2026 Michigan BJJ Tournaments – Complete Guide
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2026 Michigan BJJ Tournaments – Complete Guide
Want to find every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament in Michigan in 2026?
This guide makes it easy. Use the steps below and save these verified links—you’ll catch every event.
Step 1: Start with Smoothcomp (Master Event Calendar)
Many tournaments post their registration pages on Smoothcomp.
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Go to: Smoothcomp – Upcoming Events
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Search for “Michigan”, or try cities like Detroit, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Frankenmuth, etc.
For example:
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Event listings for Major tournaments such as Grappling Industries, FUJI, NEWBREED often appear there.
Step 2: Track Grappling Industries – Detroit Tournaments
Grappling Industries offers round-robin style events, and Detroit is a key stop:
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Scheduled in Wayne, MI (Hype Recreation Center):
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January 10, 2026
(Proving Grounds BJJ, Grappling Industries) -
April 4, 2026
(Proving Grounds BJJ, Grappling Industries) -
June 27, 2026
(Proving Grounds BJJ, Jiu-Jitsu Blog) -
October 3, 2026
(Proving Grounds BJJ, Grappling Industries, Jiu-Jitsu Blog)
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These are consistently scheduled—bookmark and check Grappling Industries for updates.
Step 3: Monitor FUJI BJJ – Lansing
FUJI BJJ runs a notable event in Lansing:
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Lansing Summer Championship:
Scheduled for October 18, 2025, at Lansing City Arena
(Proving Grounds BJJ, Jiu-Jitsu Blog)
Check their event listings regularly for the 2026 version.
Step 4: Watch NEWBREED – Grand Rapids
NEWBREED organizes major state-level championships:
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Grand Rapids Fall Championship scheduled for October 25, 2025
(Proving Grounds BJJ, Jiu-Jitsu Blog)
Stay tuned for the 2026 iteration via NEWBREED’s event feed.
Step 5: Note Tap Cancer Out – Detroit BJJ Open
A community-driven charity tournament:
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Tap Cancer Out Detroit BJJ Open – November 1, 2025, at HYPE Recreation Center in Wayne
(Proving Grounds BJJ, wecan.tapcancerout.org)
Likely to recur yearly—keep checking the Tap Cancer Out site.
Step 6: Use NAGA – Detroit Listings
NAGA often hosts Detroit grappling tournaments:
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Detroit city hub for NAGA events:
(NAGA Fighter)
Historical examples:
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NAGA Detroit Grappling Championship 2025 – February 22
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There was also an earlier 2024 event at the same venue
(NAGA Fighter)
How to Use This Guide (Simple Steps)
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Start at Smoothcomp—search “Michigan” or “Detroit,” “Grand Rapids,” etc.
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Track Grappling Industries – Detroit (Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct 2026).
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Watch for the FUJI Lansing Championship later in the year.
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Monitor NEWBREED Grand Rapids for winter/fall stops.
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Stay alert for Tap Cancer Out Detroit BJJ Open in late-year.
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Check NAGA Detroit’s city page for new 2026 announcements.
Quick Search Shortcuts
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site:smoothcomp.com Michigan BJJ
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Grappling Industries Detroit 2026
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FUJI Lansing Championship 2026
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NEWBREED Grand Rapids BJJ 2026
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Tap Cancer Out Detroit BJJ 2026
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NAGA Detroit 2026
FAQ – Michigan BJJ 2026
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How many tournaments usually happen here?
Several annual events like Grappling Industries Detroit, FUJI Lansing, NEWBREED Grand Rapids, Tap Cancer Out Detroit, and NAGA Detroit. -
When do dates typically appear?
Most events post 3–6 months ahead. Start checking in late 2025. -
How can I verify an event is real?
Ensure it has a live Smoothcomp registration page or appears on a trusted organizer’s site.
Bottom Line
To track all 2026 Michigan BJJ tournaments:
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Use [Smoothcomp] for live updates
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Monitor Grappling Industries, FUJI, NEWBREED, Tap Cancer Out, NAGA stops
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Bookmark this guide and return often to catch every event as it’s announced.
This makes finding and tracking every Michigan BJJ tournament for 2026 easy and stress-free!