2026 Nanka Novice Tournament

Sunday, November 1, 2026 Westminster, CA, United States

At a Glance

Entry

$25 - $1650

Description

The Nanka Judo Yudanshakai Novice Tournament will take place on Sunday,November 1, 2026 at the Westminster High School Gym, 14325 Goldenwest St. Westminster, CA.

USJF Sanction #

This event is open to current USJF, USJA, and USA Judo members.

Tournament Overview

Nanka was formed over 90 years ago with a philosophy of cooperation and supporting judo regardless of membership organization. Nanka's tournaments are structured to provide a fair, safe, and fun competitive environment.

Schedule

Early Bird Fee Registration Opens: September 27, 2026 midnight

Normal Fee Registration Starts: Oct 10, 2026 midnight

Late Fee Registration Starts: Oct 25, 2026 midnight

Registration Closes: Oct 28 2026 Wednesday, Midnight

Coaches: please email your list of competitors and their verified weights to events@nankajudo.org before registration closes.

No additional weight changes will be accepted after this deadline.

ALL CREDENTIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY REGISTRATION CLOSE- INCLUDING MEMBERSHIP PROOF

Preliminary Brackets Published: Oct 30 , 2026 Friday

Final Brackets Published: Oct 31, 2026 Saturday

Questions regarding registration, bracketing and cancellations can be sent to: events@nankajudo.org

EVENT DAY: November 1, 2026, SUNDAY

Officials Meeting: 8:00 AM

Opening Ceremony: 8:45 AM

NOTE: No walk-up registrations for this event.

Awards

Awards will be presented as divisions are completed. Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for first, second and third places for all divisions with matches. Uncontested divisions will not be awarded.

THERE WILL BE NO TEAM AWARD

Shiai Fees

A competitor may enter a maximum of 1 division.

Early Registration $40.00

Normal Registration $50.00

Late Registration $70.00

COACH AND REFEREE REGISTRATION LINKS

COACH

REFEREE

Coach Registration: Coaches are encouraged to pre-register using the coach registration link at no cost. Coach badges are available for purchase at the tournament for $20.00, and require proof of SafeSport. Coaches must hold "current USJF, USJA, or USA Judo coach certification."

Event Details

Registration

Early registration opens Sept 27, 2026 (midnight); Normal registration starts Oct 10, 2026 (midnight); Late registration starts Oct 25, 2026 (midnight); Registration closes Oct 28, 2026 (Wednesday, mi

Schedule

Event day: November 1, 2026 (Sunday). Officials Meeting 8:00 AM; Opening Ceremony 8:45 AM. No walk-up registrations.

Weigh-In

Coaches must email list of competitors and their verified weights to events@nankajudo.org before registration closes; no additional weight changes accepted after the deadline. All credentials, including membership proof, must be submitted by registration close.

Divisions

Youth Ages 5-12$50
Youth Ages 13-16$50
Adult Male$50
Males, Ages 17 and older
Adult Female$50
Females, Ages 17 and older
Kata$25

Organizer

Nanka Judo Yudanshakai

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the 2026 Nanka Novice Tournament held?

Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Westminster High School Gym, 14325 Goldenwest St., Westminster, CA.

Who is eligible to compete?

This event is open to current USJF, USJA, and USA Judo members.

What are the registration periods and deadlines?

Early Bird registration opens September 27, 2026 midnight; Normal registration starts October 10, 2026 midnight; Late registration starts October 25, 2026 midnight; Registration closes October 28, 2026 Wednesday, Midnight.

How much are the shiai fees?

Early Registration $40.00, Normal Registration $50.00, Late Registration $70.00.

Can I register at the door or walk up on event day?

No, there will be no walk-up registrations for this event.

How many divisions can a competitor enter?

A competitor may enter a maximum of 1 division.

What are the weigh-in and weight change rules?

Coaches must email a list of competitors and their verified weights to events@nankajudo.org before registration closes, and no additional weight changes will be accepted after that deadline.

When will brackets be published?

Preliminary brackets will be published October 30, 2026 (Friday) and final brackets will be published October 31, 2026 (Saturday).

What is the event day schedule start time?

On event day (November 1, 2026) the Officials Meeting is at 8:00 AM and the Opening Ceremony is at 8:45 AM.

What are the coach registration and badge requirements?

Coaches are encouraged to pre-register using the coach registration link at no cost; coach badges are available for purchase at the tournament for $20.00, require proof of SafeSport, and coaches must hold current USJF, USJA, or USA Judo coach certification.