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KUGB schedules free Referees and Judges Course in Solihull for 18 October

KUGB schedules free Referees and Judges Course in Solihull for 18 October

Solihull course combines rules knowledge with practical work

The Karate Union of Great Britain (KUGB) has listed a free Referees and Judges Course for Sunday 18 October 2026 at Solihull Karate Academy, 2 Thornhill Road, Solihull B91 2HB. The official event page gives the time as 10:30–17:00, with a break around 12:30–13:30.

The course is for KUGB black belt members aged 16 and over. The KUGB asks attendees to register through its app and bring a copy of the KUGB competition rules, a whistle, and pen and paper. It also asks attendees to wear the KUGB referee/judge uniform where available, or casual smart attire otherwise.

The event page says a volunteer would be helpful for the practical kata and kumite section. These details come from the KUGB official course page; members should check the live notice and app for any updates before travelling.

Sources and last checked

Primary source: KUGB Referees & Judges Course. Last checked: 12 October 2026.

KUGB Referees and Judges Course details for 18 October 2026
Original infographic based on the KUGB official event page; checked 12 October 2026.