Welcome
Welcome to the inaugural Ocean Knockdown Event. The Oceania Knockdown is a triennial event and in 2026 it will be held in Cairns, Australia.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Please read the following information carefully. If you would like additional information, please do not hesistate to contact us.
Competitor Information
Please note the following information for kumite and kata competitors entering the 2026 Oceania Knockdown being held in Cairns, Far North Queensland.
Date: Saturday 14th November 2026
Doors Open: Weigh-in: from 5.30 pm Friday 13th November at the World Kyokushin Kaikan Australia Honbu
(56 Cheviot Street, Smithfield, Far North Queensland).
Doors Open: Tournament: 9.00 am
Tournament Venue: Smithfield State High School (O’Brien Road, Smithfield, Far North Queensland).
Registration Deadline: 9.00 am Sunday 1st November 2026
Competitor Fees:
🔴 80 AUD (Australian Dollars) when entering one division, either kata or kumite.
🔴 110 AUD when entering two divisions; that is, kata and kumite.
🔴 Fees to be paid when registering.
Spectator tickets can be purchased at the door
Spectator – Adults: AUD40
Spectator – Children: AUD20 (Under 12 years of age)
Competitor Categories
Kumite
Male Competitors [18 +]
– Heavyweight – 85.1kg and over
– Middleweight – 70.1 kg to 85kg
– Lightweight – 70kg and under
- Male open
- 5th Kyu and under
- Seniors – 40-49 years
- Veterans – Over 50 years
Male Competitors [Under 18]
- 10 to 11 years [45kg and below]
- 10 to 11 years [45.1 kg and above]
- 12 to 13 years [55kg and below]
- 12 to 13 years [55.1kg and above]
- 14 to 15 years [65kg and below]
- 14 to 15 years [65.1kg and above]
- 16 to 17 years [70kg and below]
- 16 to 17 years [70.1kg and above]
Kumite
Female Competitors [18 +]
– Heavyweight – 65kg and over
– Middleweight – 60.1 kg to 65kg
– Lightweight – 60kg and under
- Female open
- 5th Kyu and under
- Seniors – 40-49 years
- Veterans – Over 50 years
Female Competitors [Under 18]
- 10 to 11 years [40kg and below]
- 10 to 11 years [40.1 kg and above]
- 12 to 13 years [50kg and below]
- 12 to 13 years [50.1kg and above]
- 14 to 15 years [60kg and below]
- 14 to 15 years [60.1kg and above]
- 16 to 17 years [65kg and below]
- 16 to 17 years [65.1kg and above]
Kata
Beginner
No rank to 9th Kyu
Intermediate
8th Kyu to 5th Kyu
Advanced
4th Kyu and above
Visa Requirements
International competitors must ensure they have the correct visa to enter Australia.
Please check the visa requirements.
Australian Government | Department of Home Affairs
The Tournament Venue
Smithfield State High Schoool
Smithfield State High School (O’Brien Road, Smithfield, Far North Queensland)
Accommodation
There are a number of hotels located in the Northern Beaches area. We will be adding a selection of hotels and apartments offering discounts to competitors and their families shortly.
Explore
While you are in Tropical North Queensland, you can experience our beaches, islands, and the sights of our region.
