Taikai
May 24, 2026 · Goodman Center · Chicago, IL
The Go Ryu Ki tournament is teams only. Teams are not separated by rank.
Divisions
Adult
Round robin pods followed by single elimination playoffs
Open to all ranks
Women's
Single elimination bracket
Open to all ranks
Youth
Round robin
Open to all ranks
Shinpan-chō (審判長) — Shozo Kato Sensei, 8 Dan Kyoshi (Head Instructor, Shidogakuin; New York)
There is a lunch break during the taikai (boxed lunch available — see Registration). The taikai will be followed by a post-taikai banquet in the evening.
Traditions
Champion Flag
First place team receives a travelling flag. Each year’s winning team adds their tag, passing the flag on to the next champion.