VERIFY YOUR DIVISION:
- Log into your Smoothcomp account or download the new Smoothcomp Mobile App.
- Check that your age, gender, weight, and skill level are accurate.
- Edit your profile if needed and save your changes.
- Contact your TSMA school staff if you need help.
⚠️ You must be in the correct weight class or you risk disqualification.
RING ASSIGNMENT:
- Ring/mat assignments and estimated match times will be posted on Smoothcomp by Friday before the event.
- Plan to arrive at your assigned ring at least 45 minutes before your scheduled match time.
- Match times are estimated and subject to change. Monitor your Smoothcomp account for updates.
You will receive any important notifications at this email address and/or the mobile phone number you have listed on your Smoothcomp account.
ARRIVAL TIME:
Venue: NJ Convention & Exposition Center
Address: 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08837
Doors Open: 8:15 AM
Arrival times will be emailed to participants based on age and division. These are recommended times to help manage flow and wait times.
NOTE: Your actual competition time may be much later depending upon where your bracket is located within your age group’s event.
CHECK-IN PROCEDURE:
All competitors, spectators and staff will pass through the check-in booths located in the lobby.
- Adults competing: Receive a hand stamp (no admission fee), then report to your ring.
- Little Tigers & Tigers: Parent/guardian first pays spectator fee, then goes to the ring.
- Staff & Judges: Receive a stamp for free admission and report to the designated area
SPECTATOR ADMISSION:
- Spectators (Adults): $25
- Children 15 & Under: Free cash per person
- 4% fee applies to credit card payments
- 4% fee applies to credit card payments
WEIGH-INS (MANDATORY):
A mandatory weigh-in will take place at the station closest to your assigned competition ring.
- Upon arrival at the arena, proceed directly to the nearest weigh-in station for your ring. The earlier you weigh in, the greater the chance that any necessary adjustments to your division can be made.
- Competitors must be wearing their full competition uniform during weigh-in.
You must not exceed the maximum weight for your registered division — doing so may result in disqualification.
Glove Requirements (Kickboxing/MMA)
10 yrs & Under
6 oz minimum
11-14 yrs
10 oz minimum
15 yrs & Over
14 oz minimum
SPORTSMANSHIP & RULES:
- At the Challenge of Champions, we take sportsmanship very seriously!
- Please remember that the decision of the judges is final and any competitor acting in an unsportsmanlike or disrespectful manner will be automatically disqualified.
- Other ways to receive an Automatic Disqualification are:
- Failure to make the weight limit for your division
- Violation of protective equipment rules
- Use of intentional illegal techniques or
- Obvious disregard for the rules
- All spectators including parents must adhere to the above sportsmanship standards as well, otherwise they will be asked to leave the arena and lose the privilege to watch the competitor/child they came to support.
FULL RULES & REGULATIONS:
For complete rules and gear guidelines, visit our official rules page. Make sure you and your family understand them before the event.
FINAL CHECKLIST
- ✅ Smoothcomp profile updated?
- ✅ Gear packed (gloves, uniform, water, ID)?
- ✅ Know your arrival time?
- ✅ Confirmed division and weight class?
We can’t wait to see you at COC 55. Train hard, compete strong, and represent with honor!