Recognition on the mat
Placement medals will be awarded to competitors finishing 1st, 2nd, and both 3rd places. All competitors ages 7 and under will receive participation medals.
NEXT UP Saturday, October 16, 2027 · Amelia Island, Florida
OCTOBER 16, 2027 · AMELIA ISLAND, FLORIDA
Seaside
Karate Classic
Join athletes, coaches, and families for a welcoming day of karate competition on beautiful Amelia Island.
2027 registration updates ↗16OCTOBER 2027Saturday · Seaside Karate Classic
01 / WHENOctober 16, 2027
02 / WHEREAmelia Island, Florida
03 / WHATAnnual karate tournament
04 / GET READYRegistration updates ↗Countdown to the Seaside Karate Classic
Saturday, October 16, 2027 · 9:00 AM · Amelia Island, Florida
WELCOME TO SEASIDE
Karate competition.
Coastal hospitality.
Welcome to the Seaside Karate Classic—an annual gathering of karate athletes, families, coaches, and officials on beautiful Amelia Island.
Join us for the next event on Saturday, October 16, 2027. Check back for confirmed registration, divisions, and tournament details.
Contact the organizers ↗Team spirit, celebrated
The school with the largest team will receive the prestigious Yamazaki Cup. Bring your dojo and celebrate your team’s spirit.
A place to come together
Share a day of competition with athletes, families, and coaches, then make time to enjoy Amelia Island.
2027 REGISTRATION
Plan to join us
October 16, 2027.
Entry is $100 for all categories: kata, kumite, and kobudo. Registration is limited to 300 athletes.
Ask about registration ↗PLAN YOUR TOURNAMENT DAY
Tournament schedule
Plan your arrival around your division’s staging time. The tournament opens at 9:00 AM with the national anthem and presentations.
View the 2027 staging schedule
| 8:30 AM | All Kobudo / weapons divisions |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | National anthem and presentations |
| 9:30 AM | Ages 4–7 |
| 11:00 AM | Ages 8–11 |
| 12:30 PM | Ages 12–15 |
| 1:30 PM | Ages 16+ |
Staging times are approximate. No division will begin before its listed staging time.
DISCOVER AMELIA ISLAND
Make it an
Amelia Island weekend.
Bring the family and make time to enjoy Amelia Island before or after tournament day.
Ask about 2027 travel details ↗FLY INTOJacksonville International Airport (JAX)
The event’s published travel guidance recommends JAX. Plan your route to 435 Citrona Drive, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.
2027 VENUE435 Citrona Drive
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
The tournament takes place at Fernandina Beach High School. Our host hotel is Residence Inn Amelia Island.
Get directions to the venue ↗When is the next Seaside Karate Classic?
The next annual event is Saturday, October 16, 2027, on Amelia Island, Florida.
How do I register?
Registration will be available through Tournament in a Box. Entry is $100 for all categories and is limited to 300 athletes. The 2027 registration link will be posted when entries open.
Do I need a USA Karate membership?
All coaches, athletes, and referees must be members of USA Karate. International coaches, athletes, and referees are exempt.
Where can I find divisions and staging times?
View the staging schedule above and the Categories page for age groups, experience levels, and division codes.
What is the best airport for Amelia Island?
The event’s published travel guidance recommends Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Plan your journey to the venue at 435 Citrona Drive, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.
Seaside Karate Classic in pictures
