Greetings Sensei, athletes, and friends,
It is with great pleasure I would like to extend my invitation on the behalf the American Shotokan Karate Federation and the Shotokan Karate Dojo. We would like to invite you to our third Invitational Karate Tournament in Denver, Colorado on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
This year, we will have the new Venue will be at the APS Avenues High School in Aurora, Colorado.
This area is a residential area but is close to Town Center in Aurora and close to 6th Street, and great streight shot west to Downtown Denver at 6th and Broadway. One turn to the left at that intersection takes one to the heart of Downton Denver.
Bleacher seating and consesions (food) available for purchase.
No food or drink is allowed to be braught in exept for water.
This tournament will have nationally certified officials from different areas of the country, as well as local credited local officials volunteering at the event.
We Wlcome Cedric Barksdale and Fransisco Gomez to the Referee Team this year, as well the best local officials from reputable dojos from Colorado and the rest of the Unite States.
The event will provide 4 rings of non-stop action. USANKF Kata list, Modified USA Karate Kumite , and Rotational Team Kumite
Date – November 14, 2026
Venue – APS Aveneu High School Gymnasium 12310 E Parkview Drive, Aurora, CO 80011 This a different place all together.
Hotel – We are recommending a few hotels close to the venue. We do not have any sponsored hotels this year.
However, we recomend these:
Best Western Plus Gateway Inn & Suites 800 S Abilene St, Aurora, CO 80012.
720-748-4800.
Courtyard Denver Aurora, 255 N Blackhawk St, Aurora, CO 80011.
720-769-1600.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver - Aurora
13696 E Iliff Pl, Aurora, CO 80014. 303-337-2800.
Please DO NOT simply go to any hotel without check with us first as certain hotels in the city are not recommended because some hotels are very unsafe. Check with us first.
Registration –Tournamentinabox.com as the date comes closer.
The first divisions will be staged at 8:15 AM, Opening Ceremony at 8:30, matches start at 9:00.
Coaches and officials must attend 8:15 AM Coaches and Officials meeting.
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