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01 / Featured ChampionshipInternational Kenyu Ryu
International Kenyu Ryu
Open Karate Championship 2026
15NOV 2026
Sanctioned · Kenyu Ryu
A prestigious international karate championship bringing karatekas together to celebrate excellence, sportsmanship and the true spirit of Karate-Do. Athletes, coaches and teams compete across individual Kata and Kumite divisions.
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Date15 November 2026
Registration01 – 13 November 2026
VenueV.K. Krishna Menon Indoor Stadium
LocationCalicut, Kerala, India
Pillars of CompetitionMore than events.
More than events.
We build experiences.
AIKO Events brings martial arts, competition and sporting communities together through professionally organised championships, tournaments, seminars and training initiatives.
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Tournaments
Structured events for developing and experienced athletes seeking real mat time, point kumite and kata refinement.
Athlete pathway03
Seminars & Camps
Learning with experienced instructors and masters, including master clinics, technical symposiums and grading camps.
Technical mastery04
Sports Events
Community sporting experiences and development initiatives connecting families, youth and veteran competitors.
Community powerRegulation & StructureEvery detail
Every detail
matters.
Standardised criteria under official Kenyu Ryu competition guidelines for fairness, safety and technical quality.
Category 01
Competition
Individual Kata — traditional Kenyu Ryu kata syllabus. Individual Kumite — Olympic-standard point scoring.
Category 02
Belt Divisions
Colour belt — novice to intermediate graded athletes.
Black belt — championship & dan-grade competitors.
Category 03
Entry Fee
₹1,000 per registered entry. Kata + Kumite dual registration: an additional ₹1,000.
Category 04
Rules
WKF-compliant rules, equipment guidelines and tatami etiquette. Contact the event desk for the official handbook.
| Age group | Age | Events | Belt divisions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Sub Junior | Under 9 | Kata · Kumite | Colour & Black Belt |
| Sub Junior | Under 11 / Under 13 | Kata · Kumite | Colour & Black Belt |
| Cadet | 14 – 15 years | Kata · Kumite | Colour & Black Belt |
| Junior | 16 – 17 years | Kata · Kumite | Colour & Black Belt |
| Senior / U21 | 18+ years | Kata · Kumite | Colour & Black Belt |
Athlete ProgressionFrom training
From training
to the tatami.
The step-by-step road from club preparation to standing under the championship spotlight.
Stage 01
Train
Build technique, discipline and physical preparation through the Kenyu Ryu syllabus.
Stage 02
Prepare
Structured coaching, weight management and tactical kumite guidance before competition.
Stage 03
Compete
Step onto the tatami and test your skills against strong opponents under tournament pressure.
Stage 04
Learn
Grow through experience and sportsmanship, finding areas for tactical and mental refinement.
Stage 05
Evolve
Carry the lessons of competition into the next stage of training and character.
Destination & LogisticsCome for the championship.
Come for the championship.
Experience Calicut.
Venue: V.K. Krishna Menon Indoor Stadium, Calicut (Kozhikode), Kerala.
Transit 01 · By road
Well connected to Bengaluru, Chennai and Kochi with regular interstate buses and national highways.
Transit 02 · By train
Kozhikode Main Railway Station (CLT) connects to rail routes across India, a few minutes from the stadium.
Transit 03 · By air
Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 25 km from the city, with domestic and international flights.
Discover Calicut during your stay
Calicut Beach
Sunset walks along the Arabian Sea promenade.
Kakkayam Dam
Forest reservoir and viewpoints in the Western Ghats.
Thusharagiri Waterfalls
Three-tier falls popular for short treks.
Hilite Mall
Shopping and food for the whole team.
Direct AssistanceNeed event
Need event
details?
For championship registration, event information and official enquiries, contact the championship team directly.
Tournament officer+91 80863 83868
Coordination desk+91 88919 20868
Official emailinfo@kenyuryukaratedo.com
Event archive
Browse gallery
Results & galleries coming soon
Competition records, medal tallies, brackets and tournament galleries from previous championships are being digitised.
AIKO · Stronger Everyday
Train with purpose.
Train with purpose.
Compete with pride.
Step into the arena, challenge yourself and become part of the AIKO sporting community under certified Kenyu Ryu standards.