2026 White Tiger Martial Arts Open Championship
Sunday, April 12th, 2026

Date & Time
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location
Forest View Educational Center
2121 South Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Registration Deadline
April 9th, 2026 (Thursday)
$10 per Competitor after April 9th
Welcome Message
From Grand Master & Tournament Director
It is my pleasure as the tournament director of the 2026 White Tiger Martial Arts Open Championship to introduce to you this distinguished event for your students to experience on April 12th, 2026 at Forest View Educational Center in Arlington Heights, IL. Through this event, I would like to give students an opportunity to compete and showcase their talent and sportsmanship as well as gain experience in competition to grow and strengthen their skills. I want to make sure that the event can fit the needs of all skill levels. With that, I am continuing to incorporate advanced technology and world-class level competition for our higher level students. I hope that having two different levels for competition can support each students' needs and to challenge them to compete at a higher level. I am also offering scholarships to help support our athletes through their journey in taekwondo and life. Please join us in working together to provide the best experience possible for our schools, students, and athletes this year!
Shik Lee
Grand Master & Tournament Director
White Tiger Martial Arts Center
847-279-2780 | www.wtmac.com
Tournament Information
Competition Events
- •Form (Individual, Grand Champion, Pair & Group Form)
- •Board Breaking
- •Sparring (Individual)
- •Demonstration
Registration Fees
$10 (additional fee for boards)
Admission Fees
CASH ONLY at the door
Contact Information
Master Shik Lee
847-567-8285
slee@wtmac.com
Office Manager
847-279-2780
wtmac286@gmail.com
286 Palatine Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
Tournament Schedule
Traditional Class (B Level) - Recommended for beginners and intermediate level competitors
Registration & Referee/Judge Meeting
Register and receive Competition Tags, purchase boards, and prepare for Form and Breaking Competitions
Demonstration Competition
Opening Ceremony
Form Competition (Traditional Class B)
Breaking Competition
Grand Championship - Form
Pair & Group Form
Sparring Competition
Form Competition (Traditional Class B)
Breaking Competition
Grand Championship - Form
Lunch Break
Sparring Competition
Sparring Competition
Sparring Competition
Closing Event
Competition Rules & Divisions
Form (Poomsae) Competition
Individual Poomsae Rules
- •6 yrs olds and younger will perform 10 steps of their form. This will not affect their score. 7 yrs olds & up will perform all steps.
- •All Color Belts: Single elimination tournament format.
- •All Black Belts: Cut-off tournament format or Single elimination tournament format.
- •All Poomsae Division winners qualify to compete to be Grand Champion.
- •Grand Champion Divisions: 6 yrs olds and under / 7-9 yrs olds All Color Belts / 10 yrs olds & Up All Black Belts / 9 yrs olds & under / 10 yrs olds & up All Black Belts.
Pair & Group Form Rules
- •Pair Form must include one male & one female and can be any age and any belt.
- •Divisions: All Color Belt / All Black belt
- •Group Form must include three members. Can be any age, any gender, and any belt.
- •Division: All Color Belt / All Black belt
- •Awards given: one gold, one silver, and one bronze for each division.
- •Competition Format: Single Elimination
Grand Champion Rules
- •All Poomsae Division winners qualify to compete to be Grand Champion
- •Grand Champion Divisions: 6 yrs olds and under / 7-9 yrs olds All Color Belts / 10 yrs olds & Up All Black Belts / 9 yrs olds & under / 10 yrs olds & up All Black Belts
Sports Poomsae Division
- •Sports Poomsae Division (only Black Belts): 7-9 yrs old / 10-11 yrs old / 12-14 yrs old / 15-17 yrs old / 18 yrs old & up
- •Sports Poomsae Division winners qualify to compete in the Sports Poomsae Grand Championship for a chance to win a 4 ft Trophy and $200 Scholarship.
Board Breaking Competition
General Rules
- •1 minute to set up and 1 minute to complete the routine.
- •Two chances will be allowed for each breaking technique.
- •Medals are awarded by the number of attempts taken to break the boards: No mistakes - Gold / 1-2 mistakes - Silver / 3 mistakes or more - Bronze
- •Props are prohibited for ALL BELTS. No Bricks allowed (Only boards).
- •Please do not bring your own boards with you. Board fees are paid along with the registration fee.
Board Specifications
- •9 yr olds and under will use children's boards.
- •10-14 yr olds will use medium boards.
- •15 yr olds & up will use adult boards only.
Sparring Competition
Traditional Class (Level B)
Color Belt Divisions
- •Modified USAT and WTF Sparring rules will apply.
- •Mandatory Equipment is required for this event.
- •2 rounds, 1 minute per round.
- •All Color Belts - No head contact.
- •One point for punches, Two points for body kicks, Four points for spinning body kicks.
- •When the match is tied, a single sudden death round will apply.
Black Belt Divisions
- •2 rounds, 1 minute per round.
- •LIGHT head contact will be allowed or head contact is optional too.
- •One point for punches, Two points for body kicks, Three points head kicks, Four points for spinning body kicks, Five points for spinning head kicks.
