EKNGB Children’s Nationals bring a major September date for young karateka
8 September 2026
The English Karate NGB (EKNGB) has announced its first Children’s National Championships for Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026 at Huddersfield University Sports Village in England.
What families need to know
The announcement is aimed at EKNGB members and says the organisation’s member associations and clubs have received the championship bulletin. The same notice says Sportdata registration is open, with the event link provided for competitors and their clubs.
The announcement identifies the event as a children’s national championship, but the public notice does not reproduce every age band, category, timetable or entry instruction. Families should read the bulletin and confirm details with their club or association before making travel plans.
Why the event matters
A dedicated national children’s event gives younger karateka a competition setting built around their age categories and the structures used by their organisation. It can also give parents a clearer route from club training to a formal event, provided the child’s instructor confirms that the competition is appropriate.
Parents should check the ruleset, registration status, arrival time, safeguarding arrangements, spectator guidance and what equipment the organiser expects. Those details can change after an initial announcement.
Quick facts
Date: Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026
Venue: Huddersfield University Sports Village, England
Organiser: English Karate NGB
Registration: Sportdata link supplied by EKNGB
Audience: EKNGB members and their clubs/associations
Sources
EKNGB championship announcement
Last checked: 8 September 2026.