The WVGO Seminar Series is excited to bring UFC legend, Matt Brown, to WV.
This will be an exciting seminar for everyone who can make it.
All gyms are welcome, but spots are limited, so please reserve your spot now.
Upcoming learning moment with UFC Matt Brown
Moments like this don’t come around often.
On September 13th, we get to learn from legendary UFC fighter Matt Brown.
West Virginia, this is your chance to be part of something truly special.
Please continue to register as soon as possible to reserve your spot for this seminar. Even with the expanded space, we still expect demand to be high and may cap attendance at the event. Therefore, please reserve your spot now to ensure your place.
WVGO Official Gi and No Gi State Championship 2026
A fun, family friendly gi and no gi event that is open to adults, masters, teens, and kids.
Adult, Masters, Teen, Kid’s Gi and No Gi Divisions
Get ready for an action-packed day of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Saturday, August 15th in Hurricane, WV — where competitors of all ages and skill levels come together for an unforgettable tournament experience. Gi and No Gi battles Double elimination format Absolute divisions Minimum of SIX matches if you enter gi, no gi, and absolute
One low price = multiple divisions!
Whether you’re a seasoned adult, a master competitor, or part of the next generation of youth champions, the WVGO is the place to test your skills, connect with the community, and leave it all on the mat.
WVGO Official State Championship 2026
The WVGO is set to return this August 15th in Hurricane, WV.
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Time: Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Kids will start at 10am
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 8/11/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is August 11th, 2026.
Format: DOUBLE ELIMINATION in both Gi and No Gi divisions, and Absolute divisions in each skill level.
***Due to the size of the tournament, we will require all youth competitors (5-17) to be registered by 8/11/26. Adult competitors can register online or at the door.
Pre-Register now
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 8/11/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is August 11th, 2026.
***All youth competitors (5-17) must pre-register before 8/11/26. There will be no registration for youth after this time. However, adults may pre-register or register at the door
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well-organized tournament that is fair for all and offers a ton of matches at a low price. In fact, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of six times, if they compete in their respective divisions in both the gi and no gi tournaments as well as the absolute divisions. Keep an eye out for continued updates.
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men: 149.9 & Below 150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs. 165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs. 180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs. 195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs. 210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs. 225 lbs. & Above
Adult Women: 135 & Under (Lightweight) 136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes and age brackets for teens and children:
Teens 13-15, 16-17
132 lbs. & Below, 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs., 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs., 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs., 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs., 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs., 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs., 220.1 lbs. & Above
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12
53 lbs. & Below, 53.1 lbs. to 62 lbs., 62.1 lbs. to 70 lbs., 70.1 lbs. to 79 lbs., 79.1 lbs. to 88 lbs., 88.1 lbs. to 99 lbs., 99.1 lbs. to 110 lbs., 110.1 lbs. to 121 lbs., 121.1 lbs. and Above
Experience Levels for Gi & No Gi
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Teen Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels), Blue, Purple
Children Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels)
Adult No Gi Competitors:
Beginner: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for beginners only)
Intermediate: (1-3 years exp.)
Advanced: (3 years +)
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Kids 5-12
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions: Butch Hiles 304-549-9370 info@wvgrapplingopen.com
A fun, family friendly gi and no gi event that is open to adults, masters, teens, and kids.
The WVGO Summer Series 2026
The WVGO is bringing all the action to Elkview, WV this June 20th.
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Time: Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Kids will start at 10am
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 6/17/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is June 17, 2026.
Format: DOUBLE ELIMINATION in both Gi and No Gi divisions, and Absolute divisions in each skill level.
***Due to the size of the tournament, we will require all youth competitors (5-17) to be registered by 6/17/26. Adult competitors can register online or at the door.
Cost Details: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 6/17/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is June 17, 2026.
***All youth competitors (5-17) must pre-register before 6/17/26. There will be no registration for youth after this time. However, adults may pre-register or register at the door.
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well-organized tournament that is fair for all and offers a ton of matches at a low price. In fact, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of six times, if they compete in their respective divisions in both the gi and no gi tournaments as well as the absolute divisions. Keep an eye out for continued updates.
