
Lil’ Warrior Assessment – Session Details – May 2026
15 May 2026
ITF World Cup 2026 – Benidorm, Spain
9 June 2026
Dear Students & Parents,
We’re excited to announce that the Inaugural De Silva Open 2026, will take place on Saturday 27 June 2026 at Brunel University Sports Centre.
The De Silva Open is a brand new competition designed specifically for White & Coloured Belt students aged 7–17 years and acts as the perfect stepping stone between our Interclub Championships and larger national and international events such as The Warrior Open.
Who Can Compete?
- Pre-Cadets (7–8 years)
- Cadets (9–11 years)
- Pre-Junior (12-14 Years)
- Juniors (14–17 years)
Tournament Details
- Date: Saturday 27 June 2026
- Venue: Brunel University Sports Centre, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge UB8 3PH
⏰ Approximate Timings (subject to change depending on entries):
- 7-8 Years & 9-11 Years: 09:00–13:00
- 12-14 Years & 14-17 Years: 13:00–18:00
Note: Black Belts are expected to assist on the day. Additional details will be provided in a separate email.
Please be aware that there may be variation in these timing depending to the number of competitors and events on the day.
Categories & Entry Fees
All competitors will participate in two categories; Pattern and Sparring.
Entry Fee: £35
Note: Beginner students (White Belts & White with Yellow Stripe) may choose whether to compete in sparring.
Dress Code & Equipment
- White ITF Club Uniform (ages 7+)
Required sparring equipment (Yellow Belt & above must bring their own):
- Headguard
- Semi-contact gloves & boots
- Mouth guard
- Shin pads
- Groin guard (males)
Registration
All students must register online via the link below. Please ensure your details are correct, as competitors will be grouped by gender, age, grade, and size. Incorrect entries may result in being placed in the wrong division, and no refunds will be given.
Registration closes Thursday 18 June at 5pm





