2026 Union Jiu-Jitsu Roll-A-Thon
Join us for a 24-hour endurance grappling event in support of the Chatham Goodfellows and their "No Child Without a Christmas" campaign. Open to all academies, affiliations, and skill levels.
*Note: Car-Jitsu participants must also be registered for the Roll-A-Thon ($50 total entry).
About The Event & How To Participate
From 12:00 PM on Friday, November 27 until 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 28, we are keeping the mats live for 24 straight hours at Union Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you roll for 20 minutes, drop in for the seminar, or test your grit across the full 24 hours, everyone is welcome.
Entry & Participation Details:
- $25 Per Person (24-Hour Mat Access): Gives you full access to come and go across the entire 24-hour event, including open mat rolling and the No-Gi seminar.
- Also Register for Car-Jitsu (+$25 • Limited Spots): Want to test your skills inside a vehicle? You can also register for our Car-Jitsu mini-tournament for an additional $25 (must be registered for the Roll-A-Thon too, making it $50 total). Spots are strictly limited.
- Canned Goods & Toy Drive: Non-perishable food items and new, unwrapped toys are heavily encouraged on top of your entry donation.
- Mandatory Event Waiver: All participants must complete the online registration and waiver prior to stepping on the mats.
Who It Benefits: Chatham Goodfellows
Founded in 1954, the Chatham Goodfellows have spent over 70 years operating under one unwavering mission: ensuring there is "No Child Without a Christmas" across Chatham-Kent.
Every dollar, toy, and food item collected goes directly toward holiday hampers and winter necessities for local families in need. Here is a look at the recent annual impact made possible by community donations:
Featured Highlights & Prizes
Special events running throughout the 24-hour marathon.
Head coach of Apex MMA, Cesar "The Hulk" Bonilla is donating his time to run a high-level No-Gi wrestling in BJJ seminar during the Roll-A-Thon.
Also register for Car-Jitsu (must be registered for the Roll-A-Thon too; $50 total). Battle for control using seatbelts, headrests, and tight quarters for a $100 Gift Card to Crow City Brewhouse in Chatham.
The participant who clocks the most time on the mats over the 24 hours earns a FREE entry to the May 2027 Windsor Open BJJ Tournament, hosted by James Linton (Uncle MMA).
Official Participant T-Shirts are proudly sponsored by TekSavvy. Plus, all participants have a shot at winning a brand new Gi donated by Canadian company Stonebelt Fightwear as a door prize.
24-Hour Event Schedule
Running Friday, Nov 27 (12:00 PM) through Saturday, Nov 28 (12:00 PM). Specific seminar and bracket times will be posted shortly.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
This community fundraiser is made possible by the generous support of local and Canadian businesses. Click any sponsor below to learn more about them.
From Apex MMA, generously donating his time and expertise to teach the No-Gi Wrestling for BJJ seminar.
Located at 162 King St. W in downtown Chatham. Donating a $100 gift card for the winner of the Car-Jitsu mini-tournament.
Canadian fightwear brand donating a premium BJJ Gi as a participant door prize.
Official sponsor of the 2026 Roll-A-Thon Participant T-Shirts.
Hosted by James Linton (Uncle MMA). Providing free registration to the May 2027 tournament for the longest roller.
Ready to Hit the Mats for a Cause?
Secure your spot for the 24-hour Roll-A-Thon ($25), and if you're up for the challenge, also register for Car-Jitsu (+$25 • limited spots available).
*Must be registered for the Roll-A-Thon to compete in Car-Jitsu ($50 total).