe continental breakfast, unlimited in-room high-speed Internet access, a unique business office to accommodate all of your needs, complimentary USA Today, indoor pool and fitness center to relax your mind, and many other services included in a great price.

Quality Inn & Suites Loves Park

Great location off I-90. As with all Holiday Inn Express hotels, our ample complimentary “HOT" Breakfast Bar and Simply Smart baths are the leaders in the industry. Complimentary WiFi and hard wired internet are included. Offers 119 beautiful rooms equipped with a mini refrigerator and microwave. A Board room and small Meeting Room are available, along with a fully equipped business center. We also have a heated swimming pool and whirlpool with outside patio and grills, and a cardiovascular fitness center. We are a pet friendly hotel.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rockford-Loves Park, an IHG Hotel

The park campground has 199 electric sites in 4 area, Prairie View, White Oak, Plum Grove and Stag Horn and 55 non-electric sites in our Hickory Hills area. There are two shower houses with flush toilets centrally located in the campground. The shower houses are only open May 1 - October 31. They close for the winter season each November 1.

The dump station is located shortly after you enter the campground.

Make sure you grab a campground map at the permit station or download one from the website. This map will indicate trash bins, shower houses, water hydrants, and camp store.

The camp store is located in the center of the campground, near the Plum Grove camping area. They carry ice, firewood, ice cream, coffee, snacks and other sundry or grocery items. Hours of operations are posted at the camp store or in a brochure given to campers when the register.

We have an equestrian camping area with primitive camping without showers and electricity. This area has maximum area capacity of 40 people.

Rock Cut State Park Campground

Purchased in 1924, the preserve is located on the north bank of the Rock River and bisected by Dry Run Creek. The preserve was once a camping area of Stephen Mack, the county's first European settler, and Hononegah, his Native American wife. Upon entering the preserve, campers will enjoy the drive over the Rainbow Bridge and up into the cool maple grove. The Winnebago Indian Campground has campsites interspersed in a mature stand of white oaks and hickories. A launch for fishing boat access to the Rock River is available. The campground is located 2 miles from antique shopping & public pool in downtown Rockton and the Macktown Golf Course. Grocery shopping nearby. Host on duty in campground May-October. There are 60 sites (5-50 amp and 42-30 amp), dump station, horseshoe pits, & playground.

Hononegah Forest Preserve

Purchased in 1930, this preserve is one of the most serene and pleasant areas in the County. The preserve is bisected by Grove Creek, which has high limestone bluffs on its north and south sides. The campsites are interspersed in a majestic stand of bur oaks. Located just off Highway 20, Seward Bluffs is two miles south of Pecatonica and the Winnebago County Fairgrounds, and is also an excellent overnight area for traveling campers. Host on duty in campground May-October. There are 60 sites (11-50 amp & 49-30 amp), dump station, horseshoe pits, & playground.

Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve

Barrel Stay at Hidden Creek Estates — a collection of five private King Suites set across 77 acres of peaceful estate property. Designed with a calm, wabi-sabi approach, each suite features warm natural textures, a plush king bed, heated bathroom floors, a tiled walk-in shower, and a private rear patio overlooking quiet natural surroundings. Guests also enjoy a Fellow coffee maker, mini refrigerator, microwave, strong WiFi, Public Goods bath amenities, and shared access to the sauna. Located just a short walk from our on-estate restaurant, wine bar, scenic trails, and pond views, Barrel Stay offers a quiet and comfortable escape designed for slowing down.

Hidden Creek Estates

Located near the Illinois-Wisconsin state line in South Beloit, IL, Pearl Lake has that same nature-rich look and feel of upstate Wisconsin but with the conveniences of a large metropolitan area. Whether it’s a weekend retreat, a week-long getaway, or a seasonal home-away-from-home, Pearl Lake offers RVers and campers the perfect venue. Each campsite features water and electric hook-ups (30 amp and/or 50 amp service). With your stay at Pearl Lake you’ll also enjoy such amenities as a modern bathhouse, lake fishing, private beach access, scuba diving, and so much more. Diving weekends only thru Dive Shops. Enjoy our sandy beach and clear lake! Open to the public with a daily beach pass. No Lifeguards on Duty. Swim at your own risk.

Pearl Lake Beach

Most of the developed portion of this preserve is built on a large sand terrace overlooking the Sugar River. Purchased in 1925, workers in the Public Works Administration program built stone walls and the picturesque Riverview Shelterhouse. The pine tree campground has individual campsites nestled throughout a large pine plantation. A shower house is available. The preserve also offers primitive camping along the river’s edge. Canoes can be launched near the camping area. A scenic hiking trail loop meanders through this unique preserve and takes the hiker through a variety of natural features. Host on duty in campground May-October. There are 80 sites (5-50 amp, 58-30 amp, & 12 primitive), dump station, playground, basketball, volleyball, & horseshoe pits.

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