WTSDA World Championship – July 2026
July 16 – July 19
The WTSDA World Championship 2026 brings together Tang Soo Do practitioners from around the world for four days of competition, training, and celebration in Schaumburg, Illinois, USA. Open to both gup and dan grades, this is the pinnacle event in the WTSDA calendar — a chance to compete at the highest level and be part of the global Tang Soo Do family.
Schedule
- Wednesday July 15th – Ki Gong at the Convention Center
- Thursday July 16th – Ki Gong and WTSDA training clinics at the convention center. A lake and river architectural boat tour of Downtown Chicago with bussing will be available.
- Friday July 17th – Black Belt and creativity competition.
- Saturday July 18th – Opening Ceremonies and Gup competition.
- Saturday night July 18th – One Family Championship party in the same room as the competition with a live band and a DJ.
- Sunday July 19th – One Family picnic at Six Flags Great America. About 40 miles or 65 kilometers North of the hotel. There will be bussing available for an additional cost.
- Bonus Monday July 20th – A Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field with a bus to and from the hotel, a 90 minute behind the scenes tour of Wrigley and a ballgame. WTSDA Member Bus Trip to Wrigley Field — Bus, Ticket, Tour & Souvenir
Who Can Attend
The World Championship is open to all WTSDA gup and dan grade members in good standing. Separate competition categories are available for juniors and seniors across all belt grades. Check with your instructor if you are unsure of your eligibility.
Travel & Accommodation
The event is held at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center and Hotel, 1551 Thoreau Drive N, Schaumburg, Illinois 60173 — approximately 5 miles from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), which has direct and connecting flights from the UK. A WTSDA hotel room block is typically available at the event hotel at a preferential rate; check the WTSDA website for booking details and deadlines.