NZ Grappler Winter Nationals > Auckland

The NZ Grappler Winter Nationals return to Auckland on Saturday 14 November 2026 for one of the final major Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournaments of the national season.

The Winter Nationals are part of the nationwide NZ Grappler competition circuit and bring together athletes from academies across Aotearoa. The event provides a professional, structured and whānau-friendly competition environment, with divisions for children, juveniles, adults and masters across appropriate belt and weight categories.

Event information

Date: Saturday 14 November 2026
Venue: Barfoot & Thompson Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
Organiser: NZ Grappler
Registration: Complete your entry through the official Smoothcomp registration link on this page.

NZ Grappler uses Smoothcomp for athlete registration, brackets and live match scheduling. Competitors should monitor their Smoothcomp account before the tournament and confirm their weight, belt, academy and division details are correct.

Adults should arrive two hours before their first scheduled match. Children must be ready for weigh-in and the bullpen within the advised event times. Gi competitors must make weight while wearing their Gi. Athletes who are overweight on event day will be disqualified in accordance with NZ Grappler safety procedures.

Coaches, spectators and whānau are welcome. Follow the registration link for current prices, registration deadlines, venue information and complete divisions.