The 2026 Utah State Championships were held June 6 at Northwest Recreation in Salt Lake City, featuring extensive competition across numerous martial arts divisions for both Kata and Kumita.
Event location and scope
According to Tournament in a Box, the event took place at 1255 Clark Avenue. The competition featured a massive list of divisions spanning various age groups, including categories for children as young as four years old up to senior men and women over age 35.
Tournament disciplines and age categories
The tournament structure included both Kata and Kumite disciplines. The division list detailed specific skill levels such as beginner, novice, intermediate, and advanced for both male and female competitors across many age brackets, including 5-and-under, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14-15, and 16-17 year olds.
Coordinator and registration details
Amadou Niang served as the coordinator for the championships. The event's registration period for the June 6 competition opened on February 4, 2026, and closed on June 5, 2026.
