Ready to Rise? Join the Kumite Challenge!
Tournament Information
Are you ready to test your skills and rise to the challenge?
Join us at the HAITO KYOKUSHIN KARATE NOVICE KIDS & JUNIORS KUMITE TOURNAMENT, a semi-contact competition designed to help young karatekas gain experience and prepare for future tournaments.
HAITO KYOKUSHIN KARATE NOVICE KIDS & JUNIORS KUMITE TOURNAMENT, emphasizes discipline, fairness and opportunity for new fighters. All participants must wear a clean white GI (kimono) and any logo is allowed, ensuring that sleeves and trousers are fully extended and not rolled up. Standard white elasticated shin and instep pads are mandatory, contestants must use approved fist-mitts, as specified by the organizers and males have to wear groin guards. ALL THESE ITEMS HAVE TO BE PRESENTED UPON THE CHECK-IN/WEIGHT-IN for inspection during the check-in/weigh-in. The scoring system is adjusted for novice competitors, with a lower threshold for strikes to the legs and body compared to adult competitions. Light contact with the head guard is allowed only with specific kicks, potentially earning a Wazari (point).
Where?
Our HAITO Karate Dojo.
Full Address:
UNIT 3, Wharf Road Industrial Estate,
Wharf Rd, Woodston,
Peterborough PE2 9PS
Free parking is available all day in the car park (please do not block other cars!) or on the road.
Unfortunately, as this event will take place on the 1st floor, we do not have access for wheelchairs.
When?
10th of May, 2025.
All participants have to check in, weigh in, show off the sparring kit for approval and sign the forms by the parents/guardian/instructor on the day between 10.00 am and 10.40 am. The tournament will start at 11.00 am!
For Who?
This competition is designed for young martial artists between 5 and 14 years old.
Grouping: Competitors will be matched into groups based on their weight (lighter or heavier) and age groups as follows: 5-7 years, 8-9 years, 10-11 years and 12-13 years.
Participant Requirements:
Minimum 3 months of martial arts experience and/or 10th KYU (first belt).
Belt Rank Limit:
No higher than 6th KYU in Kyokushin Karate (or equivalent).
Limited Competition Experience:
Competed in no more than two external tournaments in the past.
Open to members of all associations and clubs:
Tournament is open for all Kyokushin Karate organisations, clubs and members! Simply sign a disclaimer confirming you meet the experience and competition guidelines.
Registration deadline for Competitors and Spectators
Competitor Registration Deadline:
Register by the 1st of May, 2025 midnight
Registration might close sooner if we reach the maximum number of competitors allowed.
Spectator Ticket Deadline:
Purchase any ticket online by the 8th of May at midnight.
Family tickets are exclusively online and will not be sold at the venue.
Post-deadline, only single tickets will be available for purchase at the venue on the event day for £5 each. Children under the age of 5 can enter free of charge.
UNIT 3, Wharf Road Industrial Estate, Wharf Rd, Woodston, Peterborough PE2 9PS