Certified BBQ Judge (CBJ)
Get ready to turn your love of BBQ into something official — and thrilling! This KCBS Certified BBQ Judge class gives you the keys to judge on the biggest BBQ stages across the country and around the world.
When: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost: $125
Must be a KCBS member to attend class. You can sign up here
What you’ll experience:
High-energy, hands-on training led by KCBS instructors.
Learn to evaluate world-class chicken, ribs, pork and brisket using the same standards pro contests use.
Taste authentic competition entries as you learn — sharpen your palate while you score.
Practical, half-day format gets you ready fast: by the end of the class you’ll be prepared to sign up and judge at local competitions.
Why take it:
Join the community of official BBQ judges and gain credentials recognized nationwide.
Deepen your BBQ knowledge, improve your tasting skills, and be part of the action behind the tents.
Fun, social, and delicious — this is the fastest route from fan to official judge.
Space is limited — sign up and step into the heart of competitive BBQ!
Certified BBQ Judge (CBJ)
Get ready to turn your love of BBQ into something official — and thrilling! This KCBS Certified BBQ Judge class gives you the keys to judge on the biggest BBQ stages across the country and around the world.
When: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost: $125
Must be a KCBS member to attend class. You can sign up here
What you’ll experience:
High-energy, hands-on training led by KCBS instructors.
Learn to evaluate world-class chicken, ribs, pork and brisket using the same standards pro contests use.
Taste authentic competition entries as you learn — sharpen your palate while you score.
Practical, half-day format gets you ready fast: by the end of the class you’ll be prepared to sign up and judge at local competitions.
Why take it:
Join the community of official BBQ judges and gain credentials recognized nationwide.
Deepen your BBQ knowledge, improve your tasting skills, and be part of the action behind the tents.
Fun, social, and delicious — this is the fastest route from fan to official judge.
Space is limited — sign up and step into the heart of competitive BBQ!
