{"id":661,"date":"2026-05-28T05:40:48","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T09:40:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graciebarra.com\/europe\/?post_type=news&p=661"},"modified":"2026-05-28T10:51:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T14:51:13","slug":"compnet-european-championship-2026-lisbon","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/graciebarra.com\/europe\/news\/compnet-european-championship-2026-lisbon\/","title":{"rendered":"Why you should be at the CompNet European Championship 2026: A celebration of Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu"},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\u201cCompNet is where our students put into action everything they learn in class. It\u2019s a celebration of progress, effort, and unity. Every student who steps on the mat grows as a martial artist and as a person.\u201d…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","meta":{"article":"At Gracie Barra, we believe that Jiu-Jitsu is more than just a martial art \u2014 it\u2019s a lifestyle, a community, and a journey of constant self-improvement. One of the most powerful ways to grow \u2014 both on and off the mats \u2014 is by taking part in CompNet, and there\u2019s no better opportunity than the CompNet European Championship 2026.<\/span>\r\n

WHAT IS COMPNET?<\/b><\/h4>\r\nCompNet \u2014 short for the Gracie Barra Competition Network \u2014 was created to provide GB students with a safe, well-organised, and supportive environment to test their skills. But it\u2019s not just about medals and results. CompNet is about stepping outside your comfort zone, pushing your limits, and connecting with the wider GB family.<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhat makes CompNet truly unique is that it\u2019s exclusively for Gracie Barra students. This means every competitor shares the same values, training methods, and spirit of mutual respect, creating an atmosphere that\u2019s both competitive, collaborative and safe.<\/span>\r\n\r\nMaster Carlos Gracie Jr. perfectly summed up the vision behind CompNet:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cThe idea is to have a competition that provides the same kind of environment and culture that we have inside our schools. A place where the athletes can feel comfortable and confident.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nCompNet is not only about competition \u2014 it's an extension of our training, our character, and our community.<\/span>\r\n

SAVE THE DATE: 1ST NOVEMBER 2026 IN LISBON<\/b><\/h4>\r\nWe\u2019re excited to announce that the CompNet European Championship 2026 will take place on 1st November 2026 in Lisbon.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThis highly anticipated event will bring together Gracie Barra schools from across Europe for an unforgettable celebration of Jiu-Jitsu, teamwork, and personal growth.<\/span>\r\n\r\nStudents from different countries and academies will compete in a full day of friendly, high-level matches in true GB style.<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhether you\u2019re testing yourself for the first time or aiming to bring home another medal for your academy, this is an unmissable event for every GB student.<\/span>\r\n

WHO CAN COMPETE?<\/b><\/h4>\r\nThe CompNet European Championship is open to all Gracie Barra students \u2014 from Little Champions and Teens to Adults and Masters. Whether you\u2019re a beginner or an experienced competitor, there\u2019s a division suited to you.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTo take part, you\u2019ll need to:<\/span>\r\n