ADCC 2026 Schedule: Every Trials Date, World Championship & Qualification Deadline
Complete ADCC 2026 calendar — World Championship September 12-13 in Krakow, Poland, plus all Trials dates, locations, registration deadlines, and qualification pathways for the biggest event in no-gi grappling.
ADCC 2026 Schedule
The Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) Submission Fighting World Championship is the most prestigious no-gi grappling event in the world. Held every two years, the 2026 edition in Krakow, Poland, features $362,000 in prize money and an invitation-only field of the planet's best submission grapplers.
This guide covers the complete ADCC 2026 calendar: all Trials dates, the World Championship schedule, qualification deadlines, and key dates to plan around. For the gi competition calendar, see the 2026 IBJJF tournament schedule.
ADCC 2026 World Championship
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | ADCC World Championship 2026 |
| Dates | September 12-13, 2026 |
| Amateur Worlds | September 11, 2026 |
| Venue | TAURON Arena Krakow |
| Location | Krakow, Poland |
| Prize Money | $362,000 total |
| Streaming | FloGrappling |
| Tickets | ebilet.pl |
The World Championship is the culmination of the ADCC qualification cycle. Read our complete ADCC 2026 World Championship guide for weight classes, prize money breakdown, ticket pricing, rules overview, and Krakow travel planning.
Did You Know: ADCC only happens every two years, making each edition a landmark event. The 2026 edition in Krakow is the first ADCC World Championship held in Poland, and TAURON Arena's 15,000+ seat capacity makes it the largest venue in ADCC history.
Complete ADCC 2026 Trials Calendar
ADCC Trials are open-entry tournaments where competitors earn their spot at the World Championship. Win your weight class, and you qualify. No belt requirements, no ranking prerequisites -- just win.
Completed Trials
| Event | Date | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Asia and Oceania Trials | March 2025 | TBA | Completed |
| 1st EMEA Trials | September 2025 | Warsaw, Poland | Completed |
| 1st NA East Coast Trials | November 2025 | Orlando, FL | Completed |
| 2nd EMEA Trials | February 2026 | Belgrade, Serbia | Completed |
| 1st South American Trials | March 13, 2026 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | Completed |
Upcoming Trials
| Event | Date | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd North American Trials | April 18-19, 2026 | Pomona, CA | Open — deadline April 15 |
| 2nd Asia and Oceania Trials | June 20, 2026 | Carrara, QLD, Australia | Open |
The 2nd North American Trials in Pomona is the final North American qualifying event before Worlds. Read our complete ADCC North American Trials 2026 guide for venue details, registration, rules overview, and preparation tips.
Heads Up: The 2nd North American Trials registration deadline is April 15, 2026. Weigh-ins are mandatory on Friday evening (April 17, 7-9 PM) with no exceptions. Register early at adcc.smoothcomp.com to secure your spot.
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Key Dates at a Glance
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| April 15 | 2nd NA Trials registration deadline |
| April 17 | NA Trials weigh-ins (mandatory, 7-9 PM) |
| April 18-19 | 2nd North American Trials (Pomona, CA) |
| June 20 | 2nd Asia and Oceania Trials (Carrara, Australia) |
| September 11 | ADCC Amateur World Championship (Krakow) |
| September 12-13 | ADCC World Championship (Krakow) |
ADCC vs IBJJF: Planning Your 2026 Season
Many competitors balance both ADCC and IBJJF events. Here is how the major 2026 events overlap:
| Month | IBJJF | ADCC |
|---|---|---|
| January | European Championship (Lisbon) | -- |
| March | Pan Championship (Kissimmee, FL) | 1st SA Trials (Rio) |
| April | -- | 2nd NA Trials (Pomona, CA) |
| May | World Championship (Long Beach) | -- |
| June | -- | 2nd Asia Trials (Australia) |
| September | Master Worlds (Las Vegas) | World Championship (Krakow) |
| October | Pan No-Gi (New Jersey) | -- |
Pro Tip: If you compete in both gi and no-gi, the IBJJF Worlds (May 28-31) and ADCC Worlds (September 12-13) are separated by nearly four months -- enough time to shift your training focus from gi to no-gi. Plan your peak conditioning to hit twice: late May for IBJJF and early September for ADCC.
Qualification Pathways
ADCC uses a dual qualification system:
Continental Trials (~50% of spots)
- Open-entry tournaments held across four regions
- Full ADCC rules: no points in the first half, guard pull penalty, all submissions legal
- Win your weight class to earn a World Championship invitation
- Multiple events per region in each qualification cycle
Direct Invitations (~50% of spots)
- ADCC invites elite grapplers based on competitive achievements
- Previous ADCC performances, major titles, and divisional balance
- Invitations typically announced in the months before Worlds
For the full list of confirmed qualifiers and invited athletes, see our ADCC 2026 qualified athletes tracker.
Weight Classes
Men's Divisions
| Division | Limit |
|---|---|
| Division 1 | Under 66 kg (145.2 lbs) |
| Division 2 | Under 77 kg (169.8 lbs) |
| Division 3 | Under 88 kg (194 lbs) |
| Division 4 | Under 99 kg (218.3 lbs) |
| Division 5 | Over 99 kg (218.3 lbs) |
| Absolute | No weight limit |
Women's Divisions
| Division | Limit |
|---|---|
| Division 1 | Under 55 kg (121.3 lbs) |
| Division 2 | Under 65 kg (143.3 lbs) |
| Division 3 | Over 65 kg (143.3 lbs) |
For IBJJF weight classes (which differ from ADCC), see the IBJJF weight classes guide.
How to Watch
In Person
Tickets for the ADCC 2026 World Championship are available through ebilet.pl. General admission starts at approximately $54 (230 PLN), with mat-side seats at ~$972 (4,080 PLN).
Streaming
FloGrappling is the official broadcast partner. A subscription provides access to all mats and matches. Early rounds may also be available on the ADCC YouTube channel.
Preparing for ADCC Competition
Training for ADCC rules requires specific preparation that differs from IBJJF competition:
- Wrestling is essential — the guard pull penalty (-1 point) changes everything
- Leg locks are central — heel hooks and leg lock systems are a core part of ADCC competition
- Submission-first mentality — no points in the first half means only finishes matter early
- Conditioning for 10-15 minute matches — build endurance with a solid BJJ conditioning program
Key Takeaway
The 2026 ADCC season is reaching its climax with the 2nd North American Trials on April 18-19 and the World Championship in Krakow on September 12-13. If you are competing, the NA Trials registration deadline is April 15 — do not miss it. If you are a fan, book Krakow flights and accommodation early. This is the biggest year in no-gi grappling, and every event on this calendar is building toward September in Poland.
Official Sources
- ADCC Official Website - Event details, Trials registration, and qualification information
- Smoothcomp - Trials and Amateur Worlds registration
- ebilet.pl - World Championship tickets
- FloGrappling - Official streaming and coverage
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