Rome International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship
The Rome leg of the international IBJJF Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu circuit, held at the PalaPellicone in Ostia
About Rome International Open IBJJF
International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Rome
The Rome International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship is a key Italian stop on the world circuit organized by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), the leading authority in the discipline. The event draws athletes, coaches, and teams from across Europe and beyond to Rome, establishing the capital of the Lazio region as a central hub for the international Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community.
When and where: the PalaPellicone in Ostia
The 2026 edition takes place on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the PalaPellicone, the sports arena of the FIJLKAM Olympic Center located on Viale della Stazione di Castel Fusano in Lido di Ostia, within the municipality of Rome. A historic venue for Italian combat sports, the PalaPellicone is situated just steps from the Roman coast and is easily accessible from the city center via the Roma-Lido railway line.
Categories and competition format
The tournament follows official IBJJF regulations and features Gi competitions (with kimono) categorized by age, rank, and weight. The event is open to juvenile, adult, and master (Master 1 to Master 7) categories, with ranks ranging from white to black belt; juvenile athletes compete in white, blue, and purple belts.
- Academy affiliation deadline: October 2, 2026
- Registration deadline: October 18, 2026
- Brackets release: October 26, 2026
The 2026 edition
The 2026 Rome International Open is scheduled alongside other Rome-based IBJJF calendar events, offering a combined package that allows athletes to also register for the No-Gi competition. Spectators can enjoy free entry to watch the matches on the various mats set up inside the arena. Detailed brackets and schedules for each category are published on the official federation system on the eve of the event.
An event in the heart of the Roman coast
Beyond the sporting aspect, the championship is a perfect opportunity to explore Ostia and the Lazio coastline during the autumn season: a competitive trip that blends high-level international jiu-jitsu with the charm of the Roman shore, featuring beaches, pine forests, and the nearby archaeological site of Ostia Antica.
Rome International Open IBJJF — edition 2026
The Rome International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 takes place on October 27, 2026, at the PalaPellicone in Lido di Ostia (Rome). The competition, part of the international IBJJF circuit, brings together athletes from numerous countries in Gi categories, from youth to masters.
Programme Rome International Open IBJJF 2026
A single day of Gi competition following IBJJF regulations, featuring juvenile, adult, and master (Master 1 to Master 7) categories, from white to black belts. Registration closes on October 18, 2026; brackets with individual category schedules are published on October 26, 2026, on the official federation system. Weigh-ins take place immediately before the start of each category.
Highlights Rome International Open IBJJF 2026
- Italian leg of the international IBJJF circuit
- Juvenile, adult, and master categories (Master 1 to Master 7)
- Gi competitions from white to black belts
- Free admission for spectators
- Combined package option with the No-Gi event
Prices Rome International Open IBJJF 2026
Practical information — Rome International Open IBJJF
How to get there
The PalaPellicone is located at Viale della Stazione di Castel Fusano 30, in Lido di Ostia (Rome). From central Rome, it can be reached via the Roma-Lido (Metromare) railway line, getting off at the coastal stops; by car, take Via del Mare or Via Cristoforo Colombo, with parking available nearby.
Admission and registration
Admission for spectators is free. Athlete registration must be completed online via the official IBJJF website by the specified deadlines. Registration fees start at approximately $136, with combined Gi + No-Gi packages available.
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Where does it take place — Rome International Open IBJJF
PalaPellicone (Centro Olimpico FIJLKAM)
Viale della Stazione di Castel Fusano 30, Lido di Ostia, 00122 Roma