- •If allowed, head contact is three points and spinning kicks to the head are five points.
- •In all Black Belt Divisions, the Daedo system will be used to monitor all body shots.
- •For 9 yr olds and under, we will provide Daedo e-socks. However, for 10 yr olds and up you will need your OWN. This is mandatory.
World Class (Level A)
General Rules
- •Modified USAT and WTF Sparring rules will apply.
- •Mandatory Equipment is required for this event.
- •3 rounds, 1 minute per round. Best Round system.
- •Color Belts - Light head contact: One point for punches, Two points for body kicks, Four points for spinning body kicks, Five points for spinning head kicks.
- •Black Belts - LIGHT head contact will be allowed or head contact is optional. If allowed, head contact is three points and spinning kicks to the head are five points.
- •When the match is tied, a single sudden death round will apply.
Equipment Requirements
- •The Daedo system (Gen 2) will be used to monitor all body shots.
- •For 9 yr olds and under, we will provide Daedo e-socks.
- •For 10 yr olds and up you will need your OWN Daedo e-socks. This is mandatory.
- •All Level A Sparring Competitors must bring your OWN Daedo e-socks gen 2.
- •Please bring your Daedo socks. We will not be providing socks for competitors.
Demonstration Competition
- •Demo Team Competition (Start with music - 5 min)
- •There will be a 1 minute clean up
- •Over 5 min results in automatic disqualification
- •You must bring your own equipment (such as boards)
- •A big trophy will be awarded to all teams
Competition Divisions & Requirements
🥋Form Divisions by Age & Belt
| AGE | WHITE - YELLOW | ORANGE - PURPLE | BLUE - BROWN | RED - DEPUTY BLACK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-6 | BASIC | TAEGEUK 1 | TAEGEUK 2,3,4 | TAEGEUK 5,6,7 |
| 7-9 | TAEGEUK 1 | TAEGEUK 2,3,4 | TAEGEUK 5,6,7 | TAEGEUK 7,8 & Black Belt Forms |
| 10-11 | TAEGEUK 1 | TAEGEUK 2,3,4 | TAEGEUK 5,6,7 | TAEGEUK 7,8 & Black Belt Forms |
| 12-14 | TAEGEUK 1 | TAEGEUK 2,3,4 | TAEGEUK 5,6,7 | TAEGEUK 7,8 & Black Belt Forms |
| 15-17 | TAEGEUK 1 | TAEGEUK 2,3,4 | TAEGEUK 5,6,7 | TAEGEUK 7,8 & Black Belt Forms |
| 18 & UP | TAEGEUK 1 | TAEGEUK 2,3,4 | TAEGEUK 5,6,7 | TAEGEUK 7,8 & Black Belt Forms |
🪵Breaking Divisions by Age & Belt
| BELT | 3-4 yrs | 5-6 yrs | 7-9 yrs | 10-11 yrs | 12-14 yrs | 15-17 yrs | 18 & UP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITE - YELLOW | 2 Boards: 1. Hammer fist 2. Front snap kick | 3 Boards: 1. Hammer fist 2. Front snap kick 3. Hammer kick | 3 Boards: 1. Punch 2. Front snap kick 3. Round house kick | 3 Boards: 1. Punch 2. Front snap kick 3. Round house kick | 3 Boards: 1. Punch 2. Front snap kick 3. Round house kick | 3 Boards: 1. Punch 2. Front snap kick 3. Round house kick | 3 Boards: 1. Punch 2. Front snap kick 3. Round house kick |
| ORANGE - PURPLE | 3 Boards: 1. Round house kick 2. Back kick 3. Jump front Snap kick | 3 Boards: 1. Round house kick 2. Back kick 3. Jump front Snap kick | 3 Boards: 1. Round house kick 2. Back kick 3. Jump front Snap kick | 3 Boards: 1. Round house kick 2. Back kick 3. Jump front Snap kick | 3 Boards: 1. Round house kick 2. Back kick 3. Jump front Snap kick | 3 Boards: 1. Round house kick 2. Back kick 3. Jump front Snap kick | 3 Boards: 1. Round house kick 2. Back kick 3. Jump front Snap kick |
| BLUE - BROWN | 4 Boards: 1. Knife hand 2. Tornado kick 3. Spinning hook kick 4. Jump sidekick | 4 Boards: 1. Knife hand 2. Tornado kick 3. Spinning hook kick 4. Jump sidekick | 4 Boards: 1. Knife hand 2. Tornado kick 3. Spinning hook kick 4. Jump sidekick | 4 Boards: 1. Knife hand 2. Tornado kick 3. Spinning hook kick 4. Jump sidekick | 4 Boards: 1. Knife hand 2. Tornado kick 3. Spinning hook kick 4. Jump sidekick | 4 Boards: 1. Knife hand 2. Tornado kick 3. Spinning hook kick 4. Jump sidekick | 4 Boards: 1. Knife hand 2. Tornado kick 3. Spinning hook kick 4. Jump sidekick |
