Venue: Everett Recreation Center

47 Elm Street, Everett, MA 02149

Date:  May 6th, 9 am – 6 pm Eliminations

May 7th, 9 am – 1 pm Finals

Recommended Hotels

Below are some hotel options near the event location:

Hotel Name Phone Website
Encore Boston Harbor (857) 770-7000 Visit website
Envision Hotel Boston-Everett, Ascend Hotel Collection (617) 394-9001 Visit website
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Logan Airport Chelsea (617) 884-2900 Visit website

About Boston

Boston is known for its rich American Revolutionary history, top-notch universities, and thriving cultural scene. The city is also renowned for its delicious seafood, unique shops and cafes, and vibrant nightlife. Landmarks like the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, and USS Constitution Museum offer a glimpse into the city’s past.

The Host

The Budo Karate Dojo is located in Boston and it is specialized in teaching traditional Shotokan Karate. We offer high quality instruction for students of all ages and skill levels. Both beginners and advanced students are welcome, as our dojo provides a supportive and inclusive environment in which to build skills and reach one’s potential.

See you in Boston!

1º Rules

Each competitor, referee, and judge MUST wear a complete traditional white karate Gi.

2º Rules

Safety equipment Mandatory: Hand gloves, Mouth guard, protective cup (male). Optional: Head gear / Face Shield (recommended); Chest protector (female), Shin & instep.

3º Rules

Fingernails and toenails MUST be clipped.

4º Rules

Competitors MUST NOT wear any jewelry.

5º Rules

If a competitor fails to appear in the ring on time, that competitor will be disqualified.

6º Rules

LEGAL TARGETS include the chest, stomach, face, sides of neck, kidneys, and back. NON LEGAL TARGETS include groin, eyes, throat and spine. in ALL KUMITE DIVISIONS.

7º Rules

The competitor will be immediately disqualified in case of: excessive or malicious contact, any display of poor sportsmanship or disrespect, failure to wear proper uniform, or safety equipment, falsifying age, rank, or any other registration information.

8º Rules

Kumite matches will be 3 points. Black belt matches will be 5 points.

9º Rules

Winners will receive their awards as their respective divisions finish.

10º Rules

We also reserve the right to combine any category that not have 4 or more competitors.

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