2026 Arizona BJJ Tournaments – The Complete Guide

Looking for every BJJ tournament in Arizona in 2026?
Use this page. It shows where to look so you don’t miss a single event.

The trick is simple: check these sources often. They are the places organizers use.

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Step 1: Start on Smoothcomp (the master calendar)

Most U.S. tournaments live on Smoothcomp. Search there first.

• Smoothcomp – Upcoming events: smoothcomp.com/en/events/upcoming (Smoothcomp)

Tip: In the search box, type “Arizona” or cities like Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tucson, Gilbert. You’ll see official pages with dates, prices, rules, and registration. (Smoothcomp)

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Step 2: Check Arizona’s home league (AZBJJL)

AZBJJL runs the big in-state events (State Championship, Southwest Classic, AZ International Open).

• AZBJJL official site: azbjjl.com (azbjjl.com)

• AZBJJL on Smoothcomp (calendar): azbjjf.smoothcomp.com (azbjjf.smoothcomp.com)

• About AZBJJL’s mission (state org): About AZBJJL (azbjjl.com)

(Why this matters: AZBJJL posts dates early and uses Smoothcomp for sign-ups. Past and upcoming event pages confirm venues like Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa.) (azbjjf.smoothcomp.com)

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Step 3: Check the big national organizers (they visit AZ)

These brands run many U.S. events and often stop in Arizona:

• NAGA (North American Grappling Association)
  • Arizona city hub: NAGA Phoenix
  • Example: NAGA Phoenix Championship page (Gilbert): Event detail (NAGA Fighter)

• FUJI BJJ
  • National events page: FUJI BJJ Events (FUJI BJJ)

• Grappling Industries
  • Events page (shows PHOENIX when active): GI Events (Grappling Industries)

• AGF (American Grappling Federation)
  • National schedule: AGF Tournaments (IBJJF)

• The Good Fight (sub-only)
  • All tournaments hub: The Good Fight (The Good Fight)

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Step 4: Watch major federation calendars (often list Phoenix)

• IBJJF official calendar (look for Phoenix Open / Kids / No-Gi when posted):
  ibjjf.com/events/calendar (IBJJF)
  (Example proof Phoenix appears on IBJJF schedules/results.) (IBJJF Database, IBJJF)

• ADCC Opens – USA (official ADCC series):
  adcc-official.com/pages/adcc-open-united-states (Eventbrite)

• AJP Tour (global circuit; check U.S. dates):
  ajptour.com (Phoenix Convention Center)

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Step 5: Check Arizona venue calendars (early clues)

Sometimes the venue publishes the date before registration opens.

• Arizona Athletic Grounds (Mesa) – big multisport complex used by AZBJJL & others
  • Site: azgrounds.com • Events calendar: azgrounds.com/calendar (Arizona Athletic Grounds)

• Phoenix Convention Center (downtown) – major expo/competition space
  • Events: phoenixconventioncenter.com/events (Phoenix Convention Center)

• WestWorld of Scottsdale – large halls/arenas used by many sports
  • Events: westworldaz.com/upcoming-events (WestWorld of Scottsdale)

• Tucson Convention Center / Tucson Arena – southern AZ option
  • Events: tucsonconventioncenter.com/events-tickets (tucsonconventioncenter.com)

If you see “martial arts,” “grappling,” or “jiu-jitsu” on a venue calendar, watch for the Smoothcomp link to go live soon after. (Arizona Athletic Grounds)

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How to use this page (super simple)

1. Search Smoothcomp for “Arizona” and city names.

2. Check AZBJJL (they run the main state events).

3. Check the big brands (NAGA, FUJI, Grappling Industries, AGF, Good Fight).

4. Peek at venue calendars for early date hints.

5. Check IBJJF / ADCC / AJP for Phoenix-area listings.

Do this in order, and you will catch every Arizona tournament.

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Copy-and-paste searches (save these)

• site:smoothcomp.com Arizona

• site:smoothcomp.com Phoenix BJJ

• site:smoothcomp.com Mesa BJJ

• site:nagafighter.com Phoenix

• site:azbjjl.com tournament

These pull up live and soon-to-be-live pages. (Smoothcomp, NAGA Fighter, azbjjl.com)

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Quick-verify checklist (before you pay)

• Official page? It should be on Smoothcomp or the organizer’s own site (AZBJJL, NAGA, FUJI, GI, AGF, IBJJF). (azbjjf.smoothcomp.com, NAGA Fighter, FUJI BJJ, Grappling Industries, IBJJF)

• Clear venue + date? Cross-check the venue calendar if you want extra proof (AAG / Phoenix CC / WestWorld / TCC). (Arizona Athletic Grounds, Phoenix Convention Center, WestWorld of Scottsdale, tucsonconventioncenter.com)

• Rules/divisions posted? Real events list this on the registration page. (IBJJF & NAGA also post rules on their sites.) (IBJJF, NAGA Fighter)

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FAQ – Arizona BJJ in 2026

How many tournaments will Arizona have?
It changes each year. But with AZBJJL plus NAGA/FUJI/GI/IBJJF, there are usually many chances to compete. Check the links above often. (azbjjf.smoothcomp.com, NAGA Fighter, FUJI BJJ, Grappling Industries, IBJJF)

Where do most events happen?
Phoenix/Mesa/Scottsdale area, with some in Tucson. Watch Arizona Athletic Grounds and the big city venues listed here. (Arizona Athletic Grounds, Phoenix Convention Center, WestWorld of Scottsdale, tucsonconventioncenter.com)

How early do dates go live?
Many events post 3–8 months ahead. Some post earlier. Smoothcomp and AZBJJL are your fastest signals. (Smoothcomp, azbjjf.smoothcomp.com)

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Bottom line

To find all 2026 Arizona BJJ tournaments:

• Start at Smoothcomp. (Smoothcomp)

• Check AZBJJL and the big organizers (NAGA, FUJI, GI, AGF). (azbjjf.smoothcomp.com, NAGA Fighter, FUJI BJJ, Grappling Industries, IBJJF)

• Watch venue calendars (AAG, Phoenix CC, WestWorld, TCC). (Arizona Athletic Grounds, Phoenix Convention Center, WestWorld of Scottsdale, tucsonconventioncenter.com)

• Look at IBJJF / ADCC / AJP for Phoenix-area dates. (IBJJF, Eventbrite, Phoenix Convention Center)

Bookmark this page. Check the links. You’ll be ready for every tournament in Arizona in 2026.