| RED - DEPUTY BLACK | 4 Boards & Up - Free style | 4 Boards & Up - Free style | 4 Boards & Up - Free style | 4 Boards & Up - Free style | 4 Boards & Up - Free style | 4 Boards & Up - Free style | 4 Boards & Up - Free style |
🏅World Class Designated Poomsae
Poomsae requirements for World Class (Level A) competition by age and belt
| Belt | 7 & Under | 8-9 | 10-11 | 12-14 | 15-17 | 18 & UP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YELLOW | P: TAEGEUK 1 F: TAEGEUK 2 | P: TAEGEUK 1 F: TAEGEUK 2 | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 1 | P: TAEGEUK 1 F: TAEGEUK 2 | P: TAEGEUK 1 F: TAEGEUK 2 | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 1 |
| GREEN | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 3 | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 3 | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 3 | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 3 | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 3 | P: TAEGEUK 2 F: TAEGEUK 3 |
| BLUE | P: TAEGEUK 4 F: TAEGEUK 5 | P: TAEGEUK 4 F: TAEGEUK 5 | P: TAEGEUK 5 F: TAEGEUK 4 | P: TAEGEUK 3 F: TAEGEUK 5 | P: TAEGEUK 3 F: TAEGEUK 5 | P: TAEGEUK 3 F: TAEGEUK 5 |
| RED | P: TAEGEUK 7 F: TAEGEUK 8 | P: TAEGEUK 6 F: TAEGEUK 8 | P: TAEGEUK 7 F: TAEGEUK 8 | P: TAEGEUK 7 F: TAEGEUK 8 | P: TAEGEUK 7 F: TAEGEUK 8 | P: TAEGEUK 7 F: TAEGEUK 8 |
| BLACK BELT | P: TAEGEUK 5 F: KORYO | P: TAEGEUK 3 F: KORYO | P: TAEGEUK 8 F: KORYO | P: TAEGEUK 5 F: KEUMGANG | P: KORYO F: TAEBAEK | P: KEUMGANG F: SIPJIN |
P = Preliminaries | F = Finals
⚖️World Class Sparring Weight Divisions
Weight classes for World Class (Level A) sparring competition
| Age Group | Yellow | Green | Blue | Red | Black Belt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-9 | Fin: -40lbs Mid: 41-60lbs Hvy: +61lbs | Fin: -40lbs Mid: 41-60lbs Hvy: +61lbs | Fin: -40lbs Mid: 41-60lbs Hvy: +61lbs | Fin: -40lbs Mid: 41-60lbs Hvy: +61lbs | Fin: -40lbs Mid: 41-60lbs Hvy: +61lbs |
| 10-11 | Fin: -66lbs Mid: 66-88lbs Hvy: +88lbs | Fin: -66lbs Mid: 66-88lbs Hvy: +88lbs | Fin: -66lbs Mid: 66-88lbs Hvy: +88lbs | Fin: -66lbs Mid: 66-88lbs Hvy: +88lbs | Fin: -66lbs Mid: 66-88lbs Hvy: +88lbs |
| 12-14 | Fin: -88lbs Mid: 88.1-125lbs Hvy: +125lbs | Fin: -88lbs Mid: 88.1-125lbs Hvy: +125lbs | Fin: -88lbs Mid: 88.1-125lbs Hvy: +125lbs | Fin: -88lbs Mid: 88.1-125lbs Hvy: +125lbs | Fin: -88lbs Mid: 88.1-125lbs Hvy: +125lbs |
| 15-17 | Fin: -105lbs Mid: 105.1-138lbs Hvy: +138lbs | Fin: -105lbs Mid: 105.1-138lbs Hvy: +138lbs | Fin: -105lbs Mid: 105.1-138lbs Hvy: +138lbs | Fin: -105lbs Mid: 105.1-138lbs Hvy: +138lbs | Fin: -105lbs Mid: 105.1-138lbs Hvy: +138lbs |
| 18 & UP | Fin: -127lbs Mid: 127-154lbs Hvy: +154.1lbs | Fin: -127lbs Mid: 127-154lbs Hvy: +154.1lbs | Fin: -127lbs Mid: 127-154lbs Hvy: +154.1lbs | Fin: -127lbs Mid: 127-154lbs Hvy: +154.1lbs | Fin: -127lbs Mid: 127-154lbs Hvy: +154.1lbs |
Fin = Fin Weight | Mid = Middle Weight | Hvy = Heavy Weight
Important Information
Please Read Carefully
All applications due by April 9th, 2026
Late Fee After April 9th is $10 per Competitor
All competitors must purchase breaking boards when registering for the event
Boards will NOT be sold on competition day
Ring Tables will hold all the boards on the day of the event for your child to ensure that there will be no miss-breaks before the competition
Please send Application Form with Cash or Money order payable to White Tiger Martial Arts Center (Wheeling, IL)
Online Registration available at www.wtmac.com
Purchase admission tickets at the door - CASH ONLY
Critical Deadline
All registrations must be received by April 9th, 2026 (Thursday)
$10 per Competitor after April 9th
See You at the Championship!
We look forward to welcoming you to the 2026 White Tiger Martial Arts Open Championship. This is more than just a competition—it's an opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills, gain valuable experience, and be part of a supportive martial arts community.