35th USA KARATE FEDERATION NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
The only official karate sports championships that is recognized by The USA Karate Federation , USA Karate Foundation, International Kwanmukan and the Kobudokan. This elite event is being held at the University of Akron, Memorial Hall Sunday November 15, 2009 in Akron, Ohio. Competition for all all ages and sexes in Kata, Kumite, Weapons Kata, and Chanbara will be held. In addition, there will be team competition for Kata, Kumite and Weapons Kata. Prior to the event there will be a Referee Course on Saturday and the Hall of Fame Party Saturday night in preparation for Sunday's Competition. Athletes who pre-register on-line will receive a free championship t-shirt.
Eligibility: All eligible competitors must be residents of the USA for the USA Karate National Championships but not for the international events. If you are in doubt of your eligibility, please call 330-388-3115 or email us. International Competitors may enter and compete in the International Championship upon paying all appropriate membership and entry fees.
Rules: USA Karate uses the mirror system instead of flags but follows the WKF Rules except where amended to better relate to youth and lower ranking divisions. Age and skill divisions follow USAKF rules and regulations for national events. In adult advanced divisions USA Karate use the strict WKF rules.
Referees: The USA Karate Federation uses only certified and trained referees for its competitions. There will be a 1-day Referee Course Saturday November 8 before the championships. This cost will be $25 for the course. Cost of the testing and additonal certification for those requesting grading or upgrading is $100 additional. Certified referees can recertify (update). Referee white books are $25 and will be available at the course. Click here to register for the course. The course will he held at Hickey Karate Center 4540 Stow Road Stow, Ohio 44224.
Awards: This year The USA Karate Federation will give out trophies for first place and beautiful USA Karate Championship medallions will be awarded for second and third places. In addition, all competitors will receive outstanding certificates of participation. The coveted Karate All American Awards for will be awarded at the National Championships to all first place winners.
Registration: We suggest that you complete your registration on-line or send your application by regular mail to assure that you entry is received. If confirmation is desired, please send self-addressed stamped envelope. Do not send any mail requiring return receipt as no one is available during the day to receive that mail and your mail will be delayed or returned. Click here to register for the competition.
