Stealth Sub Series - Tauranga (September 28)

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to New Zealand's premier submission grappling competition circuit! Come prove yourself as one of the best submission artists in the country.

DETAILS

Event Date: Saturday 14th September
Location: Tauranga Boy's College, 664 Cameron Road
Parking: Large carpark around the back of the building and plenty of street parking
Weigh-in time: 8am-1pm (see the 'Weigh-in' tab for more details)
Doors open: 8am
Rules briefing: 8.45am
Matches start: 9am  
Spectator fee: $20 per adult ($10 for parents/head coaches), $5 per child aged 5-12 (under 5s are free)

PRICING

Kids & Youths: Pay 1 price for 2 divisions

Adults: Pay 1 price for 4 divisions

Early registrations - $75

Normal registrations - $95

Late registrations - $115

Divisions will be visible the entire time so you know who's signed up ahead of time, and brackets will be released 2 days prior to the event.

Any requests for extra-late registrations will incur an additional $30 fee, to account for the manual work we have to do - save us the hassle and yourself the money, and don't leave it to the last minute!

OUR FORMAT

Submission Focus:

Our submission-based circuit prioritizes the essence of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — mastering the art of submitting opponents through technique and skill. This format fosters an environment where competitors are encouraged to pursue submissions, leading to more dynamic and engaging matches.

Round Robin:

Unlike single elimination formats, our round robin bracketing system provides competitors with multiple match opportunities within their division. We believe in maximizing the benefits of every competition, ensuring that each participant leaves with a wealth of experience.

Engagement:

Our submission-based format keeps competitors and spectators engaged throughout every match, as the focus remains on the pursuit of submissions. Every match is filled with potential highlight reel moments, making Stealth Grappling events must-watch experiences for grappling enthusiasts.

OUR SERVICE

Efficient Events:

We pride ourself on flawlessly executed events that wrap up during the afternoon. Our meticulously planned competitions run like clockwork, ensuring that participants and spectators can enjoy their evening activities without interruption.

Family-Friendly Schedule:

With our commitment to finishing events on time, Stealth Grappling respects the importance of family time. Competitors and attendees can count on our events concluding in the afternoon, leaving ample opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones.

Exceptional Customer Service:

Our customer service sets us apart. We respond promptly to inquiries and are dedicated to resolving any issues or concerns with speed and efficiency. At Stealth Grappling, every participant is valued, and we go above and beyond to ensure their satisfaction.

PRIZEGIVING

Prizegiving will be held as soon as the division ends - if you place 1st, 2nd or 3rd, please go straight to the podium to receive your medal.

Gi divisions will be run first, then no-gi - If you're competing in both divisions and you medal in your gi division, please go straight to the podium to receive your medal, before changing into your no-gi gear. 

MEDALS

Athletes who place 1st, 2nd and 3rd in their divisions will receive high quality gold, silver and bronze medals.

TEAM TROPHY

We'll be awarding the Team Trophy to the academy with the highest number of points at the end of the day.

If you've got a big team competing on the day, try to get everyone to stick around until the end - it could be your gym!

FREE ENTRY FOR HELPERS

We're always looking for people to help us with setup & packdown (2-3 hours physical labour) in exchange for free registration.

If you're interested, please let us know ASAP (ideally as soon as the event is announced) so that we can mark you down and approve your entry!

FREE COACH ENTRY

For gyms with at least 5 members signed up to a competition, we’ll provide a free spectator family pass (2 adults, 2 kids) for 1 nominated coach.

For gyms with at least 10 members signed up to a competition, we’ll provide a free spectator family pass for 2 nominated coaches.

Please email us at [email protected] prior to the competition to provide the names of the nominated coaches.

MULTI-KID DISCOUNT

We understand competing isn't the cheapest, especially if you have more than one mouth to feed. We've got you covered - register one child to compete, and get half off for every additional child!

Please register them without paying, then email us at [email protected] so that we can organise the lower price - we won't be conducting DNA tests or bringing the mailman in for questioning, but if the last names are different then we may ask for some form of proof. Don't miss this chance to give all your kids a shot at greatness. Let's get them on the mats!

REFER A FRIEND PROGRAM

For every person you refer to sign up to a Stealth Grappling competition that hasn’t competed with us before, we’ll provide you with a $30 coupon credit for use at any of our competitions. 

Just ask the athlete to add your full name as a registration note when they enter, then email us so that we can provide the coupon.

WHITE BELT SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

We'll be selecting 3 white belts and sponsoring them each a private lesson with one of Tauranga's top competitors, Chris Spahn. You don't even have to win, we just want to see hard work and a good attitude!

KIDS PRIZES

We'll be selecting 1 division at random, and the winner will be awarded a goodie bag and a $50 gift voucher, for their choice of Auckland Zoo, Kelly Tarltons, Zone Bowling or Game Over.

WHAT IF I GET INJURED?

If you get injured before registrations close, you can process a full refund yourself at any time, by cancelling your entry from your Smoothcomp account. So don't worry about paying for your entry and then getting stuck out of pocket - we've got you covered.

If you are injured between registrations closing and the start of the tournament, you are entitled to a full credit for use at any of our future competitions - please email us at [email protected] to arrange this.

WHAT IF I'M ALONE IN A DIVISION?

If you're still alone when registrations close, we'll attempt to find a suitable division by merging you up one category in either age or weight.

If we still cannot find you a division or you're unhappy with a merge, then we'll process a full refund. So don't worry about paying for your entry and then getting stuck out of pocket - you'll either get matches or your money back.

For full breakdowns on our Merge Policy and Refund Policy, please check the corresponding tabs at the top of this page.

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