Seleny Joanne OPEN International Karate Championship 2026 (SJ Cup '26)
Schedule
Sat Aug 29 2026 at 08:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
3901 W. Waterbury Dr, Lehi, UT, United States, Utah 84043 | Lehi, UT
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🏆 SELENY JOANNE INTERNATIONAL OPEN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 (SJ CUP '26), "Where angels Kick!"OPEN to ALL Styles, ALL Ages, ALL Abilities! 🌍
Event Description:
The SJ Cup is the Mountain West's Premier Open Martial Arts Celebration!
This is more than a tournament—it’s a gathering of passion, discipline, and respect where every athlete has a place to compete, learn, and shine.
We are profoundly honored to announce that Kancho Masaya Kohama, World President of the International Shotokan Shobukan Karate Association (ISSKA) of Japan, will be in attendance, observing and supporting athletes throughout the event.
THIS IS A TRUE OPEN FORMAT!
âś… ALL Martial Arts Styles Welcome: Karate (any style), Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Jiu-Jitsu, Kenpo, and more!
âś… ALL Ages & Ranks: From Tiny Tigers to Veterans, White Belts to Masters.
âś… ALL Abilities: We proudly and actively welcome athletes with physical and mental disabilities. Adapted divisions ensure a safe, fair, and empowering experience for everyone.
Professionalism You Can Trust:
• Certified Officiating: Our referees and judges are certified by WKF (World Karate Federation), PKF (Panamerican Karate Federation), and NKF (National Karate Federation).
• Standardized Rules: All kumite and kata divisions will follow official WKF/NKF rules for consistency, fairness, and safety.
Why Compete Here?
• Legitimate Stage: Compete under globally recognized standards.
• Diverse Competition: Test your skills against a wide variety of martial arts traditions.
• Inclusive Community: Be part of an event built on respect, inclusion, and high-level sportsmanship.
đź“Ť TOURNAMENT DETAILS:
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location: Utah Military Academy of Lehi (UMA)
Events: Traditional Kata, Non-Traditional Kata, Family Kata, Kumite, Weapons.
Divisions: Structured by age, rank, weight, and ability to ensure fair matches for all.
EARLY Registration Fees: $85 (1 or 2 events), $10 (additional event), $30 (family kata), $9 spectators, $15 coaches
Includes competitor gift & one spectator pass.
🔥 HOW TO REGISTER:
www.tournamentinabox.com
Questions? Message this page, whatsapp or text at +1(385)451-9000 or 1(801)738-8695
Volunteers & certified officials are welcome to apply! Contact us to contribute.
Let’s build something legendary together—where every style, every age, and every athlete is celebrated. 🙏
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