KTMA Gathering USA National Tournament & Nor-Cal Moo Duk Kwan Championship & National Black Belt Testing

Friday, October 9, 2026 Lincoln, CA, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Kids

Entry

$3 - $95

Description

Nor-Cal Regional Champion

All Qualifying students for the Nor-Cal Regional Champion will receive an email invite to Register for Championships matches (Registration is Separate from this registration). Championships will be conducted after Black Belt Testing Friday October 9th 2026.

Registration

Early Registration: August 11th - August 31st

First Event $95 each / $25 each additional

All competitors with complete registration during Early Registration will receive a FREE T-Shirt ($25 Value).

Regular Registration: September 1st - September 28th

$105 First event / $30 each additional

Late Registration: September 29th - October 7th

$115 First event / $35 each additional

Spectator Tickets: $10/each. (ages 6 and under Free)

Events

Black Belt Testing
Kyrogi (sparring)
Poomsae (traditional)
Combat Weapons
Combatives (Hosinsul)
Demo Team
Board Breaking
Dragons/Tigers

Friday Venue: McBean Pavilion

65 McBean Park Dr, Lincoln, CA 95648

6pm - Black Belt Testing & High Dan Testing

7pm - Nor-Cal Regional Championship

Saturday Venue: Lincoln Community Center

2010 First St, Lincoln, CA 95648

10 am - National Tournament

6 pm - Black Belt Ceremony & Awards

Hotel Recommendation & Discount

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham

657 Red Rock Rd. Lincoln, CA 95648

Hotel Discount Click Here

Demonstration Team Division

Elect a team captain. All team captains must register in the "TEAM CAPTAIN ONLY" category. All team members (non team captains) register in the team member category. If you have any registration issues or questions contact us before finalizing registration. Team Captains make sure to make a team name and register. Let your teammates know they have their own category and the team name.

Board purchase for Breaking

Cost of boards is $3 each

Please make sure to purchase your boards online during registration otherwise they will be $5 each day of event.

Spectator Tickets

If you are not competing and only need spectator tickets. Click blue registration button same as a competitor. Select spectator tickets add to cart and checkout. If you have any questions contact admin.

National High Dan Black Belt Testing (up to 7th Dan)

All black belt testing candidates and applicants paperwork and payments would be processed and handled with your instructor. Testings are to be processed and registered separately from the Gathering Admin and Staff. Regional testing Black belts may test only for the following rank; poom-1st, 1st-2nd dan, 2nd-3rd dan and 3rd dan - 4th Dan. For those testing for 4th Dan to 5th dan, 5th dan - 6th Dan dan, and 6th-7th Dan are only eligible at National Testing. Check out the event website for more information or koreataekwondomoodukkwan.com. All applicants must be a current KTMA member to process Dan Testings.

USE THE TESTING TAB AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE FOR TESTING APPLICATIONS.

Cancellation and refunds

All participants and athletes may cancel their registration and issued credit towards future KTMA events. All events and seminars are subject to change or be cancelled in which you will offered a division, event or seminar substitute/replacement or credit towards future KTMA events. Refunds may be issued to original payment processing at 80% due to cancellation fees.

Any technical issues with the website or registration please contact Master.galloway.ktma@gmail.com

Event Details

Registration

Early Registration: Aug 11–Aug 31 — First event $95 / $25 each additional. Regular: Sep 1–Sep 28 — First event $105 / $30 each additional. Late: Sep 29–Oct 7 — First event $115 / $35 each additional.

Schedule

Friday Oct 9, 2026 — McBean Pavilion, 65 McBean Park Dr, Lincoln, CA: 6:00 PM Black Belt Testing & High Dan Testing; 7:00 PM Nor‑Cal Regional Championship. Saturday — Lincoln Community Center, 2010 First St, Lincoln, CA: 10:00 AM National Tournament; 6:00 PM Black Belt Ceremony & Awards.

Prize Details

Qualifying students for the Nor‑Cal Regional Champion will receive an email invite to register for Championship matches (separate registration). Early registrants receive a free T‑shirt (stated $25 value).

