* In 2025, Ground Control will feature Gi matches in our CJI-inspired Pit. If you’re a skilled submission grappler, reach out to join the action! For more information, contact us at 206-705-3968.
Proving Grounds is now featuring an Elite No-gi Division using the Global Submission Grappling Rule Set.
Everyone signed up in intermediate and advanced No-Gi divisions can join the Elite Division at no extra cost.
Wondering who the best of the best is, then enter the single-elimination bracket style tournament talking place in addition to your other divisions.
So if your about that life, Prove it! in our Elite No-Gi Division at Proving Grounds.
In terms of the number of matches a competitor gets to take advantage, a (4) person Round Robin is equal to or better (depending on the day you’re having) than an (8) person single elimination tournament. more matches, more learning. (round robin all-day)
In an effort to stay true to our mission of offering the best possible tournament format, we will be making a few significant changes for future events. The following changes should make for a more exciting, competitive, and inclusive event.
1. Most “Dominate Academy” award. This title will be given to the academy (defined by a single address/location. Not to be mistaken with affiliation/multi locations) with the greatest number of submission finishes.
2. Due to many requests, we are now adding a “Master 4” division for competitors 50+ years of age. It is our hopes that this will bring many more of our “not as young as we used to be” competitors out for a day of fun on the mats.
