Glasgow International Arena · 5–8 November 2026
Event Information
Overview
At a Glance
Elite Championships
5–6 Nov · Federation Only
Club Championships
7–8 Nov · Open to WKF Clubs
Venue
Glasgow International Arena
Dates
5–8 November 2026
Competing Nations
30+ Commonwealth Nations
Duration
4 Days
Official Messages
Forewords
World Karate Federation
"Over the years, the Commonwealth Karate Championships has become a key event for the development and strengthening of karate across Commonwealth nations. The continued growth of this competition reflects the shared commitment of its member federations to promote the values that define our sport: respect, discipline, perseverance, and friendship.
Glasgow, a city with a tremendous sporting tradition and a deep appreciation for Karate, offers the perfect setting for this anticipated tournament.
I wish all competitors the very best in their performances and hope that this championship will be remembered not only for its sporting achievements but also for the values and spirit that lie at the heart of karate."
Antonio Espinós
President — World Karate Federation
Karate Scotland
"On behalf of Karate Scotland, it is with great pleasure that I warmly welcome delegates and athletes from around the world to Scotland and the great city of Glasgow, and look forward to your participation in the 12th Commonwealth Karate Championships.
Hosting this prestigious event is both an honour and a recognition of our ongoing efforts to promote karate, providing a platform for nurturing budding karate talent in Scotland and indeed the Commonwealth nations.
I wish all delegations a successful championship and an incredible experience in Scotland."
Paul Giannandrea
Chairperson & President — Karate Scotland
Schedule
Event Programme
The detailed competition schedule will be fixed after online registration closes and athlete numbers are finalised.
Wed 4 Nov
4.30–6.30pm
CKF Congress
Trades Hall Glasgow, 85 Glassford Street, G1 1UH · Welcome with refreshments from 4.00pm
Wed 4 Nov
7.00–9.00pm
Civic Reception
Glasgow City Chambers, 82 George Square, G2 1DU · Hosted by the Lord Provost of Glasgow
Thu 5 Nov
8.30am–12.00pm
Athletes' Accreditation & Weigh-In (Elite event only)
Glasgow International Arena · Passport/ID card must be presented · Guardian Girls 9.30–11.30am · Referees Briefing 10.00–11.30am
Thu 5 Nov
From 1.00pm
ELITE Competition — Day 1
Team Kata · Team Kumite · Opening Ceremony
Fri 6 Nov
From 8.30am
ELITE Competition — Day 2
Individual Kata · Individual Kumite
Sat 7 Nov
From 8.30am
CLUB Competition — Day 1
Individual Kata · Team Kata · Children's/Youth Kumite · Cadet Kumite · Cadet Team Kumite
Sun 8 Nov
From 8.30am
CLUB Competition — Day 2
Junior Kumite · U21 Kumite · Senior Kumite · Junior Team Kumite · Senior Team Kumite
Sun 8 Nov
9.00pm
Farewell Party
Celtic Park, Kerrydale Suite
Structure
Competition Format
Elite Championships
5–6 November. Federation level only — senior and junior athletes compete for Commonwealth titles in Kata and Kumite. Entry is by National Federation nomination only. Competition follows WKF rules.
Club Championships
7–8 November. Open to any club or individual affiliated to a WKF-recognised Commonwealth nation — no NGB nomination required. Multiple age categories and divisions. Entries via National Federation through Sportdata.
Downloads
Event Documents
Entry Fees
Competition Entry Fees
⚠ Closing date for entries & fee payment: 11 October 2026 · Fees are non-refundable
Competitor Fees
Elite Championships
Club Championships
Payment via PayPal through Sportdata
Spectator Tickets
Spectator tickets will be available online from Ticket Tailor soon.
Note: A CKF affiliation fee per federation (2-year membership) must be paid in Glasgow prior to the event.
Official Document
Event Bulletin V4
Event Bulletin V4 — 25 August 2026
Full tournament rules, categories, schedule, travel & visa information · PDF