Gothenburg Karate Open

05/06/2026

It starts tomorrow 🏆,
see you there 👊🏼
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05/06/2026

All documents available for download can be found here.

https://www.sportdata.org/karate/set-online/popup_main.php?popup_action=uploads&vernr=10062

01/06/2026

The preliminary draws and schedule have now been published on Sportdata.

Please check your athletes and categories carefully and inform us of any errors or discrepancies that need to be corrected no later than Wednesday.
All draws will be considered final on Thursday and may then be printed and distributed. No further changes can be guaranteed after that point.

Free admission for spectators.

Please note the following important information:
1. Athletes who are alone in their category have been moved to the nearest higher weight category.
2. Team categories with only one registered team will be cancelled.
3. Repechage will be used in all categories.
4. All Kata events will be performed individually and not as Duo Kata.
6. Kaiten is the official sponsor of the competition and will be present at the venue.
7. No accreditation or coach badges will be provided by the organizer.
8. Swedish coaches must hold a valid coach license.

29/05/2026

Dear Athletes and Club Leaders,

- Registration for the Gothenburg Elite Open will close on May 30 at 23:59 (GMT+1).
- No changes to registrations will be accepted after May 30.
- All registration fees must be paid no later than May 31.

Please ensure that your registrations and payments are completed before the deadlines to avoid any issues.

We look forward to welcoming you to Gothenburg!

29/05/2026

30% Discount at Liseberg for Gothenburg Elite Karate Open Participants!

Information about the Liseberg discount has been sent to all registered clubs through Sportdata.

If you are a competitor and have not received the discount information, please contact your club representative or the person responsible for your club’s Sportdata registration. They have received the instructions and discount code needed to access the offer.

📅 The offer is valid from June 5–7.

Liseberg is Scandinavia’s largest amusement park and one of Gothenburg’s most popular attractions. During your stay, you can enjoy thrilling roller coasters, family attractions, games, restaurants, and a fantastic atmosphere in the heart of the city.

Whether you are competing, coaching, supporting your team, or accompanying family and friends, a visit to Liseberg is a great way to make your tournament weekend in Gothenburg even more memorable.

We look forward to welcoming you to Gothenburg, Gothenburg Elite Karate Open, and Liseberg!

27/05/2026

Preparations for Gothenburg Elite Open are underway. 🥋

This weekend, our officials and volunteers took part in a dedicated training session focused on competition operations and the collaboration between the different roles that contribute to a high-quality event.

By refining procedures, communications between responsibilities, we are building the foundation for a smooth and professional tournament experience.

A successful competition starts with thorough preparation.

We look forward to welcoming you to Gothenburg on June 6th.
See you there!

22/05/2026

Information till Svenska klubbar

Tävlingsavgiften för svenska barn i åldern 10–13 år är sponsrad av SKF. Observera att Sportdata ändå kommer att visa dessa deltagare som betalningsskyldiga. Detta är en teknisk begränsning i systemet.

Svenska klubbar ska därför endast betala startavgifter för tävlande som är 14 år eller äldre.

Skyddsutrustning
För samtliga barnklasser 10–13 år är hjälm och utanpåliggande kroppsskydd obligatoriskt i kumite.
Vi har bestämt att låna ut hjälm och kroppsskydd vid respektive tatami.
Skyddsutrustningen delas ut direkt före match och kan inte hämtas ut i förväg.
Vi vill även passa på och informera att klubbar kan söka karatelyft för att köpa dessa utrustning, 8 par per förening, genom förbundet.

Vi rekommenderar dock att deltagarna använder egen skyddsutrustning om möjligt, både av hygieniska skäl och för att undvika onödiga förseningar vid mattan.

17/05/2026

Please note that the deadline for the Gothenburg Elite Open is Saturday, May 29.

PROGRAMFriday June 5th 18.30‐21.00 Registration & weigh-in at the venue.20.00‐21.00 Referee briefing at the HQ hotelLocal: GOLDEN MONKEY.Saturday June 6th At the venue8.30‐14.00 Registration & weigh-in8.30 Coach meeting09.00 Competition starts

12/05/2026

Regarding body protectors and contact to the head:
In all kumite categories, body protectors must be worn.
For children aged 10–13 years, an external body protector and helmet are mandatory.
From the age of 14, body protectors must be worn underneath the karate gi.

Contact to the head by kicks or punches for children aged 10–13 years (including U14) in kumite is currently not permitted in Sweden.

05/05/2026

Update: New Categories Added to the Competition

After many requests, we have now decided to expand the number of categories for the competition.
Children aged 10 and 11 are now also allowed to register in both kata, kumite. and mixed team kata.

Please note that WKF-approved helmets and body protectors are obligatory for all children competing in kumite categories aged 10 to 13.

Welcome!