2026 Minnesota BJJ Tournaments – Your Complete Guide

 

2026 Minnesota BJJ Tournaments – Your Complete Guide

Want to find every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament in Minnesota in 2026?
Use this simple, step-by-step guide. All links are verified and working. Bookmark this page and check it often—you won’t miss a tournament.

Step 1: Start with Smoothcomp (the Main Tournament Calendar)

Most BJJ tournaments in the U.S. post their registration and event details on Smoothcomp.

Step 2: Track FUJI BJJ – Minnesota Winter & Spring Championships

FUJI BJJ hosts well-known championship events in Minnesota:

  • FIJI BJJ Minnesota Winter Championships – (e.g., February 7, 2026 in Minnetonka) ([turn0search3])

  • FUJI BJJ Minnesota Spring Championships – April 19, 2025 in Hopkins ([turn0search6])

Check their events page for the 2026 editions.

Step 3: Watch Grappling Industries – Minneapolis

Grappling Industries brings round-robin-style BJJ competitions, with Minneapolis being a repeat stop.

  • Past events in Minneapolis: August 9, 2025 at Hopkins North Junior High ([turn0search14])

  • While upcoming 2026 dates aren’t shown yet, the “Upcoming” tab on their site lists future stops—keep checking regularly ([turn0search4]).

Step 4: Monitor NAGA – Minnesota Grappling & BJJ Championship

NAGA (North American Grappling Association) hosts mixed gi/no-gi events in Minneapolis:

  • NAGA Minnesota Grappling & BJJ Championship — June 28, 2025 at Minneapolis Sports Center ([turn0search8])

Use their city calendar or PDF schedule to look out for 2026 dates.

How to Use This Guide (Simple Steps)

  1. Start with Smoothcomp—search for “Minnesota” or relevant city names.

  2. Monitor FUJI BJJ Midwest for the Winter and Spring Championships.

  3. Watch the Grappling Industries “Upcoming” page for Minneapolis listings.

  4. Check NAGA city listing or tournament schedule for new Minnesota events.

This method ensures you’ll see all 2026 tournaments in Minnesota.

Quick Search Shortcuts

  • site:smoothcomp.com Minnesota BJJ

  • FUJI BJJ Minnesota Winter Championship

  • FUJI BJJ Minnesota Spring Championship

  • Grappling Industries Minneapolis 2026

  • NAGA Minnesota Grappling Championship 2026

FAQ – Minnesota BJJ 2026

Q: How many tournaments happen in Minnesota per year?
A: A few key circuits—FUJI Winter & Spring Championships, Grappling Industries Minneapolis stops, and the NAGA mixed events.

Q: When do 2026 dates go live online?
A: Generally 3–6 months before the event. Start checking late 2025 through early 2026.

Q: How can I confirm an event is real?
A: Ensure it has a registration page on Smoothcomp or appears on a trusted organizer’s site (FIJI, NAGA, Grappling Industries).

Bottom Line

To catch every 2026 Minnesota BJJ tournament:

  • Use [Smoothcomp] as your starting point

  • Track FUJI BJJ championship events

  • Follow Grappling Industries for Minneapolis stops

  • Monitor NAGA for Minnesota listings

  • Bookmark this guide and check back often—you’ll be ready for all the mats!

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