Abu Dhabi, UAE – The UAE National Jiu-Jitsu Championship competitions begin on Friday, with the participation of more than 1,500 male and female players from more than 80 countries around the world. This will take place over three days at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi, amidst a wide international presence. It confirms the prestigious position that the emirate has reached. As the world capital of jiu-jitsu and the main destination for hosting the most prominent tournaments and events specialized in the game.
The Abu Dhabi Association of Jiu-Jitsu Professionals “AJP” announced the completion of all technical and organizational arrangements for the tournament. Which is one of the most prominent stations of the jiu-jitsu sports season at the local and international levels. It witnesses the participation of an elite group of male and female players seeking to achieve distinguished results and obtain approved international ranking points.
The volume of participation and the wide geographical spread of the competing countries reflect the continuing successes achieved by Abu Dhabi in spreading and developing the sport of Jiu-Jitsu globally. Establishing its position as an international center for creating heroes, discovering talents, and refining its capabilities. Through an integrated system of tournaments and development programs that have contributed to enhancing the spread of the game across various continents.
significant support
The successes come in light of the great support the game receives from the leadership and the fact that Jiu-Jitsu is considered the national sport of the UAE. In addition to the ambitious strategy led by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, headed by His Excellency Abdul Moneim Al Hashemi, President of the UAE and Asian Federations, and First Vice President of the International Federation. It aims to consolidate the UAE’s global leadership and reach first place in the world. And continue to climb the podiums in various international tournaments and events.
The tournament witnesses various competitions over its three days. The first day witnesses fights between male and female professors with different belts, in addition to amateur categories with white and blue belts. The second day will be dedicated to the competitions of the buds, cubs and juniors for boys and girls. The tournament concludes on Sunday with youth and junior competitions, in addition to the professional categories of those with purple, brown and black belts.
Strong competitions
The competitions are organized on seven stalls under the supervision of 25 international referees. To ensure the application of the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and quality of refereeing performance, and to enhance the strength and technical level of competitions. With the participation of a large number of distinguished players from different countries of the world.
The tournament continues to achieve rapid growth rates year after year, with the last edition recording the participation of 1,405 male and female players from 73 countries. While the current edition is witnessing a significant increase in the number of participants and countries represented. This reflects the growing confidence that the Abu Dhabi Professional Jiu-Jitsu Association championships enjoy on the international scene.
