5–6 November 2026 · Federation Level Only

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Federation-Level Elite Competition

The Elite Championships bring together the strongest athletes nominated by Commonwealth National Federations. This is the premier event showcasing elite-level Karate with livestreamed finals reaching global audiences.

At a Glance

Format

Kata & Kumite

Dates

5–6 November

Entry

NGB Nominated Only

Venue

Glasgow International Arena

Schedule

Programme

Wed 4 Nov

CKF Congress (4.30–6.30pm, Trades Hall Glasgow) · Civic Reception (7.00–9.00pm, Glasgow City Chambers)

Thu 5 Nov

8.30am–12.00pm: Athletes' accreditation & weigh-in (passport/ID required) · From 1.00pm: Day 1 — Team Kata · Team Kumite · Opening Ceremony

Fri 6 Nov

From 8.30am: Day 2 — Individual Kata · Individual Kumite

Competition

Categories & Divisions

Kata

Male KataYouth (12-13) · Cadet (14-15) · Junior (16-17) · U21 (18-20) · Senior (16+) · Para-Kata

Female KataYouth (12-13) · Cadet (14-15) · Junior (16-17) · U21 (18-20) · Senior (16+) · Para-Kata

Team KataJunior (14-17) & Senior (16+) · Male & Female Teams

Kumite

Male KumiteYouth -40 to +55kg · Cadet -52 to +70kg · Junior -55 to +76kg · U21 & Senior -60 to +84kg

Female KumiteYouth -42 to +52kg · Cadet -47 to +61kg · Junior -48 to +66kg · U21 & Senior -50 to +68kg

Team KumiteSenior (18+) · Male & Female Teams

Competition Rules

Key Requirements

WKF competition rules apply throughout — WKF approved protective equipment and attire are compulsory

Open to National Team athletes only — maximum of two athletes per category per National Team

Athletes entering the Elite event may also enter the Club Championships

Kata and Kumite disciplines, including Para-Kata (Sport Classes K30, K10, K21, K22)

WADA anti-doping rules apply throughout the championships

Entries close 11 October 2026 — entry fees paid by PayPal via Sportdata (non-refundable)

Glasgow International Arena

1000 London Road, Glasgow G40 3HG, Scotland

12,500 capacity · World-class facilities · Proven international venue

Downloads

Event Documents

Event Bulletin V2 — 21 April 2026

Official event bulletin including schedule, categories, fees, venue, travel & visa information · PDF · 17 pages