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Pennsylvania
2026Youth BJJ Tournaments
8 upcoming · 14 this year · 11 registered competitors
Find youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments in Pennsylvania. 8 upcoming events from PBJJF, FUJIBJJ, TAP-CANCER-OUT, GRAPPLING-INDUSTRIES across Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Monroeville, Allentown, Hatfield. Pennsylvania's youth BJJ community is growing fast, with events in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh drawing competitors from the Mid-Atlantic region. Browse competitor brackets, past results, and JITS ratings for every registered fighter.
Organizations in Pennsylvania
PBJJF7FUJIBJJ4TAP-CANCER-OUT3GRAPPLING-INDUSTRIES3UNITED2NAGA2AGF2GOOD-FIGHT2NEWBREED1
Upcoming Tournaments
| Sign Up | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 5 | UNITED | United Grappling - Pittsburgh Pa - April 5 | — | PA | Register | 1 |
| May 16 | NEWBD | Newbreed Philadelphia Spring Championship | — | PA | Register | TBD |
| May 16 | NAGA | NAGA Pittsburgh Grappling Championship | — | PA | Register | TBD |
| May 23 | PBJJF | Pbjjf Pittsburgh Spring International Open 2026 | — | PA | Register | 6 |
| May 30 | FUJIBJJ | Fuji BJJ Allentown Spring Championship | — | PA | Register | TBD |
| Sep 12 | AGF | 2026 AGF Pittsburgh Open | — | PA | Register | 4 |
| Oct 3 | FUJIBJJ | Fuji BJJ Pennsylvania State Championship | — | PA | Register | TBD |
| Nov 7 | TAP-CANCER-OUT | Tap Cancer Out 2026 Philadelphia BJJ Open | — | PA | Register | TBD |
Past Results
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Popular Tournament Cities in Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh (8 events), Philadelphia (5 events), Monroeville (3 events), Allentown (3 events), Hatfield (2 events), Rosemont (1 events), York (1 events), Cheswick (1 events)
Nearby States
Frequently Asked Questions
The next youth BJJ tournament in Pennsylvania is United Grappling - Pittsburgh PA - April 5 on April 5, 2026. There are 8 upcoming tournaments currently scheduled in Pennsylvania.
Youth BJJ tournaments in Pennsylvania are hosted by PBJJF (7 events), FUJIBJJ (4 events), TAP-CANCER-OUT (3 events), GRAPPLING-INDUSTRIES (3 events), UNITED (2 events). Each organization has its own rules, age divisions, and registration process.
The most active tournament cities in Pennsylvania are Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Monroeville, Allentown, Hatfield. Browse the full list of upcoming Pennsylvania tournaments on this page to find events near you, and check competitor lists to see who else is registered.
Entry fees for youth BJJ tournaments in Pennsylvania typically range from $60 to $120 per division. Some organizations offer early-bird discounts or multi-division packages. Check each tournament's registration page for current pricing.
Youth BJJ tournaments in Pennsylvania offer divisions for white, grey, yellow, orange, and green belts. Age divisions typically start at 4 years old, with weight classes to ensure fair matchups. Some tournaments also offer beginner/intermediate/advanced skill-level divisions for No-Gi.
Gi tournaments require the traditional jiu-jitsu uniform (kimono), which allows grip-based techniques. No-Gi tournaments use rash guards and shorts, creating a faster-paced style. Many Pennsylvania tournaments offer both formats, and some youth competitors train and compete in both.
The most active BJJ tournament cities in Pennsylvania by event count: Pittsburgh (8), Philadelphia (5), Monroeville (3), Allentown (3), Hatfield (2). 14 total tournaments have been tracked in Pennsylvania this year.
Start by checking the competitor list on Jits.gg to understand the bracket size and competition level. Make sure your child knows the rules for their age and belt division. Arrive early for weigh-ins, bring snacks and water, and focus on the experience rather than the outcome. Most Pennsylvania tournaments have divisions specifically for first-time competitors.