The third round of the 3rd Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (No-Gi) will take place from 11-12 April 2026 at Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah. The championship, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, attracts leading clubs and academies from across the UAE, which aim to improve their positions in the edition’s overall standings.
Competitions on the first day of the event, will feature the Under-12, Under-14 and Under-16 categories, while tournaments on the second day will include the Under-18, Adults and Masters divisions, in accordance with the championship format that includes athletes across different age groups.
No-Gi matches (without kimono) are faster and rely more on physical control and quick reactions compared to Gi competitions (with kimono), making them a different challenge for athletes, especially with levels of competitiveness becoming closer between athletes as rounds progress.
Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, said the previous rounds of the championship saw strong participation and close competition, and Round 3 will build on that.
He said: “The level of competition and participation in the previous rounds shows how the championship is growing at a faster pace. In Round 3, the focus will be on consistency and the ability to adapt, especially in No-Gi matches, which require quick decisions and accurate execution. This helps improve the overall level of competition.
“We are also seeing strong family presence at the event, which shows the important role families play in supporting athletes and creating a positive environment both on and off the mat.”
The first round of the 3rd edition, dedicated to No-Gi competitions, saw strong participation from leading clubs, with Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club finishing at top of the standings, followed by Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club in second place and Palms Sports Academy - Team 777 in third.