Spectator Fee

$10 each; ages 6 and under free.

Divisions

Dragons/Tigers Poomsae (Traditional)$95
Ages 3-7
Dragons/Tigers Sparring$95
Ages 3-7
Dragons/Tigers Board Breaking$95
Ages 3-7
Dragons/Tigers Combat Weapons$85
Ages 3-7
Kids/Teens Poomsae (Traditional)$95
Open Traditional Poomsae for Moo Duk Kwan, Kukkiwon, Tang Soo Do, ATA, ITF, and more (Ages 7-17)
Kids/Teens Kyroogi (Traditional Sparring)$95
Ages 7-17
Kids/Teens Hosinsul (Combatives)$95
Ages 7-17
Kids/Teens Board Breaking$95
Ages 7-17
Kids/Teens Combat Weapons$85
Ages 7-17
Demonstration Division (Team Captain Only)$95
Ages 16 and above
Demonstration Team Division (team members only) NO CAPTAINS$95
all ages
Adult Poomsae (Traditional)$95
Open Traditional Poomsae for Moo Duk Kwan, Kukkiwon, Tang Soo Do, ATA, ITF, and more (Ages 18+)
Adult Hosinsul (Combatives)$95
Ages 18+
Women's Kyroogi (Sparring)$95
Ages 18+
Women's Board Breaking$95
Ages 18+
Women's Combat Weapons$85
Ages 18+
Men's Kyroogi (Traditional Sparring)$95
Ages 18+
Men's Board Breaking$95
Ages 18+
Men's Combat Weapons$85
Ages 18+
1 Spectator Ticket$10
2 Spectator Tickets$20
3 Spectator Tickets$30
4 Spectator Tickets$40
1 Board (purchase boards)$3
2 Boards (purchase boards)$6
3 Boards (purchase boards)$9
4 Boards (purchase boards)$12

Organizer

Korea Taekwondo Moo Duk Kwan Association

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the Friday schedule held?

The Friday venue is McBean Pavilion, 65 McBean Park Dr, Lincoln, CA 95648. Black Belt Testing & High Dan Testing starts at 6pm, and the Nor-Cal Regional Championship starts at 7pm.

When and where is the Saturday schedule held?

The Saturday venue is Lincoln Community Center, 2010 First St, Lincoln, CA 95648. The National Tournament starts at 10 am, and the Black Belt Ceremony & Awards starts at 6 pm.

What are the registration periods and prices?

Early Registration is August 11th - August 31st: First Event $95 each / $25 each additional. Regular Registration is September 1st - September 28th: $105 First event / $30 each additional. Late Registration is September 29th - October 7th: $115 First event / $35 each additional.

Are spectator tickets available?

Yes. Spectator tickets are $10/each, and ages 6 and under are free. Non-competitors can use the blue registration button, select spectator tickets, add to cart, and checkout.

What events are listed for the tournament?

Events listed are Black Belt Testing, Kyrogi (sparring), Poomsae (traditional), Combat Weapons, Combatives (Hosinsul), Demo Team, Board Breaking, and Dragons/Tigers.

How does Demo Team registration work?

Each Demonstration Team must elect a team captain. Team captains register in the “TEAM CAPTAIN ONLY” category, and all other team members register in the team member category.

How much do boards cost for Board Breaking?

Boards cost $3 each when purchased online during registration. If purchased on the day of the event, boards are $5 each.

How is National High Dan Black Belt Testing handled?

Black belt testing candidates and applicants handle paperwork and payments with their instructor. Testing is processed and registered separately from the Gathering Admin and Staff, and applicants must be current KTMA members to process Dan Testings.

What is the cancellation and refund policy?

Participants and athletes may cancel registration and receive credit toward future KTMA events. Events and seminars may change or be cancelled, with a substitute/replacement or credit offered. Refunds may be issued to the original payment processing at 80% due to cancellation fees.

Who should be contacted for technical issues with the website or registration?

For technical issues with the website or registration, contact Master.galloway.ktma@gmail.com.