Uelzen State Individual Championships: Ju-Jutsu Showdown
Event Overview
The Uelzener Pestalozzi Hall will host the first-ever state individual championships in Ju-Jutsu on the first weekend in March. Organized by the Lower Saxony Ju-Jutsu Association (NJJV), the event promises intense competition and high-level martial arts action. JC Riestedt will be on the mat as a dedicated organizer, ensuring a seamless experience for all participants.
Key Details
| Total Participants | Clubs | Judges |
|---|---|---|
| 348 | 29 | Up to 15 |
Timetable of the Competitions
Saturday, 01.03.2025 – Fighting
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. | Official opening with honors for athletes with special merits |
| 9:00 a.m. | Start of the competitions in Fighting, beginning with the U8 class |
| At noon | Award ceremonies for the children’s classes |
| About 11:30 a.m. | Competitions for U18, U21, and senior classes in respective weight classes |
| 6:00 p.m. | Award ceremony and conclusion of the first day of the competition |
Sunday, 02.03.2025 – BJJ & BJJ NO-Gi
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. | Official opening |
| 9:00 a.m. | Start of the BJJ competitions, beginning with U8 to seniors in the GI |
| At noon | Award ceremony for BJJ GI classes |
| Approx. 1:30 p.m. | Start of BJJ NO-GI fights (U18, U21, seniors) |
| 5:00 p.m. | Award ceremony and official conclusion of the state individual championships |
Competitors
Riestedt
| Name | Discipline | Notes | Image |
|---|---|---|---|
| Till Grefe | Fighting | First-time state-level competitor | |
| Amira Dähre | Fighting | First-time state-level competitor |  |
| Flint Wolff Gen. Werksdorf | Fighting | First-time state-level competitor | |
| Joseph Solomon | BJJ | First-time state-level competitor | |
| Florian Kaiser | BJJ (-85 kg) | 3rd place in LEM 2023 |  |
| Lasse Schürmann | BJJ (+94 kg) | 3rd place in LEM 2023 |  |
| Jonas Klehr | BJJ (-94 kg) | Second in the last LEM and Northern Championships |  |
| Dennis Meyer | BJJ (-94 kg) | Reigning national champion and third in the German Championships 2023 |  |
Coastal
| Discipline | Number of Competitors | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fighting | 7 | From youth to seniors |
| BJJ | 4 | |
| BJJ NO-GI | 3 |
Favorite Competitor
| Name | Discipline | Notes | Image |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manuel Neddens | Fighting (+94 kg) | Reigning North German champion |  |
Discipline Breakdown
Fighting
Fighting consists of three phases: beating techniques, transitional stand/floor (throwing techniques), and floor combat (holding and fixing techniques). Points are awarded for clean techniques in each phase. A “Full Ippon” ends the fight early if the highest rating is achieved in all three parts; otherwise, the total points decide after a 3-minute fight.
BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu)
BJJ focuses on flooring, awarding points for dominant positions like mount and back mount. A complete victory is achieved through submission using levers or strangling techniques. The fighting time is 5 minutes, and athletes wear a GI (combat suit).
BJJ NO-GI
BJJ NO-GI is a modern, dynamic form of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu where fighters wear Rashguard and shorts instead of a GI. Grasping on clothing is not allowed, leading to faster and more dynamic fighting. This variant promises exciting duels at a high level and is held for the first time at this Lower Saxony Championship.
A Weekend Full of Martial Arts Action
The state individual championships in Uelzen offer high-class Ju-Jutsu sports and exciting competitions in various disciplines. Spectators can look forward to impressive techniques, gripping fights, and outstanding performances from the athletes. Whether Fighting, BJJ, or NO-GI, there is something for every martial arts enthusiast!