The premier karate event in Miami · 35th year
The Miami Classic
Sat Feb 27, 2027 · Doors 8:00 AM · Hialeah Gardens High School
Individual Kata · Kumite · Kobudo · All ages & ranks welcome · Medals & diplomas awarded
Registration deadline: to be announced · No on-site registration
A Miami tradition
Thirty-five years on the tatami
Welcome to the sun-soaked shores of Miami, Florida, where the legacy of martial prowess converges with the vibrant spirit of the Kobushi Cup.
Celebrating its remarkable 35th year, this tournament has not only been a crucible for seasoned warriors but also a nurturing ground for families and budding talents.
Nestled in the heart of the Sunshine State, the Kobushi Cup is not just a competition; it's a familial gathering that fosters growth, camaraderie, and the development of young competitors in a safe and friendly environment. Here, beneath the palm-fringed skyline, the echoes of karate resonate through the arena, creating a space where tradition meets modernity, and where the indomitable spirit of the martial arts is passed on to new generations.
Get ready for a thrilling display of skill, discipline, and the unwavering sense of community that defines the Kobushi Cup experience.
- Safe · Respectful · CompetitiveThe spirit of karate, from the first bow to the last medal.
- Family friendlyWhere every family is part of the team.
- All ages & ranksFirst Timers to Advanced, Para Karate and Kobudo, all styles welcome.
Divisions
Find your division
- First TimersAges 4–9Less than 3 months of karate practice. Kihon Kata only.
- BeginnersAges 4–11 and 12–35+Less than 1 year of practice.
- NoviceAges 4–11 and 12–35+1–2 years of practice.
- IntermediateAges 7–11 and 12–35+All Beginner and Novice katas plus the intermediate list.
- AdvancedAges 8–11 and 12–35+All katas allowed. Different kata in the final round.
- Para KarateAll agesKata and Kumite, all ages.
- KobudoU11 · 12–17 · 18+One division per age group. Requires a weapon.
- First Timers · KobudoKata & Kumite · Ages 4–9 · Kobudo: one division per age group (U11 / 12–17 / 18+)
- BeginnersKata & Kumite · Ages 4–11 · Less than 1 year of practice
- NoviceKata & Kumite · Ages 4–11 · 1–2 years of practice
- Intermediate · Advanced · Para KarateKata & Kumite · Ages 7–11 (Int.) · Ages 8–11 (Adv.) · All ages (Para)
- Beginners · NoviceKata & Kumite · Ages 12–35+
- Intermediate · AdvancedKata & Kumite · Ages 12–35+
Tournament facts
Proudly sponsored by
All styles
Participating dojos
Knowledge and passion
The organizers
Run for 35 years by the same instructors from Kobushi Dojo Doral.
Ready for February 27?
Registration is online only at Colosseum Data. There is no on-site registration.
Register now