Kanokai Challenge 2026

Saturday, November 28, 2026 New Glasgow, Canada

At a Glance

Divisions

Kids

Entry

$20 - $840

Description

Key Contacts

Tournament Director	Jocelyn Sutherland and Kyle Sutherland	kanokaijudoclub@hotmail.com
Chief Official

Date	Event	Time
Friday, November 27	U16+ Weigh-ins Up	Unofficial 6:00PM-7:00PM	Official 7:00PM-8:00PM
Saturday, November 28	U8 Check-in	8:00AM - 8:30AM
	U10-U14 Check-in	8:00AM - 9:00AM
	U16+ Weigh-ins Up	Unofficial 7:00AM-8:00AM	Official 8:00AM-9:00AM
	U8 Start Time	8:30AM - 9:30 AM
	Opening Ceremonies	9:30 AM
	Regular Competition	10:00 AM

$40 for U8 participants

$50 for U10 and U12

$60 U14 and Up

$20 for 2nd additional age category

All competitors must be registered no later than Nov 15 2026.

YOU MUST BE A MEMBER OF JUDO CANADA TO PARTICIPATE.

See sidebar for list of divisions/categories.

Weigh-in:

We will be using the “Coaches Honour System” for advance registration for U8-U14. U16 and Up will weigh-In Friday night and Saturday morning.

IJF rules will be in effect as well as those according to Judo Canada’s Tournament Sanctions Policy:

- Kansetsu Waza and Shime Waza for U18 (Green belt and above)

- Shime Waza for U16 (Green belt and above)

- No Kansetsu or Shime Waza for novice divisions (orange belt and below)

Please note: it is the responsibility of the individual coaches to familiarize themselves

with the Judo Canada Sanctions Policy.

Tournament Format:

U10-U14 Athletes will be grouped into pools based on a 15% weight variance between the lightest and the heaviest participant.

Match Duration:

U10 – 2 minutes continuous time

U12 – 2 minutes standard time

U14, U16 & Veterans - 3 minutes standard time

U18, U21 & Senior – 4 minutes standard time

Awards will be presented at designated times throughout the day and will be

announced prior to award ceremony.

Event Details

Format

Pools

Registration

All competitors must be registered no later than Nov 15, 2026.

Schedule

Sat Nov 28: U8 check-in 8:00AM–8:30AM; U10–U14 check-in 8:00AM–9:00AM; U8 start 8:30AM–9:30AM; Opening ceremonies 9:30AM; Regular competition start 10:00AM.

Weigh-In

U8–U14: coaches' honour system for advance registration (no scheduled weigh-ins). U16+: Fri Nov 27 unofficial 6:00PM–7:00PM, official 7:00PM–8:00PM; Sat Nov 28 unofficial 7:00AM–8:00AM, official 8:00AM–9:00AM.

Where to Stay Near the Venue

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Divisions

U8$40
born in 2020 and later
U10 Female$50
born in 2018-2019
U10 Male$50
born in 2018-2019
U12 Female$50
born in 2016-2017
U12 Male$50
born in 2016-2017
U14 Female$60
born in 2014-2015
U14 Male$60
born in 2014-2015
U16 Female$60
born in 2012-2013 and 2014*
U16 Female 2nd Div$20
born in 2012-2013 and 2014*
U16 Male$60
born in 2012-2013 and 2014*
U16 Male 2nd Div$20
born in 2012-2013 and 2014*
U18 Female$60
born in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013*
U18 Female 2nd Div$20
born in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013*
U18 Male$60
born in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013*
U18 Male 2nd Div$20
born in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013*
U21 Female$60
born in 2007, 2008, 2009 ,2010, 2011 and 2012**
U21 Female 2nd Div$20
born in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012*
U21 Male$60
born in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012*
U21 Male 2nd Div$20
born in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012*
Senior Female$60
born in 2012 and earlier
Senior Female 2nd Div$20
born in 2012 and earlier
Senior Male$60
born in 2012 and earlier
Senior Male 2nd Div$20
born in 2012 and earlier
Veterans Female$60
born in 1997 and earlier
Veterans Male$60
born in 1997 and earlier

Organizer

Judo Nova Scotia

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the tournament and what is the main Saturday schedule?

The tournament takes place Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28, 2026. On Saturday, U8 check-in is 8:00AM–8:30AM, U10–U14 check-in is 8:00AM–9:00AM, U8 competition starts 8:30AM–9:30AM, opening ceremonies at 9:30AM, and regular competition begins at 10:00AM.

What are the U16+ weigh-in times?

U16 and up weigh-ins are Friday, November 27 unofficial 6:00PM–7:00PM and official 7:00PM–8:00PM, and Saturday, November 28 unofficial 7:00AM–8:00AM and official 8:00AM–9:00AM.

How are weigh-ins handled for U8–U14?

The event will use the “Coaches Honour System” for advance registration for U8–U14; U16 and up will follow the listed weigh-in times.

What are the registration deadline and membership requirement?

All competitors must be registered no later than Nov 15 2026, and you must be a member of Judo Canada to participate.

What are the entry fees and fees for additional age categories?

Fees are $40 for U8 participants, $50 for U10 and U12, $60 for U14 and up, and $20 for a second additional age category.

What competition rules and sanction restrictions apply?

IJF rules and Judo Canada’s Tournament Sanctions Policy are in effect. Kansetsu Waza and Shime Waza are permitted for U18 (green belt and above); Shime Waza is permitted for U16 (green belt and above); no Kansetsu or Shime Waza for novice divisions (orange belt and below).

How are U10–U14 athletes grouped for competition?

U10–U14 athletes will be grouped into pools based on a 15% weight variance between the lightest and the heaviest participant.

What are the match durations by age group?

Match durations are: U10 – 2 minutes continuous time; U12 – 2 minutes standard time; U14, U16 & Veterans – 3 minutes standard time; U18, U21 & Senior – 4 minutes standard time.

Who is the tournament contact for questions?

Tournament Directors are Jocelyn Sutherland and Kyle Sutherland; contact email is kanokaijudoclub@hotmail.com.