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men
149.9 & Below 150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs. 165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs. 180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs. 195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs. 210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs. 225 lbs. & Above
Adult Women
135 & Under (Lightweight) 136 & Over (Middleweight)
Teens 13-15, 16-17
132 lbs. & Below, 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs., 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs., 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs., 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs., 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs., 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs., 220.1 lbs. & Above
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12
53 lbs. & Below, 53.1 lbs. to 62 lbs., 62.1 lbs. to 70 lbs., 70.1 lbs. to 79 lbs., 79.1 lbs. to 88 lbs., 88.1 lbs. to 99 lbs., 99.1 lbs. to 110 lbs., 110.1 lbs. to 121 lbs., 121.1 lbs. and Above
Experience Levels for Gi & No Gi
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Teen Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels), Blue, Purple
Children Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels)
Adult No Gi Competitors:
Beginner: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for beginners only)
Intermediate: (1-3 years exp.)
Advanced: (3 years +)
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Kids 5-12
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions:
Butch Hiles
304-549-9370
info@wvgrapplingopen.com
Pre-registration
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
Pre-registration links are above, and the deadline is 6/17/26
The WVGO is set to return this March 21st in Elkview, WV.
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Time: Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Kids will start at 10am Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 3/18/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is March 18, 2026.
Format: DOUBLE ELIMINATION in both Gi and No Gi divisions, and Absolute divisions in each skill level.
Location: Elkview Middle School – 5090 Elk River Rd, Elkview, WV 25071
***Due to the size of the tournament, we will require all youth competitors (5-17) to be registered by 3/18/26. Adult competitors can register online or at the door.
Pre-registration links are below and the deadline is March 18th
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 3/18/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is March 18, 2026.
***All youth competitors (5-17) must pre-register before 3/18/26. There will be no registration for youth after this time. However, adults may pre-register or register at the door
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well-organized tournament that is fair for all and offers a ton of matches at a low price. In fact, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of six times, if they compete in their respective divisions in both the gi and no gi tournaments as well as the absolute divisions. Keep an eye out for continued updates.
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men: 149.9 & Below 150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs. 165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs. 180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs. 195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs. 210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs. 225 lbs. & Above
Adult Women: 135 & Under (Lightweight) 136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes and age brackets for teens and children: Teens 13-15, 16-17
132 lbs. & Below, 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs., 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs., 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs., 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs., 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs., 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs., 220.1 lbs. & Above
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12
53 lbs. & Below, 53.1 lbs. to 62 lbs., 62.1 lbs. to 70 lbs., 70.1 lbs. to 79 lbs., 79.1 lbs. to 88 lbs., 88.1 lbs. to 99 lbs., 99.1 lbs. to 110 lbs., 110.1 lbs. to 121 lbs., 121.1 lbs. and Above
Experience Levels For Gi & No Gi
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Teen Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels), Blue, Purple
Children Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels)
Adult No Gi Competitors:
Beginner: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for beginners only)
Intermediate: (1-3 years exp.)
Advanced: (3 years +)
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Kids 5-12
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions: Butch Hiles 304-549-9370 info@wvgrapplingopen.com
Pre-registration Links
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
Pre-registration links are below and the deadline is 3/18/2026
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 3/18/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is March 18, 2026.
***All youth competitors (5-17) must pre-register before 3/18/26. There will be no registration for youth after this time. However, adults may pre-register or register at the door.
A fun, family friendly gi and no gi event that is open to adults, masters, teens, and kids.
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The WVGO Winter Championship
The WVGO is set to return this January 10th in Charleston, WV
Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
Time: Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Kids will start at 10am
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 1/7/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register for adults is January 7, 2026, but you may still pay at the door.
Format: DOUBLE ELIMINATION in both Gi and No Gi divisions, and Absolute divisions in each skill level.
Location: Location: North Charleston Community Center – 2009 7th Ave Charleston, WV 25387
***Due to the size of the tournament, we will require all youth competitors (5-17) to be registered by 1/7/26. Adult competitors can register online or at the door.
Cost Details: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 1/7/26 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register as an adult is January 7, 2026, but adults may still register online or at the door.
