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2026 AAU Junior Olympic Games (Karate)
About
2026 AAU Junior Olympic Games karate competition in Des Moines IA; one of 30 youth sports at AAU JO Games; major youth karate event drawing competitors from across the US; alternative qualifier pathway to national team selection.
Martial Arts
Karate
Weight Classes
Mens: -60kg-67kg-75kg-84kg+84kgWomens: -50kg-55kg-61kg-68kg+68kg
Divisions
Kumite (Sparring)Kata (Forms)
Rules Set
AAU Karate Rules
Date
Saturday, July 25, 2026
to Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location
Iowa Events Center (TBC)
Des Moines, IA
Des Moines, IA, United States
Organizer
AAU Junior Olympic Games
Entry Fee
USA Karate membership + entry fees