2026 MASA‑WUKF SA WESTERN CAPE PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Dear Dojo Owners

We are excited to invite your martial arts school to participate in the Western Cape MASA-WUKF SA Karate & Kubudo Provincial Championship, proudly and jointly hosted by New World Shotokan Karate and Brackenfell Shotokan Karate Academy.

________________________________________

Why Participate?

The Western Cape MASA - WUKF SA Karate & Kubudo Provincial Championship offers your dojo participants the chance to:

• Celebrate Excellence: Compete for the provincial medals and to select the provincial team to participate at the MASA - WUKF SA Karate & Kubudo National Championships schedule for April/May 2026
• Sharpen Skills: Prepare your athletes for the upcoming national championships.
• Encourage New Talent: Introduce novice students to the provincial level to a competitive but supportive environment.
________________________________________

Ranking System & Selection Criteria

At the Western Cape MASA - WUKF SA Karate & Kubudo Provincial Championships, the participants will accumulate ranking points for provincial team selection, therefore participation in this event is a critical part of the ranking system, contributing to:

• Provincial Rankings:
Forming part of the selection criteria for the WUKF SA National Championships.
Competitor's performance will be reflected in their rankings, ensuring fairness and transparency in team selection for both provincial and national levels.
• League Rankings: Determining the overall champions of the league for 2026.
________________________________________

Important Notes:

• No Refunds: Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or competitors unable to participate due to illness on the day of the event.
________________________________________

Supporting the Provincial event:

We encourage all dojos to send referees, judges, and table officials to support the event. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and grade officials to provincial levels while contributing to the success of the provincial event. This is also an important event to sharpen your skills if you wish to grade to national level.

Please register your officials on Kihapp to assist with event planning.

All coaches to provide their own lanyard and coach's tag. Please make provision behind the coaches' tag for any violation entries.
________________________________________

Food & Refreshments:

The event will feature a tuck shop and food stands offering snacks and refreshments for competitors and spectators. Card payment facilities will be available.

Officials will be catered to throughout the day to keep them energized.
________________________________________

Live Streaming:

Can’t attend in person? No problem! All floors will be live-streamed, so you can follow the action from anywhere. Streaming links will be shared on Kihapp (Live) closer to the event date.
________________________________________

Registration & Payment:

Entries and payments must be submitted through the Dojo Head, who will handle bulk submissions. Individual entries from students will not be accepted.
________________________________________

Key Deadlines:

• Entry Deadline: Friday, 6 March 2026

Submitting entries on time is essential to:
• Finalise the various Male & Female Divisions and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare draw sheets and, if necessary, merge categories, if there a low number of entries per a division.
• Organise the tatami layout for a professional and efficient tournament.
• Determine the number of referees, judges, and table officials required.
• Finalise the Order of Events for the day.
________________________________________

Attachments:

1. Competitor Entry & Indemnity Form: This MUST be completed, signed and submitted by all competitors.
________________________________________

Entry Payments

Coaches Fee: R100.00 per coach must also accompany the entry fees.

All entry payments must be made by the dojo via EFT to the New World Shotokan Karate account:
PLEASE EMAIL PROOF OF PAYMENT TO Letitia.pitbull@gmail.com NO LATER THAN 11 MARCH 2026
Account Name: Neko Bellville South Karate Club
Bank: Nedbank
Account Type: Current
Account Number: 128 494 3488

Reference: WCP – Dojo Name
________________________________________

For any further inquiries or additional details, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you to the Western Cape MASA - WUKF SA Karate & Kubudo Provincial Championships for an unforgettable day of competition and celebration as we select our provincial team to participate at the MASA - WUKF SA National event scheduled for April/May 2026.

Yours faithfully
Team New World Shotokan Karate
________________________________________