Referees

Tournament Rules

Referee & Judge Registration:

Join us at the 2026 Kyokushin-kan America International Championships in Saint Augustine, Florida. We welcome all qualified referees and judges to participate in this prestigious event. Complimentary accommodations and transportation are provided to support your important role.

Complimentary Accommodations

Referees and judges will receive three nights of complimentary hotel accommodations at a designated partner hotel:

Referees and judges will receive three nights of complimentary hotel accommodations at a designated partner hotel Rooms are double occupancy with two referees per room. Shuttle service will be provided exclusively for referees and judges.

Note: Registration for complimentary accommodations closes on April 1, 2026.

Quality Inn St. Augustine Outlet Mall

Partner Hotel (Complimentary)

Three nights complimentary for referees and judges (Check-in on Friday May 22, Check Out on Monday May 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM)
Special Karate group rate for (competitors, coaches, guests): $87.27 per night + tax (Double Occupancy)
Cutoff Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 for (competitors, coaches, guests)
Double occupancy (two referees per room)
Shuttle transportation provided to/from tournament venue
Convenient for referees traveling with teams (extra rooms available at good rates)

Registration deadline: April 1, 2026

Renaissance St. Augustine World Golf Village Resort

OFFICIAL HOTEL

Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village

Be part of the official experience where the top delegation is staying.

Referees will automatically be placed at the partner hotel unless they request to stay at the official championship hotel under the special group rate.

For Teams & Competitors

The partner hotel where referees are placed is also a great lodging option for competitors and team members. Affordable group rates and convenient location make it an excellent choice. We encourage referees traveling with students to book additional rooms for their teams at this hotel for convenience and value.

KYOKUSHIN-KAN USA