Are you up to the Challenge
The Golden Eagle Challenge is evolving. While it has traditionally been a katas/forms‑focused competition, this year we’re raising the bar with the addition of a Power Breaking Challenge. Competitors will still demonstrate their technical mastery through multiple kata/form performances, but now they’ll also have the chance to showcase strength, control, and breaking technique in a dedicated power‑breaking event.
NEW for 2026
Power Breaking - Double Horizontal Arm: We're adding a new twist to the Challenge. Competitors will now have the opportunity to showcase their power and precision in a two‑stack arm break. Using both arms, they’ll attempt to break two stacks of boards with strikes delivered horizontally, using any part of the arm below the shoulder.
More details coming soon.
Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Galway High School
Doors opens at 9:00 AM
Judges Meeting at 9:30 AM
Opening Ceremony 9:45 AM
Competition starts at 10:00 AM
Golden Eagle Martial Arts invites martial artists, from all styles, to compete in a challenge tournament.
This is a 518 Martial Arts points event.
The Challenge offers 3 events for the competitors.
Individual Katas/Forms
In the individual kata/form competition, the challenge comes from performing multiple times—and in some cases, performing multiple katas/forms. Competition progresses through three stages: the Medal Round, the Championship Round, and the Grand Championship Round.
Team Sync Katas/Forms
Team Sync follows the same structure as the individual competition but requires a team of three competitors. In addition to the standard judging criteria, teams are also evaluated on their overall synchronicity.
Power Breaking
Like katas/forms, power breaking demands balance, focus, speed, power, and spirit—yet it all comes down to one decisive moment. Break the most boards and claim the title of champion.
