UAE Jiu-Jitsu and MMA Federation announces 2026 season calendar with over 30 competitions - jiu-jitsu federation

UAE Jiu-Jitsu and MMA Federation announces 2026 season calendar with over 30 competitions

18th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship key event on 2026 calendar Abu Dhabi to host IMMAF Youth World Championship for fifth consecutive year Abu Dhabi, 27 January 2026: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation has announced its 2026 competition calendar, which includes more than 30 local and international championships in jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts. The season is designed to deliver a structured competition programme and raise performance standards across both sports. The calendar includes major events such as the 18th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, the IMMAF Youth World C

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Sharjah Self-Defence takes early lead on opening day of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship - Round 1 - sh...

Sharjah Self-Defence takes early lead on opening day of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship – Round 1

Dubai, 24 January 2026: The Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship – Round 1 No Gi got underway today at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex (NAS) in Dubai, with strong action across the U12, U14 and U16 categories. Athletes delivered impressive performances throughout the opening day, underlining the steady progress of jiu-jitsu among the youth in the UAE. Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club topped the standings on Day 1, followed by Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club in second place and Palms Sports – Team 777 in third. The quality of competition and discipline on display reflected the effectiveness of club programmes and specialised academi

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UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation maps out 2026 season with focus on global leadership in sport - jiu-jitsu federation

UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation maps out 2026 season with focus on global leadership in sport

Abu Dhabi, 22 January 2026: The Board of Directors of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation held its first meeting of 2026 following the restructuring of the Board, setting the direction for the year ahead. Chaired by H.E. Abdulmunem Alsayed Mohammed Alhashmi, Chairman of the Federation, President of the Ju-Jitsu Asian Union, and Senior Vice President of the Jiu-Jitsu International Federation, the meeting outlined key priorities, reinforcing renewed ambition and a continued focus on excellence and global leadership in jiu-jitsu. The meeting was attended by H.E. Mohamed Salem Mohammed Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the Board; H.E. Mohammed Bin Dalmouj

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Strong competition on opening day of UAE National MMA Championship 6 in Al Ain - strong competition

Strong competition on opening day of UAE National MMA Championship 6 in Al Ain

Al Ain, 10 January: Action got underway on Saturday at the UAE National MMA Championship 6, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, at UAE University in Al Ain, with impressive performances from emerging athletes. The championship marked the start of the new season and saw strong participation from dozens of male and female athletes representing top clubs and academies from across the UAE. The opening day delivered competitive matchups, highlighting athletes’ physical and mental preparation, supported by smooth organisation that allowed competitors to perform at a high level from the beginning. Day one actio

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Twenty Winners at the Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Awards 2025 - twenty winners

Twenty Winners at the Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Awards 2025

Abu Dhabi, 23 November: The Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Awards 2025 winners were announced and awarded at Mubadala Arena on Sunday, with 20 winners honoured across various categories. The ceremony took place at the conclusion of the seventeenth edition of the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, over eleven days with more than 10,000 athletes from over 130 countries taking part. H.E. Abdulmunem Alsayed Mohammed Alhashmi, Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, Pre

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