RELENTLESS: FIRST MOVE
No-Gi Competition • White Belts Only • 18+
DATE: February 6, 2027 (Saturday)
TIME: 3:30 PM–7:30 PM
Weigh-ins 3:30 pm
Matches start at 4:15pm
VENUE: Prime Studios + Recovery. The Commerce Center Alabang, Filinvest Avenue, Muntinlupa, Philippines
FREE to watch
RULESET
JJIF rules · No advantages
Any reversal scores as a sweep
The referee may stop the match for safety if an athlete resists a properly locked submission.
Match Duration: 5 minutes.
DIVISIONS & WEIGHT CATEGORIES
White belt 12 months and below
White belt more than 12 months
Judo black belts & Pro MMA fighters are not eligible
MALE
-56 kg
-62 kg
-69 kg
-77 kg
-85 kg
-94 kg
+94 kg
FEMALE
-45 kg
-48 kg
-52 kg
-57 kg
-63 kg
-70 kg
+70 kg
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
The format depends on the number of athletes in your pod.
2 athletes — Head-to-head
3 athletes — Round robin
4 or more athletes — Repechage
WEIGH-IN
Same-day weigh-in at 3:30 PM. Weigh in wearing No-Gi attire.
Maximum allowance: +0.5 kg.
Over the limit: instant disqualification.
KEY DATES & DIVISION CHANGES
Registration closes January 28, 2027 at 11:59 PM. There is no event-day registration.
January 21, 2027 — Last day to request a refund.
January 29, 2027 — Last day to request a division change.
Email relentlessbjj.asia@gmail.com.
February 1, 2027 — Brackets released
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is FIRST MOVE only for first-time competitors?
No. FIRST MOVE is open to all adult white belts.
I have trained for more than one year. Can I join?
Yes. Experience groups are 12 months and below, and more than 12 months.
What happens if no suitable opponent is available?
The existing no-opponent refund policy applies.
Can I transfer my registration to another athlete?
Yes.
Can I request a refund?
Yes, if the refund is requested by January 21, 2027