Help Center
Find answers to common questions about using the Martial Arts Tournament Manager
Getting Started
How do I create an account?
Click "Sign Up" in the top navigation, enter your email and password, and follow the prompts. You'll need to verify your email address before accessing all features.
What type of account do I need?
Choose based on your role:
- Academy Owner: Register your academy to register students and manage your team
- Tournament Organizer: Create and manage competitions (requires academy account first)
- Judge: Score matches at competitions
Is there a cost to use the platform?
Creating an account and browsing competitions is free. Tournament organizers may pay fees based on the number of competitors. Check our pricing page for details.
Tournament Setup
How do I create a tournament?
After logging in, go to Dashboard → "Create Competition" and follow the wizard. You'll set basic info, invite academies, configure divisions, set up rings, and define registration dates.
How does the bracket algorithm work?
Our algorithm creates fair brackets by considering:
- Belt rank and experience level
- Age and weight class
- Academy affiliation (prevents same-academy early matchups)
- Win/loss records (if available)
Divisions are automatically sized to 4, 8, 16, or 32 competitors with fair bye distribution.
Can I customize divisions?
Yes! Define custom age ranges, belt levels, weight classes, and event types (sparring, forms, weapons, breaking) via the API or contact support for assistance.
How many rings should I have?
Recommended: 1 ring per 10-15 competitors. More rings = faster competition. Our system supports multi-ring management with real-time scheduling.
Registration
How do competitors register?
Coaches or academy owners register competitors through the competition registration page. They enter competitor details (name, age, belt, weight) and select events/divisions.
Can registrations be edited after submission?
Yes, registrations can be edited until brackets are finalized. After finalization, contact the tournament organizer for changes.
What if someone registers in the wrong division?
Tournament organizers can move competitors between divisions before finalizing brackets. After finalization, manual bracket adjustments may be required.
When should registration close?
We recommend closing registration at least 48 hours before the competition to allow time for bracket generation, review, and competitor notification.
Competition Day
How do I display brackets at my event?
Use the Display Monitor views accessible from your dashboard. These are optimized for TVs/projectors and update in real-time. No login required for public displays.
How does ring management work?
Assign brackets to rings via the Ring Control interface. The system tracks which brackets are active in each ring and updates displays automatically.
How do judges score matches?
Judges use the Judge Scoring interface on tablets or phones. They select the active bracket, enter scores, and submit. Results update instantly.
What if there's a scoring dispute?
Tournament organizers can review and override scores via the admin interface. The system logs all score changes for transparency.
What happens if the internet goes down?
We recommend having a backup internet connection. The system caches recent data, but real-time scoring requires connectivity. Contact support for offline contingency plans.
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