# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s





Submission-Only Grappling Tournament for a Cause



Join us for Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s, a submission-only grappling tournament bringing together athletes of all experience levels for a day of competition, sportsmanship, and community impact.



This event raises funds to support Parkinson’s research and treatment, helping improve quality of life and advance care for those affected by Parkinson’s disease.



Modern Gladiator Fight Training Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Portions of registration fees and all donations are tax-deductible.



Whether you’re competing on the mats or supporting from the sidelines, every match helps push the fight forward.







Event Highlights





7-minute submission-only matches

Beginner & Advanced divisions

Sudden death overtime (takedown with control)

Individual and team-based scoring

All proceeds benefit Parkinson’s research and treatment









Fees





Men’s divisions: $50

Women’s divisions: $25

Children’s divisions: $25









Event Schedule





Date: April 18, 2026

Weigh-ins: Begin at 8:30 AM

Location: Modern Gladiator Fight Training Academy









Mat Area Notice





To ensure smooth scheduling and efficient event flow:



Beginner Division matches will take place on the entry room mat (front mat area)

Advanced Division matches will take place on the main training area mat

Divisions will run concurrently

Please remain near your assigned mat and listen for your name when called

Event staff will coordinate brackets to ensure adequate rest between matches









Official Grappling Ruleset







1. Match Format





Regulation Time: Adult divisions = 7 minutes, submission-only
					Children = 5 minutes, submission-only

Overtime: If no submission occurs, the match proceeds to Sudden Death Overtime



First athlete to score a valid takedown with dominant control wins (see Section 7)











2. Divisions







Beginner Division





Intended for:



Competitors with less than 2 years of total grappling experience across all styles (BJJ, wrestling, judo, sambo, etc.)

Recreational or entry-level competitors with limited or no competition background





Restrictions:



Heel hooks prohibited

Standing submissions prohibited

All general safety rules apply









Advanced Division





Intended for:



Competitors with 2 or more years of consistent grappling experience

Athletes with formal training or prior competition experience





Additional Techniques Allowed:



Heel hooks permitted

Standing submissions permitted (must be applied with control)

Reaping permitted and recognized as a valid control position

Muffling permitted (covering mouth/nose to disrupt breathing), applied safely and with control









3. Legal Techniques





(All divisions unless otherwise noted)



Joint locks on arms, shoulders, legs, and feet

(e.g., armbars, Americana, knee bars, toe holds, straight ankle locks)

Chokes and strangles (air or blood-based)

Positional control from mount, back control, side control, turtle, knee-on-belly

Controlled takedowns meeting safety and control criteria

Reaping (Advanced only)

Standing submissions (Advanced only)

Muffling (Advanced only)









4. Illegal Techniques





(All divisions unless otherwise noted)



Spinal attacks (can openers, cervical cranks)

Heel hooks (Beginner division)

Standing submissions (Beginner division)

Muffling (Beginner division)

Flying scissor takedowns (kani basami, etc.)

Jumping guard pulls

Slams to escape submissions or cause injury

Small joint manipulation (fingers or toes)

Striking of any kind

Grabbing clothing in no-gi divisions

Unsportsmanlike or invasive actions

(oil checks, fish-hooking, fingers to throat, etc.)

Using walls or barriers (if present) for advantage

Intentional stalling or disengagement









5. Division Consolidation Policy





If registration numbers are low in one or more divisions, event organizers reserve the right to combine divisions.

When divisions are combined, Beginner Division rules will be applied to prioritize safety and fairness.







6. Sudden Death Overtime – Takedown Criteria





If no submission occurs during regulation time:





Definition of a Valid Takedown





A maneuver in which one athlete causes the opponent to transition from standing to the ground while maintaining or achieving dominant control.



Requirements:



Both athletes start standing

Clear offensive action causes the takedown

Clear cause-and-effect relationship

Initiating athlete lands in or immediately establishes dominant control

(side control, mount, back control, seatbelt, knee-on-belly, north/south, etc.)





Not a Takedown:



Guard pulls (even if followed by a pass)

Slips or trips without offensive initiation

Throws where the attacker lands underneath

Scrambles without a clear initiator





A takedown must result in decisive top or dominant control.







7. Team Awards & School Recognition





In addition to individual competition, team results will be tracked to recognize school performance.





Team Points System





Win by Submission: 3 points

Win by Sudden Death Takedown: 2 points

Participation: 1 point per registered athlete (per school)







Team Champion Award





The academy with the highest total score will be recognized as the

Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s Team Champion

Awards will be presented and results shared on event and academy platforms





This system rewards both competitive success and team participation—every athlete counts.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vinton/spring-showdown-against-parkinson’s/200029475755713
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, sports, contests, workshops, tournaments, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 33

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Vinton
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1110 Vinyard Rd, Vinton, VA, United States, Virginia 24179
- **lat**: 37.27109
- **long**: -79.88778
- **full address**: 1110 Vinyard Rd, Vinton, VA, United States, Virginia 24179

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f667b7652d079de84bdd9da02512d8dfa56c973a8244986330eb9be48291d08d-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc1c1b1b-gmir?v=1775798620

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s being held?
  - **A:** Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:30 pm at 1110 Vinyard Rd, Vinton, VA, United States, Virginia 24179.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s?
  - **A:** Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s is organized by Modern Gladiator.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vinton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Spring Showdown Against Parkinson’s sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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