Nakamura Cup 2025

Nakamura Cup 2025

Take on the challenge and experience an unforgettable event at the Nakamura Cup 2025! We look forward to welcoming you to a high-level competition that combines prestige, tradition, discipline, and the spirit of karate. Get ready for an exceptional experience on the tatami.

Date and place

The event will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Pierre-Charbonneau Center, located at 3000 Viau Street in Montreal.

The competition will begin at 9 a.m.

All competitors must arrive by 8:30 a.m.

Who can participate?

The competition is open to beginners, both children and adults, as well as to elite participants.

Different categories offered

Registration can be done for katas only, for fights only, or, for those seeking the ultimate challenge, for both katas and fights.

Katas and fights include three categories: Open, Elite, and Master.

Kata :

• Open : children, white to black belt. Adults: white to brown belt. Groups will be mixed, organized according to belt level and the competitors’ age.
• Elite : experienced competitor aged 18 and over, black belt.
• Master : karateka aged 35 and over, black belt.

The competition rules for kata are available here.

Fighting :

• Open : karateka, children and adults, white to black belt. The sparring is semi-contact, meaning all strikes to the head must be controlled, with protective gear. Groups will be separated by gender and organized according to belt level and the competitors’ age.
• Elite : experienced fighter aged 18 and over, any belt level. The sparring is full-contact without protective gear. Groups will be separated by gender and organized by weight category.
• Master : experienced fighter aged 35 and over, black belt. The sparring is full-contact with protective gear. Groups will be separated by gender and organized by weight category.

The competition rules for fighting rules are available here.

Weight categories for Elite and Master fights

Male
Light: 70 kg (155 lb) and under
Middle: 80 kg (176 lb) and under
Heavy: 80 kg (176 lb) and over

Female
Light: 55 kg (121 lb) and under
Middle: 65 kg (143 lb) and under
Heavy: 65 kg (143 lb) and over

Registration

Register online now. The registration deadline is November 1st.

Registration fees

• $75 for participants under 18*
• $85 for adults*

*Regardless of the category (Open, Elite, or Master). Same price for registration in 1 or 2 events.

Spectator

Spectator tickets will be sold on the morning of the event, cash only.

• $20 for adults
• $15 for children
• Free for children 5 years and under

Accommodation

Take advantage of a special rate at the Hôtel Universel Montréal ! Mention 'Nakamura Cup' when booking by phone at 1 (800) 567-0223 or by email at info@hoteluniverselmontreal.com to receive an exclusive rate of $179 (a 27% discount off the regular price).

Join us!

Take on the challenge, join our karate competition, and showcase your exceptional skills! We look forward to seeing you shine on the tatami. Register now for an unforgettable experience.

For any questions, please contact us at info@nakamuracup.com.