Karate
Karate-Do Shito-Ryu Keishin Kyokai
The Kobushi Cup is proud to be affiliated with the Japan Karate-Do Shito-Ryu Keishin Kyokai, one of the leading Shito-Ryu organizations in the world.
All Ages · All Styles · All Divisions
February 28, 2026 · Hialeah Gardens, FL
First Timers · Beginner · Novice · Intermediate · Advanced · Para Karate · Kobudo
A Miami Tradition
Welcome to the sun-soaked shores of Miami, Florida, where the legacy of martial prowess converges with the vibrant spirit of the Kobushi Cup.
Celebrating its remarkable 34th year, this tournament has not only been a crucible for seasoned warriors but also a nurturing ground for families and budding talents.
Nestled in the heart of the Sunshine State, the Kobushi Cup is not just a competition; it's a familial gathering that fosters growth, camaraderie, and the development of young competitors in a safe and friendly environment. Here, beneath the palm-fringed skyline, the echoes of karate resonate through the arena, creating a space where tradition meets modernity, and where the indomitable spirit of the martial arts is passed on to new generations.
Get ready for a thrilling display of skill, discipline, and the unwavering sense of community that defines the Kobushi Cup experience.
Hialeah Gardens High School
11700 Hialeah Gardens Blvd.
Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018
Saturday, February 28th, 2026.
Doors open at 8:00 AM.
Tournament starts at 9:00 AM.
Last day for Registration: 2/26/2026.
NO on-site registration.
Kumite & Kata for all ages and divisions.
Day of Tournament
Doors open at 8:00 AM — All competitors and spectators
First Timers · Kobudo
Kata & Kumite · Ages 4–9 · Kobudo: one division per age group (U11 / 12-17 / 18+)
Beginners
Kata & Kumite · Ages 4–11 · Less than 1 year of practice
Novice
Kata & Kumite · Ages 4–11 · 1–2 years of practice
Intermediate · Advanced · Para Karate
Kata & Kumite · Ages 7–11 (Int.) · Ages 8–11 (Adv.) · All ages (Para)
Beginners · Novice
Kata & Kumite · Ages 12–35+
Intermediate · Advanced
Kata & Kumite · Ages 12–35+
All Styles
Kobushi Dojo Doral – Asaka Dojo – Art & Sport Center Bushido JKS – Bushido Academy of Karate Do – Briceño Karate School – Champion Martial Arts Club – Champions Karate Academy – Dojo of Exceptional Wellness, Inc. – Dojo Time Out Karate – Elite Karate Academy – Florida Karate Clubs – Fudoshin Dojo Doral – Goju Ryu Miami Kenseikan – Hinomaru Karate School – Karuma-Zen Dojo – Ken Shin Kan Dojo – Kodokai USA Kenkyokai – Luigi Karate Do Dojo – Japan Karate Do Kogeki – Kolychkine Joshinmon Dojo – Novo Brothers Academy – Pako Martial Arts Academy – Rengo Kai Jyoshinmon Shorin Ryu – Rising Sun Karate – Shotokan Karate Center – Shotokan Karate of Washington – Showakai Karate Do USA – SKF Florida USA – Tamashintai Martial Arts – Xtreme Martial Arts – Zanchin Dojo Shito Ryu Karate Do – Yin Yang Academy
Rules and Regulations
Form Competition
Follows WKF regulations · Division-specific kata lists apply
May repeat the same kata every round.
Chi No Kata · Fukyu Daichi · Fukyu Daini · Gekisai Daichi · Gekisai Daini · Heian Shodan · Heian Nidan · Junino Kata · Kihon Kata · Pinan Shodan · Pinan Nidan · Taikyoku · Ten No Kata
May repeat the same kata every round.
Fukyu Ichi · Fukyu Ni · Fukyu San · Gekisai Dai San · Heian Shodan · Heian Nidan · Heian Sandan · Heian Yondan · Heian Godan · Pinan Shodan · Pinan Nidan · Pinan Sandan · Pinan Yondan · Pinan Godan
All Beginner & Novice katas, plus many more. May repeat the same kata every round.
Ananko · Aoyagi · Bassai · Bassai Dai · Bassai Sho · Chinte · Garyu · Ishimine Bassai · Itosu Rohai Nidan/Sandan/Shodan · Jiin · Jion · Jitte · Juroku · Kanku Dai · Kousokun Dai · Kushanku · Matsukaze · Matsumura Rohai · Meikyo · Myojo · Naifanchin Shodan/Nidan/Sandan · Naihanchi · Nijushiho · Niseishi · Pachu · Passai · Rohai · Saifa · Sanchin · Sanseru · Seichin · Seienchin · Seipai · Seiryu · Shinpa · Shinsei · Shisochin · Tekki Shodan/Nidan/Sandan · Tensho · Wankan
✕ NOT allowed: Anan, Gankaku, Gojushiho Dai/Sho, Kururunfa, Suparinpei, Unsu, Seisan, Sochin, and others.
Tournament Facts
Rings
Participants
Referees
Dojos
Tournament
Tournament registration is done at colosseumdata.com.
Spectator fee: $10 per person (paid at entrance).
There will be NO on-site registration. Last day for registering: 2/26/2026.
Includes Kobudo, Kata and/or Kumite.
Competing at any level. All applicable styles.
Kata and Kumite. All applicable styles. Kobudo not included.
Entrance fee per spectator
Suggestions for
These suggested locations will allow you to enjoy Miami and our tournament.
6842 Main St., Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Phone: (305) 821-1150
www.miamilakeshotel.com →
15700 NW 77th Ct, Miami Lakes, FL 33016
Phone: (305) 556-6665
sonesta.com →Knowledge and Passion
Organizer
8th Dan Karate Shito-Ryu
Organizer
5th Dan Karate Shito-Ryu
User Experience & Website
1st Dan Karate Shito-Ryu
The Kobushi Cup is proud to be affiliated with the Japan Karate-Do Shito-Ryu Keishin Kyokai, one of the leading Shito-Ryu organizations in the world.
The Kobushi Cup Karate Tournament is committed to the highest standards of sportsmanship, integrity, and martial arts excellence for all participants.
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