Is there a way to make it just a "seminar" or "training day"... sort of how we used to do throwdowns. Everyone goes on their own accord.

I think you could just sanction it across the river but that would take time, energy and money... though guys who are going to show and do it right deserve it. At the same time, I'm all for seeing it happen instead of bad mouthing it.

Of course, and this goes for any venue, the organizers always set the stage for their advantage. For example, sounds like the ground game is not free, where a BJJ guy can take his time and wind someone down, just work them in side control.

This is why I like MMA so much: universal rules. Fair weights. Doctors.

I know how the kung fu guys think, I spent a lot of time with them.... I've done kick boxing, I've done MMA, I've done the meet in the park. Sanctioned events draw the best fighters. These are guys that like to hit people, train very hard and are at top condition.