{"product_id":"2026-whistlekick-championship-martial-arts-tournament","title":"2026 Whistlekick Championship Martial Arts Tournament","description":"\u003ch1\u003e2026 Whistlekick Championship\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour championship belts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly four martial artists will leave wearing one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at The Marlborough School in Marlborough, New Hampshire, for the 2026 Whistlekick Championship Martial Arts Tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Whistlekick Martial Arts League event is open to competitors of all martial arts styles, ages, and ranks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors may enter standard divisions for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeapons Forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoint Sparring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut this isn't just any old tournament!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst-place finishes earn competitors a place in the Championship Elimination Rounds held later that day. Division winners will face additional challenges designed to test their all-around martial arts abilities and determine who earns one of four exclusive Whistlekick Championship Belts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWin multiple divisions, and you earn a more direct path toward a championship belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWin one division and your path will be longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEither way, earning one of these belts will NOT be easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast year’s elimination rounds tested balance, speed, accuracy, control, and much more. This year’s challenges will remain secret until tournament day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo competitor can prepare for the exact tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can only prepare to be ready for anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturday, September 26, 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Marlborough School, 41 Fitch Court, Marlborough, NH 03455\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-registration deadline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunday, September 20 at midnight\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard divisions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms, Weapons Forms, Point Sparring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampionship opportunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e First-place competitors advance to the Championship Elimination Rounds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanctioned by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whistlekick Martial Arts League\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePre-Registration Tiers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze — $60\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscounted pre-registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver — $85\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscounted pre-registration, one $5 Lunch Pack, AND a special edition event T-shirt featuring the 2026 Whistlekick Championship logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold — $120\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscounted pre-registration, one $5 Lunch Pack, a special edition event T-shirt, AND a special edition event hoodie featuring the 2026 Whistlekick Championship logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver and Gold registrations include apparel. Shirt and hoodie sizing will be collected on the competitor registration form, which is emailed to you after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-registration closes September 20 at midnight so we have time to prepare apparel and event materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT-shirt and hoodie size options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYouth Small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYouth Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYouth Large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYouth XL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult XL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult 2XL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay-Of Registration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-of competitor registration: $70\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay-of registration includes competitor registration only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch and apparel are available separately at the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo discounts are available for day-of registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePre-Registration Discounts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-registration discounts apply to all three tiers: Bronze, Silver, and Gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$5 off for Whistlekick Martial Arts League members\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$5 off for WK Alliance school students\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$10 off for competitors who are both WMAL members and students at WK Alliance schools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscounts must be entered during checkout. No discounts will be given after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePre-Registration Bonus Drawings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-registered competitors will be entered into bonus prize drawings at no additional cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earlier you register, the more drawings you will be eligible for—and the more chances you will have to win before tournament day even arrives. Bonus drawing prizes will be announced soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h2lbjx\" data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"212\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"183\"\u003eSaturday, August 15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15q40j4\" data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"238\"\u003eSaturday, August 29\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gi3kls\" data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eSaturday, September 12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister before the first drawing deadline to be eligible for every drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister later, and you will still be entered into any remaining drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no extra purchase and no separate entry process. All you have to do is complete your discounted pre-registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompetition Divisions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors perform an empty-hand form and are judged according to generally accepted criteria, including speed, power, strength, energy, quality of stances, presentation, and overall performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is an open tournament, forms are not evaluated based on style-specific technical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeapons Forms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors perform a weapons form and are judged using generally accepted criteria such as control, speed, power, presentation, difficulty, and overall performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePoint Sparring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors face one another in controlled point competition under the Whistlekick Open Tournament Ruleset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChampionship Elimination Rounds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst-place finishes in standard tournament divisions earn competitors a place in the Championship Elimination Rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rounds take place later in the tournament and are separate from the competitor’s standard divisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors will be challenged in ways that test a broader range of martial arts skills. The exact challenges will not be announced before the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast year’s elimination rounds included tests of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoordination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance under pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year’s challenges will be different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors who win more than one qualifying division earn a shorter path through the elimination rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors who win one qualifying division will need to survive more rounds to reach the final.