Get ready, Las Vegas: Zen Planner is heading to the World No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025

The mats are heating up, and one of the most prestigious events of the World No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025 is just around the corner. From December 11–13, 2025, the Zen Planner team will be onsite at the event at the Las Vegas Convention Center (Hall N3 / N4). In case you didn’t know, it is a premier gathering where thousands of athletes, coaches, and gym owners converge for three days of elite competition and community connection.

As a proud Gold Sponsor, Zen Planner is excited to support this landmark event and engage directly with the passionate martial arts community that inspires our work every day.

Whether you’re coming to compete, coach, or support your team from the stands, No-Gi Worlds is one of those rare weekends that delivers something for everyone. Athletes get the chance to test themselves on a world stage, coaches get a front-row view of what’s working at the highest levels, and academy owners walk away with new ideas for how to elevate the student experience back home. If you’ve ever wanted a single event that blends performance, learning, and community in one place, this is it.

Why this Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu championship is a must-attend event

The World No-Gi Championship is more than a global competition. It’s a cornerstone event for the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community. Each year, the IBJJF brings together top athletes and dedicated practitioners to celebrate technical mastery, discipline, and sportsmanship.

To make the most of the weekend, come in with a simple game plan. Watch divisions that mirror your gym’s core students so you can spot techniques and pacing your members will actually use. Pay attention to how top athletes manage transitions under the No-Gi rule set—those small strategic choices often become the next wave of what students want to learn.

Don’t underestimate the value of the vendor and community areas: some of the best conversations (and best takeaways) happen between matches.

But for gym owners, coaches, and school operators, the event is just as valuable off the mats:

• It’s a space to learn new training approaches
• A chance to explore business tools and resources
• An opportunity to connect with industry experts
• A moment to gain inspiration for your academy’s growth

This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with those who power the martial arts industry from the inside out.

How Zen Planner supports martial arts gym owners

Running a martial arts academy requires precision, organization, and connection both in coaching and behind the scenes. Zen Planner, paired with SugarWOD, helps gym owners manage the operational side of their business so they can focus on training and community.

At the event, our team will be showcasing how Zen Planner’s martial arts management software helps gyms in the following ways:

• Simplify day-to-day operations: Our tools streamline scheduling, billing, attendance tracking, and reporting — all in one easy-to-use platform.
• Build stronger member relationships: With better visibility into member engagement and performance, gyms can improve retention and create more personalized training experiences.
• Strengthen business workflows: From automated communication to performance tracking through SugarWOD, Zen Planner supports long-term growth and efficiency.
• Manage both fitness and martial arts programming: Many academies run hybrid programs, and our software makes it easy to blend martial arts, fitness classes, open mats, and specialty sessions.
• Every academy’s schedule has its own rhythm: kids classes rolling into adult No-Gi, open mats stacked next to fundamentals, and new students trying their first week alongside seasoned competitors.

When your front desk and coaching team are juggling that many moving pieces, even small operational gaps can create big friction for members. Zen Planner helps keep those details organized and automated, so your team can stay focused on coaching, culture, and growth instead of chasing paperwork.

What to expect at the Zen Planner booth

Throughout the championship weekend, the Zen Planner team will be set up in booth TBD (more details coming soon). Attendees can look forward to:

• Live product demos: See firsthand how the platform improves workflows, member experience, and business operations.
• 1:1 conversations with Zen Planner experts: Get your questions answered and explore solutions tailored to your gym’s needs.
• Exclusive giveaways and event perks: Stop by the booth for some fun extras throughout the weekend.
• Opportunities to share feedback: We’re here to listen, and your insights help shape future updates and features.

Bring your real-life questions. Many owners we meet are balancing late payments, trial follow-up, attendance drop-off, or hybrid programming. If any of that sounds familiar, we’ll walk through your current setup with you and show practical ways to simplify it so your systems support your growth instead of slowing it down.

How to prep for the event

Quick prep can turn a busy weekend into a great one. If you’re traveling with athletes or families, share a clear weekend schedule ahead of time so everyone knows when to warm up, weigh in, and regroup.

Plan recovery and refuel windows between matches and leave room to explore the vendor hall; it’s one of the easiest ways to pick up new ideas, gear, and connections without adding extra stress. A little structure upfront helps your team stay present and enjoy the experience once the first match starts.

In case you’re attending the World No-Gi Championship in Las Vegas, we’d love to meet you. Stop by our booth, chat with our team, and explore how Zen Planner can help simplify your operations and drive stronger retention.

In addition, connect with us ahead of time and preview what we’re bringing to the event.

See you in Las Vegas!