***All youth competitors (5-17) must pre-register before 1/7/26. There will be no registration for youth after this time. However, adults may pre-register or register at the door.
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well-organized tournament that is fair for all and offers a ton of matches at a low price. In fact, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of six times, if they compete in their respective divisions in both the gi and no gi tournaments as well as the absolute divisions. Keep an eye out for continued updates.
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men
149.9 & Below 150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs. 165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs. 180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs. 195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs. 210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs. 225 lbs. & Above
Adult Women
135 & Under (Lightweight) 136 & Over (Middleweight)
Teens 13-15, 16-17
132 lbs. & Below, 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs., 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs., 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs., 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs., 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs., 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs., 220.1 lbs. & Above
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12
53 lbs. & Below, 53.1 lbs. to 62 lbs., 62.1 lbs. to 70 lbs., 70.1 lbs. to 79 lbs., 79.1 lbs. to 88 lbs., 88.1 lbs. to 99 lbs., 99.1 lbs. to 110 lbs., 110.1 lbs. to 121 lbs., 121.1 lbs. and Above
Experience Levels for Gi & No Gi
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Teen Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels), Blue, Purple
Children Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels)
Adult No Gi Competitors:
Beginner: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for beginners only)
Intermediate: (1-3 years exp.)
Advanced: (3 years +)
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Kids 5-12
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions: Butch Hiles 304-549-9370 info@wvgrapplingopen.com
Pre-registration
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
The WVGO Seminar Series is excited to bring the legend, Royce Gracie, to WV for an exciting seminar for everyone who can make it.
All gyms are welcome, but spots are limited, so please reserve your spot now.
Moments like this don’t come around often… On September 14th (2–4 PM), we get to learn from Royce Gracie, a true pioneer who brought Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the world stage.
Training with him is not just about technique — it’s about connecting to the roots of our art and experiencing history firsthand.
West Virginia, this is your chance to be part of something truly special.
We just changed our event location (next door to our gym) so we could accommodate more people comfortably. Please continue to register asap to reserve your spot. Even with the expanded space, we still feel like we will have to cap this seminar, so please reserve your spot now.
New Location: MLK Center, 314 Donnally St, Charleston, WV 25301-1125
Message us if you need more details or other ways to reserve.
info@wvgrapplingopen.com
Thank you and hope to see you there. All gym welcome, as always!
A fun, family friendly gi and no gi event that is open to adults, masters, teens, and kids.
Adult, Masters, Children’s Gi and No Gi Divisions
The West Virginia Grappling Open is BACK!
Get ready for an action-packed day of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Saturday, August 16th in Hurricane, WV — where competitors of all ages and skill levels come together for an unforgettable tournament experience. Gi and No Gi battles Double elimination format Absolute divisions Minimum of SIX matches if you enter gi, no gi, and absolute
One low price = multiple divisions!
Whether you’re a seasoned adult, a master competitor, or part of the next generation of youth champions, the WVGO is the place to test your skills, connect with the community, and leave it all on the mat.
Time: Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Kids will start at 10am
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 89$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 8/13/25 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is August 13, 2025. Early Bird registration $69 ends on 7/24, regular registration $79 ends on 8/14, $89 after pre-registration ends
Format: DOUBLE ELIMINATION in both Gi and No Gi divisions, and Absolute divisions in each skill level.
***Due to the size of the tournament, we will require all youth competitors (5-17) to be registered by 8/13/25. Adult competitors can register online or at the door.
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well-organized tournament that is fair for all and offers a ton of matches at a low price. In fact, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of six times, if they compete in their respective divisions in both the gi and no gi tournaments as well as the absolute divisions. Keep an eye out for continued updates.
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men
149.9 & Below 150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs. 165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs. 180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs. 195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs. 210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs. 225 lbs. & Above
Adult Women
135 & Under (Lightweight) 136 & Over (Middleweight)
Teens 13-15, 16-17
132 lbs. & Below, 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs., 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs., 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs., 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs., 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs., 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs., 220.1 lbs. & Above
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12
53 lbs. & Below, 53.1 lbs. to 62 lbs., 62.1 lbs. to 70 lbs., 70.1 lbs. to 79 lbs., 79.1 lbs. to 88 lbs., 88.1 lbs. to 99 lbs., 99.1 lbs. to 110 lbs., 110.1 lbs. to 121 lbs., 121.1 lbs. and Above
Experience Levels for Gi and No Gi
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Teen Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels), Blue, Purple
Children Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels)
Adult No Gi Competitors:
Beginner: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for beginners only)
Intermediate: (1-3 years exp.)
