City Champs No-gi Invitational
Presented by Combat Corner
Join us for an unforgettable evening of elite no-gi grappling, community spirit, and youth empowerment. The City Champs No-Gi Invitational, presented by Combat Corner Professional, brings together top athletes, local supporters, and passionate martial artists — all to raise funds for the City Champs Youth Program, which provides free martial arts classes to underserved youth across Milwaukee.
Event
Details
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Location: Combat Corner Professional, Milwaukee, WI
Tickets: Limited to ~100 guests (General Admission & VIP)
🎟 General Admission: $40
🎟 VIP Experience: $100 (front-row seating, food, drinks, and swag bag included)
Event Production
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Livestream & Media: Professional production team with livestream overlays, photography, and highlight reels.
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Announcing & Atmosphere: Live MC, DJ, walkout music, and a high-energy spectator experience.
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Athlete Experience: Dedicated warmup space, weigh-ins, gift bags (gear, shirts, hydration), and professional staff.
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Staffing: Certified referees, medics, scorekeepers, and volunteers ensure a safe and organized event.
Awards & Recognition
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Best Match
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Best Submission / Fastest Submission
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Cash or gear prizes (sponsor-funded)
A Night of Jiu-Jitsu for a Cause
Submission-only Superfights
15–20 matches featuring standout adult competitors using the Jeff Curran Invitational rules.
Limited
Seating
Limited seating available! We have just 100 spots for General Admission and VIP guests. Don’t miss out and reserve your seat today!
Livestream
Available
The fights will be available for fans to enjoy via livestream, ensuring that you don't miss a moment of the action.
Schedule
Doors Open – 4:30 PM
Undercard – 5:00 PM
Main card – 6:00 PM
How This Events Supports City Champs
Every ticket, sponsor, and donation helps fund City Champs martial arts programs in Milwaukee — supporting over 2,000 local youth every year.
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Ticket Options
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General Admission – $40
Enjoy all matches with full access to event seating. Option to donate extra at checkout. -
VIP Experience – $100
Front-row seating, complimentary food & drinks, and an exclusive swag bag. -
City Champs Families: Reserved seating available
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Gentle Art Lifestyle Camp Attendees: Ticket included with camp registration
Other ways to give
Athlete Fundraiser
Each competitor runs a personal fundraising page. Fans can pledge per match, donate a fixed amount, or join raffles for gear and lessons.
Match Partners
Help double the impact by pledging to match donations up to a set cap.
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Raffles & Auction
Bid on premium jiu-jitsu gear, private lessons, and local business baskets.
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Event Merch
Grab exclusive City Champs Invitational shirts, patches, and posters — available on-site and online.
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