# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hatsu Geiko 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: New Year’s Day training, Hatsu Geiko at IBJJA at NOON!

We always have over 100 on the mat and there is plenty of room! This event is a lot of people’s favorite event of the year!

Many traditional Japanese art practitioners observe Hatsu Geiko (初稽古) in and outside Japan.  Since Jiu-Jitsu is a Japanese art we adopted the tradition over 15 years ago.
It started in olden samurai times around the 15th century and adopted in modern times around 1885. 
 
Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo started it in his headquarters dojo at that time and it has become a national custom.  

Unlike New Year’s resolutions, that generally fail, Hatsu Geiko is a celebration of renewal, rededication, and spirit. 

Please come join us for lots of rounds and chatting with Teammates from other Academies!

IBJJA
647 US-31 N
Greenwood, IN 46142

(South of Fry Rd., Next to Buca Di Beppo)
January 1st at NOON!

Please click the link to complete a waiver if you haven’t been in within the last year.
https://sparkpages.io/forms/?frm=_Pvw
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/greenwood/hatsu-geiko-2026/200029276744845
- **Event Categories**: new-year, art, sports, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 135

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Greenwood
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 647 US 31 N, Greenwood, IN
- **lat**: 39.6246
- **long**: -86.11786
- **full address**: 647 US 31 N, Greenwood, IN, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Hatsu Geiko 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Hatsu Geiko 2026 takes place on Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 647 US 31 N, Greenwood, IN, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Hatsu Geiko 2026?
  - **A:** Hatsu Geiko 2026 is organized by Indiana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy - IBJJA.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Hatsu Geiko 2026 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Greenwood, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 130+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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