The Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts (GAMMA) proudly welcomes the Pan American MMA community to Chía, Colombia, for the GAMMA Pan American Championship 2026, taking place from 8–13 September 2026.
On behalf of GAMMA, President Tommy Paulus Hermawan extends his warmest welcome to all participating National Federations, Presidents, Athletes, Coaches, Technical Delegates, Officials, Referees, Judges, VIP Guests, partners, and friends who will come together in Colombia for an extraordinary celebration of sport, unity, and international friendship.
This year's Championship represents a truly historic milestone for GAMMA.
For the first time in the history of the GAMMA Pan American Championship, 19 countries will participate, setting a new continental participation record and sending a powerful message about the growth, strength, and momentum of Mixed Martial Arts throughout Pan America.
19 NATIONS – ONE GAMMA FAMILY
Argentina | Barbados | Belize | Bolivia | Brazil | Colombia | Dominican Republic | Ecuador | Honduras | Mexico | Nicaragua | Panama | Peru | Puerto Rico | Suriname | Trinidad & Tobago | United States of America (USA) | Uruguay | Venezuela
Every flag represents a nation.
Every athlete represents a dream.
Every Federation represents years of commitment and development.
And together, these 19 nations represent something even greater:
Τhe future of GAMMA in Pan America.
A MESSAGE FROM GAMMA PRESIDENT TOMMY PAULUS HERMAWAN
“It is with great pride and emotion that I welcome our entire GAMMA family to Chía, Colombia, for this historic Pan American Championship.Nineteen participating nations represent much more than a record. They represent the confidence of our National Federations, the dreams of our athletes and the extraordinary potential of Mixed Martial Arts across the Pan American continent.
To every athlete: compete with courage, discipline and respect.To every coach: continue to educate and inspire.
To our Referees, Judges and Technical Officials: protect fairness, integrity and the dignity of every competitor.
To our Presidents and National Federation leaders: thank you for believing in our shared vision and for building the future of GAMMA together.And to our Colombian hosts: thank you for opening your doors and your hearts to the international GAMMA family.This Championship belongs to all of us.”
MORE THAN A CHAMPIONSHIP
The GAMMA Pan American Championship 2026 is not simply about competition, victories and medals.
- It is about people.
- It is about nations meeting through sport.
- It is about athletes learning to respect one another beyond borders.
- It is about creating opportunities for the next generation.
And it is about building an international sporting community based on integrity, education, inclusion, friendship, and mutual respect.
This is the spirit of the New Era of GAMMA:
Competition with purpose.
Education with vision.
Leadership with responsibility.
Growth with integrity.
