The Oaklands Wolves Karate Open 2026 will take place at the Sport Zone, Oaklands College, St Albans, on 13–14 June 2026, (Oaklands College, East Drive, St Albans, AL4 0HX); 09:00 till 18:00 each day.. This two-day competition will deliver a professionally organised tournament environment, welcoming athletes, coaches, and spectators to an exciting showcase of karate across multiple divisions.
The event will feature a full programme of competition areas operating throughout both days, incorporating Novice and Advanced Kata and Kumite across a comprehensive range of age, height, and weight categories, from 7 years through to 18+. With over 90 divisions scheduled across the weekend, the tournament offers extensive opportunities for participation and high-level competition.
In addition to the sporting programme, attendees can expect a vibrant event atmosphere, including food vendors, trade stalls, live music, medal ceremonies, and a special mixed team exhibition event, ensuring an engaging experience for all visitors.
The event is proud to welcome Jordan Thomas, one of Britain’s most accomplished martial artists, as a special guest.
A former World and European Karate Champion, Jordan made history in 2016 by securing a World Karate Championship title. Jordan serves as Head Coach of the Oaklands Wolves Karate Academy, where he has rapidly developed a high-performance programme producing multiple national champions. His coaching philosophy combines technical excellence with a modern, athlete-focused approach, supporting progression from grassroots participation through to international competition.
Ahead of the main competition, Jordan will lead an exclusive pre-event training camp, offering participants the opportunity to train within an elite performance environment. This camp is open to athletes who wish to prepare for the competition and gain insight from a world-class competitor and coach prior to the tournament.
Whether attending as a competitor, coach, or spectator, the Oaklands Wolves Karate Open 2026 promises a high-quality, action-packed event within a professional and welcoming setting.
The WKF Competition Rules in force will be applied.