Register by September 16!

VANCOUVER
CUP 2025
Sunday

Killarney Community Centre
October 5

A message from the organizing committee
Welcome to the Vancouver Cup 2025 Karate Kata Championships!
We are back! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of skill, spirit and tradition! Vancouver Seiyu Karate proudly presents the Vancouver Cup 2025, our highlight event of the year where students of all levels can come together to showcase their kata in an atmosphere of respect and determination.
This year, we are excited to introduce a new non-competitive showcase division - the perfect opportunity for students to demonstrate their kata in front of a supportive audience without the pressure of being scored. Whether you are new to competition or simply want to share your passion for karate, this division is for you!
Join us for a day of powerful performances, camaraderie and the true spirit of Seiyu Karate. Sign up today and take your place on the mat - whether it be to compete, inspire or grow, we cannot wait to see you there. Osu!

Vancouver Cup 2025 Organizing Committee
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Arjun Vallipuram
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Joanne Kwok
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Joy Zhou
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Josh Lee
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Kai Nishimura
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Sempai Melchor Berceles
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Toshi Onaka
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Yumai Bishop
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Yuzuh Bishop
Advisor
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Shihan Tats Nakamura
Presented by
KARATE KATA CHAMPIONSHIPS




General Information
General Information
1 | Event | Vancouver Cup 2025 Karate Kata Championships |
2 | Date | Sunday, October 5, 2025 |
3 | Place | Killarney Community Centre |
4 | Time | 11:30 am to 4:30 pm |
5 | Entry Fee | $30/competitor (Free for spectators!) |
6 | Open to | All Seiyu Karate active members |
Timetable
1 | June 1 | Online registration begins | At this website |
2 | July 20 | Officiating Clinic | 4:50 pm to 6:20 pm at Killarney Dojo |
3 | September 14 | Officiating Clinic | 4:50 pm to 6:20 pm at Killarney Dojo |
4 | September 16 | Registration due for volunteers and officials | Close at 11:00 pm |
5 | September 16 | Registration due for competitors | Close at 11:00 pm |
6 | September 28 | Volunteer Meeting | Online Conference |
7 | October 5 | Tournament | At Killarney Gym from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm |


Registration
Registration
Competitors and Showcase Performers
Volunteers and Judges
Seiyu Merchandise
Seiyu Merchandise
Title | Image | Price | Size | Description |
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Seiyu Sicker | $2.50 Tax Included | 7.6cm (3inch) Diameter | Our club sticker with quality matte finish offers you a simple design you can place on any of your personal items like your laptop, water bottle or luggage! | |
Seiyu Tote Bag | $15 Tax Included | 42cm (H) x 38cm (W) x 10cm (D) / 6 Kg Carrying Capacity / 12 L Volume Capacity / Cream | Our club bag is made from 100% woven cotton that feels great and looks great. You can put all your training gear in it and go to your dojo! |

How to Order
Preorder merchandise by submitting payment through the registration forms above. All orders will be available for pickup at the tournament on October 5th. Please note: no in-person sales will be available on the day of the event.




Categories
Categories
# | Categories | Kata Selection |
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01 | Children's White Division 12 & Under | Taikyoku 1 - 3 |
02 | Children's Orange Division 12 & Under | Taikyoku 3, Pinan 1 - 2 |
03 | Children's Blue Division 12 & Under | Pinan 2 - 4, Yantsu |
04 | Children's Yellow and Green Division 12 & Under | Pinan 4 - 5, Gekisai Dai, Gekisai Sho, Yantsu, Tsuki no Kata |
05 | Teen's Entry Division 13 - 17 | Taikyoku 1 - 3, Pinan 1 - 3, Yantsu, Pinan Ura 1 |
06 | Teens Open Division 13 - 17 | Pinan 4 - 5, Pinan 4 - 5 Ura, Yantsu, Tsuki no Kata, Passai Dai, Gekisai Dai, Gekisai Sho, Seienchin, Saifa |
07 | Adult's Entry Division 15 & Older | Taikyoku 1 - 3, Pinan 1 - 3, Pinan 1- 3 Ura, Yantsu, Tsuki no Kata |
08 | Adults Open Division 15 & Older | Gekisai Dai, Gekisai Sho, Pinan 2 - 5 Ura, Saifa, Seienchin, Passai Dai, Garyu, Seipai, Kanku, Sushiho |
09 | Adults Open Division 40 & Older | Taikyoku 3, Pinan 1 - 5, Yantsu, Tsuki no Kata, Gekisai Dai, Gekisai Sho, Pinan 1 - 5 Ura, Saifa, Garyu, Seipai |
10 | Showcase Division* | Any Kata |
* Showcase Division
We are excited to introduce a non-competitive showcase division at the Vancouver Cup this year! Students who sign up as a showcase performer will be given a chance to perform their kata in front of an audience without the added pressure of being judged and scored. There are no age or belt requirements, and participants can perform either individually or in groups. All showcase performers will be presented with a participation certificate and medal at the closing ceremonies, but will not be eligible for ranking within any of our competitive divisions.


Awards
Awards
# | Category | Tie Breaker Rules | Awards |
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1 | Children 12 and under | A tie breaker will not be conducted. It means multiple competitors can share the same placement and medals. | Competitors who achieve the highest three scores in each category will be awarded a medal.* |
2 | Teens and Adults 13 and older | An extra performance to determine 1st, 2nd, 3rd of each category will be conducted when multiple competitors score the same points within the top three placements. | Top three competitors of each category will received a medal. The first place winner will receive a trophy. |
3 | Showcase Division | Not Applicable | A Participation certificate and a participation medal to all showcase performer |
* By not implementing tie breakers, our goal is to enhance the chances for children to secure a top 3 placement (i.e., it is possible for multiple participants to achieve gold medals within the same category). This approach aims to recognize more children for their efforts. However, one challenge is that organizers cannot predict in advance how many children will receive awards. Ordering a specific number of trophies risks falling short, while ordering too many would strain our budget, potentially necessitating an increase in entry fees. Therefore, we regret that we can only provide medals, not trophies, for the children's divisions. We appreciate your understanding.


Scoring
Progressive Assessment Scoring System for Kata (PASS)
The Progressive Assessment Scoring System (PASS) is a growth-based scoring system that evaluates a competitor's overall kata performance and is focused on rewarding achievements instead of penalizing mistakes. This scoring framework defines five distinct stages of kata development which are used as judging criteria. Competitor's can also refer to PASS for suggestions on how to improve their performance and enhance their karate journey.
01 The Learning Stage