Advanced: (3 years +)
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Kids 5-12
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions:
Butch Hiles
304-549-9370
info@wvgrapplingopen.com
Pre-registration
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
A fun, family friendly gi and no gi event that is open to adults, masters, teens, and kids.
The WVGO Summer Series 2025
The WVGO is bringing all the action to Elkview, WV this June 21st.
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Kids will start at 10am
Cost: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 85$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 6/18/25 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is June 18, 2025.
Format: DOUBLE ELIMINATION in both Gi and No Gi divisions, and Absolute divisions in each skill level.
***Due to the size of the tournament, we will require all youth competitors (5-17) to be registered by 6/18/25. Adult competitors can register online or at the door.
Pre-Register on Smoothcomp by clicking Register
Cost Details: Only 69$ for adult men, women, teens, and children if you pre-register. Each competitor can compete in as many divisions as they can for the same price. It is 85$ for adult men and women not pre-registered and all youth must be pre-registered by 6/18/25 (no exceptions). The last day to pre-register is June 18, 2025.
***All youth competitors (5-17) must pre-register before 6/18/25. There will be no registration for youth after this time. However, adults may pre-register or register at the door.
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well-organized tournament that is fair for all and offers a ton of matches at a low price. In fact, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of six times, if they compete in their respective divisions in both the gi and no gi tournaments as well as the absolute divisions. Keep an eye out for continued updates.
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, masters, and men’s divisions and the weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Adult Men
149.9 & Below 150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs. 165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs. 180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs. 195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs. 210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs. 225 lbs. & Above
Adult Women
135 & Under (Lightweight) 136 & Over (Middleweight)
Teens 13-15, 16-17
132 lbs. & Below, 132.1 lbs. to 143 lbs., 143.1 lbs. to 154 lbs., 154.1 lbs. to 167 lbs., 167.1 lbs. to 183 lbs., 183.1 lbs. to 200 lbs., 200.1 lbs. to 220 lbs., 220.1 lbs. & Above
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12
53 lbs. & Below, 53.1 lbs. to 62 lbs., 62.1 lbs. to 70 lbs., 70.1 lbs. to 79 lbs., 79.1 lbs. to 88 lbs., 88.1 lbs. to 99 lbs., 99.1 lbs. to 110 lbs., 110.1 lbs. to 121 lbs., 121.1 lbs. and Above
Experience Levels for Gi & No Gi
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Teen Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels), Blue, Purple
Children Gi Competitors – White, Grey (all levels), Yellow (all levels), Orange (all levels), Green (all levels)
Adult No Gi Competitors:
Beginner: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for beginners only)
Intermediate: (1-3 years exp.)
Advanced: (3 years +)
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Kids 5-12
Beginner No Gi: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
Intermediate: (one year – two years)
Advanced: (two years and above)
***Please note, children and teens often have greatly differing weights and skill levels. Whenever possible, they will be matched appropriately. However, there may be times when they may be asked to go in another age (plus or minus a year) or weight bracket. In these cases, a coach and/or parent will be asked permission first.
Please contact the event coordinator for additional details and/or questions:
Butch Hiles
304-549-9370
info@wvgrapplingopen.com
Pre-registration
Don’t forget to pre-register for an additional discount!!!
Pre-registration links are above, and the deadline is 6/18/25
All gyms are welcome, but spots are limited, so please reserve your spot now:
Please pre-register ASAP by sending a deposit to reserve your spot. Everyone is welcome!
Update: Meet and greet from 6-6:45p Autograph just $20 Autograph with provided picture and photo opportunity $30 Seminar, photo, and autograph just $75
Seminar will start at 6:45p
3 hour MMA seminar and more
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Thank you and hope to see you there. All gym welcome, as always!
