JMAC KATA CLASSIC
Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Description
October 4, 2026
United States Judo Federation
USJF Sanctioned: 26-10-03
Competition Venue:
- Japanese Martial Arts Center
- 2875 Boardwalk Drive, Suite H, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48104
- Kata Workshop at Ippon Martial Arts on Saturday October 3rd taught by Dr. Kuniko Takeuchi, Frances Glaze, and Diane Jackson
Eligibility:
- Open to members with current membership in either USJF, USJA, or USA Judo.
Registration:
Entry fee is for only ONE partner. Both partners need to register.
- One Kata Category $45.00
- Two Kata Categories $70.00
- Three Kata Categories $90.00
- Four Kata Categories $110.00
- Five Kata Categories $130.00
Tournament Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott
- 3205 Boardwalk Drive, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48108
- Copy / Search reservation link below
- https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1783453107979&key=CORP&app=resvlink
Kata Schedule:
- Facility opens at 8:00 am
- Judges Meeting at 8:45 am
- Opening Ceremony at 9:15 a.m.
- Competition start: 9:30 am
- Awards given as divisions conclude
Tournament Directors:
- Tournament Director: Nicklaus Suino and Frances Glaze
- Assistant Tournament Director: Peter Stanek
Awards
- Gold (1st), Silver (2nd) and Bronze (3rd) place medals will be awarded in each division.
Head Kata Judges:
- Head Kata Judges: Dr. Kuniko Takeuchi, Frances Glaze, and Diane Jackson
- All judges will be IJF or National Certified Judges
Kata Judge Meeting
- October 4th, 2026 - 8:45am
- Location: Conference Room
Kata Judge Attire: IJF Standard
- Blue or black blazer, white shirt, black tie, grey slacks
Tournament Inquiries:
Email Assistant Director at Imanorthville@gmail.com
Divisions
- First Kata$45
- Second Kata$25
- Third Kata$20
- Fourth Kata$20
- Fifth Kata$20
Organizer
Ippon Martial Arts
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is JMAC KATA CLASSIC?
JMAC KATA CLASSIC is on October 4, 2026 at Japanese Martial Arts Center, 2875 Boardwalk Drive, Suite H, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48104.
What time does the facility open and when does competition start?
The facility opens at 8:00 am. The opening ceremony is at 9:15 a.m., and competition starts at 9:30 am.
Who is eligible to compete?
The event is open to members with current membership in USJF, USJA, or USA Judo.
What are the registration fees?
The entry fee is for only one partner, and both partners need to register. Fees are $45.00 for one Kata category, $70.00 for two, $90.00 for three, $110.00 for four, and $130.00 for five.
Is there a Kata workshop connected to the event?
A Kata Workshop is listed at Ippon Martial Arts on Saturday October 3rd, taught by Dr. Kuniko Takeuchi, Frances Glaze, and Diane Jackson.
When is the judges meeting?
The judges meeting is on October 4th, 2026 at 8:45am in the Conference Room.
What awards will be given?
Gold for 1st place, Silver for 2nd place, and Bronze for 3rd place medals will be awarded in each division. Awards are given as divisions conclude.
Is there a tournament hotel?
The listed tournament hotel is Courtyard by Marriott, 3205 Boardwalk Drive, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48108.
Who are the tournament directors?
The tournament directors are Nicklaus Suino and Frances Glaze. The assistant tournament director is Peter Stanek.
Who can I contact with tournament inquiries?
Tournament inquiries can be sent by email to the Assistant Director at Imanorthville@gmail.com.
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