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Barcelona Welcomes Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Barcelona Welcomes Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Post by : Badri Ariffin

The Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro Association has unveiled the Barcelona International Championship, taking place on Sunday at the La Marbella Municipal Complex, welcoming competitors from around the globe.

This single-day event will showcase both male and female athletes in multiple age categories, including children, juveniles, juniors, youth, men, and masters, providing opportunities for both amateur and professional talents.

Operations Director Zaid Egleton detailed the official weigh-in times:

  • First session: 4th April, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Second session: 5th April, 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Competitions will kick off at 10:00 am Barcelona time.

The winner in the professional division will receive 600 points for the annual global ranking alongside a cash prize, emphasizing the event's significance and drawing elite competitors.

This championship aligns with Abu Dhabi's mission of expanding jiu-jitsu worldwide, enhancing its reputation as a premier hub for the sport through meaningful competitions that nurture talent and encourage participation.

The event also highlights the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation and the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro Association's successes, underpinned by support from UAE leadership, which has ingrained jiu-jitsu as a cornerstone of national sports.

More than just a competition, jiu-jitsu cultivates discipline, endurance, self-assurance, and concentration, further solidifying Abu Dhabi's status as a global epicenter for jiu-jitsu.

April 2, 2026 4:01 p.m. 279

#Global News #Sports News #UAE News

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