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour Championship Belts will be awarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact qualifying groups and elimination-round structure may be adjusted based on registration numbers and division participation to preserve fairness, safety, and event flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhistlekick Martial Arts League Points\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll standard tournament divisions contribute points toward the 2026 Whistlekick Martial Arts League standings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors continue building points toward division standings and season awards throughout the WMAL season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeason awards will be presented during the WMAL Awards Banquet at Martial Summit on Saturday, November 7, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitors do not need to be WMAL members to compete, but WMAL membership is required to remain eligible for season awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEvent Schedule\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoors Open:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7:30 AM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferee and Scorekeeper\/Timekeeper Meetings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8:15 AM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Ceremonies:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8:30 AM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Divisions Begin:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8:45 AM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampionship Elimination Rounds will take place after the qualifying standard divisions have been completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpectator Fees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren 6–17:\u003c\/strong\u003e $5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdults 18–64:\u003c\/strong\u003e $10\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnder 5 and 65+:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLunch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere will be plenty of $5 Lunch Packs available at the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Lunch Pack includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheese pizza\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle of water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoice of two packaged snacks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will not know the exact snack options in advance, but competitors and spectators will be able to choose from the packaged snacks available that day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePast snack options have included granola bars, chips, pretzels, and fruit snacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver and Gold registrations include one $5 Lunch Pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze competitors, spectators, and family members may purchase Lunch Packs at the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Attend?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tournament should give martial artists an opportunity to compete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA championship should ask them to prove they can do more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Whistlekick Championship, a first-place finish may only be the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivision winners will need to step forward again, face unfamiliar challenges, and demonstrate that they can adapt under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tournament is designed around the details that matter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEfficient operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear communication\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFair competition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced staff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA published and followed ruleset\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositive competition across styles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA championship experience competitors will remember\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you have competed with Whistlekick before or this will be your first Whistlekick Martial Arts League event, the Championship offers a full day of competition and the opportunity to earn something truly difficult to win.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are only four Championship Belts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo have a chance at one, you first have to enter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Registration Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your registration tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProceed to checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter any discount code or codes you may have. No discounts will be given after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSave your order number. You will need it later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch for an email containing the competitor registration form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete the competitor registration form fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe competitor registration form must be completed before the competitor may participate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the form, competitors will select their divisions and provide the information needed for accurate placement within those divisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver and Gold competitors will also provide apparel sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions or concerns should be emailed to \u003ca href=\"mailto:nick@whistlekick.com\"\u003enick@whistlekick.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEvent-Day Extras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch will be available on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvent apparel and additional products will be available at the concession stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay-of registration will be available at a higher price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpectators are welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePoint Sparring Equipment Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoint sparring competitors must have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMouthguard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosed-finger foam gloves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam boots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam helmet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale competitors must wear a groin cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following equipment is not allowed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxing gloves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-finger or MMA-style gloves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWKF-style gloves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRingstar or similar boots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWKF shin and instep protectors are acceptable if the toes are covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Division Rules\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoint-scoring targets include the front and sides of the torso and the area covered by the helmet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSparring matches are first-to-three points, with no time limit. Black belt divisions are first-to-five points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFace contact is not considered a point, but controlled techniques demonstrating that a strike could have made contact with the face may be considered points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeapons and empty-hand forms are evaluated using generally accepted criteria, including displays of speed, power, strength, energy, stance quality, control, presentation, and overall performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForms are not evaluated based on style-specific technical accuracy because this is an open tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review the full Whistlekick Open Tournament Ruleset before the event:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whistlekick.com\/pages\/open-tournament-ruleset\"\u003ehttps:\/\/whistlekick.com\/pages\/open-tournament-ruleset\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo refunds will be issued unless the tournament venue must be relocated more than 25 miles from its original site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf that occurs, pre-registered competitors will have the option to receive a full refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhistlekick will contact all pre-registered competitors if a significant venue change occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLiability and Media Release\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelease of Liability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy purchasing this registration, I release Whistlekick, LLC, its staff, the event venue, attendees, media outlets, sponsors, participants, referees, and all affiliated parties from any and all liability, claims, or demands arising from participation in this event, whether planned or unplanned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI understand that participation in a martial arts event is inherently dangerous and that even proper participation by competent parties can result in injury or death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI assume full responsibility for anything that occurs before, during, or after the event, known or unknown, for myself and anyone for whom I am legally permitted to take responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI understand that while medical staff may be available, their availability and competence can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI agree that I will make no claim, financial or otherwise, against any party, including but not limited to those listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedia Waiver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy attending, you grant Whistlekick, LLC permission to use photographs or videos taken during the tournament for promotional purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchasing this registration constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions listed on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deadline for pre-registration is Sunday, September 20, 2026, at midnight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"whistlekick","offers":[{"title":"Bronze (Discounted Pre-Registration)","offer_id":42781985636432,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver (Discounted Pre-Registration plus Lunch + T-Shirt)","offer_id":42781985669200,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold (Discounted Pre-Registration plus Lunch + T-Shirt + Hoodie)","offer_id":42781985701968,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1813\/1155\/files\/ChatGPTImageJul16_2026_09_45_30AM.png?v=1784209542","url":"https:\/\/whistlekick.com\/products\/2026-whistlekick-championship-martial-arts-tournament","provider":"whistlekick","version":"1.0","type":"link"}