What is the CUJC?
The Canadian Universities Jiu-Jitsu Championship (CUJC) is Canada’s national university-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu championship, organized by the Canadian Universities Jiu-Jitsu Association and sanctioned by the Ontario Jiu-Jitsu Association (OJA).
The championship brings together students from universities and colleges across Canada to compete while representing their post-secondary institutions.
CUJC features individual Gi and No-Gi competition, as well as the Co-Ed Quintet, with results contributing toward an overall institutional championship.
The inaugural CUJC was held on March 14, 2026, at the Mattamy Athletic Centre in Toronto, bringing together 170 competitors from 15 post-secondary institutions.
Toronto Metropolitan University finished first overall with 180 points, becoming the inaugural Canadian Universities Jiu-Jitsu Champion.
Competition Format & Divisions
The Canadian University Jiu-Jitsu Championship (CUJC) is designed to be both inclusive and high-level, offering a variety of competitive opportunities that reflect the diversity and commitment of student-athletes across the country.
Divisions
CUJC features three main forms of competition for eligible university and college students:
Men’s Divisions Gi & No-Gi
Beginner (White belt)- 62kg, 69kg, 77kg, 85kg, 94kg, +94kg
Intermediate (Blue, Purple, Brown, Black)- 62kg, 69kg, 77kg, 85kg, 94kg, +94kg
Women’s Divisions Gi & No-Gi
Beginner (White belt)- 48kg, 52kg, 57kg, 63kg, 70kg, +70kg
Intermediate (Blue, Purple, Brown, Black)- 48kg, 52kg, 57kg, 63kg, 70kg, +70kg
Co-Ed Quintet Division (CUJC’s Flagship Format)
The Co-Ed Quintet is CUJC’s dedicated university team competition.
Each institution fields a team of three male and two female competitors. Teams compete directly against one another in a winner-stays-on format, adding strategy, team composition and institutional representation to the championship.
The Quintet carries the highest point value toward the overall institutional standings, reflecting its team-based format and importance to the university championship.
Who Can Compete at CUJC?
The Canadian Universities Jiu-Jitsu Championship (CUJC) is open to college and university students across Canada who are ready to represent their institution and compete on a national stage.
Eligibility Criteria to compete at CUJC 2026:
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Be currently enrolled in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution (college or university).
No club at your school yet?
You can still sign up.
If your institution doesn’t currently have a CUJA-affiliated BJJ club, you’re still encouraged to fill out our interest form. We’ll help connect you with others at your school or support the creation of a new club.
Graduate, Medical, and Law Students, You’re Welcome Too!
CUJC is open to all full-time and part-time students, including those enrolled in:
Undergraduate programs, Graduate studies (Master’s, PhD), Medical School, Law School, and other professional programs will compete in the same divisions as your fellow student athletes — united by skill level, not academic standing.
Belt Levels & Division Info:
We currently welcome competitors ranked:
White Belt – Beginner & Intermediate
Blue Belt
Purple Belt
Brown Belt
Black Belt
Note:
For now, brown belts and black belts will not be eligible to compete in the quintet.
However, if we receive enough interest, we’re open to creating advanced divisions specifically for brown and black belts. If that's you, sign up and let us know!
Division Formats:
Gi & No-Gi brackets based on belt and weight
The co-ed quintet format: 5-person teams (3 men + 2 women).
Points-based university rankings and awards
Registration Fee:
The competition fee is $65 CAD per competitor, payable once formal registration opens.
Event Details
Date: March 13th, 2027
Location: Mattamy Athletic Centre (former Maple Leafs Garden), Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), Toronto, Ontario
Sanctioned by: Ontario Jiu-Jitsu Association (OJA)