WOTAI International Open Taekwondo Championships 2026

The WOTAI International Open Taekwondo Championships 2026 took place on September 26–27 in Angeles, Philippines, bringing taekwondo action to Lapid Arena on Sampaguita Avenue in Angeles City, Pampanga. The event gathered 3 participants from 1 club in a compact but focused atmosphere.

Organized by Donnie Geisler Taekwondo Team Philippines, the championships featured 5 categories and 5 divisions across two age groups. Competitors were entered in a range of levels including Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced Beginner, Advanced, Pre Black Belt, Black Belt, and Mixed, giving the program a broad technical shape.

The schedule stretched across several forms of taekwondo competition, with Kyorugi, Poomsae, Kyukpa - Speed, Kyukpa - Power, and Demo Team all represented. Among the categories highlighted in the registrations were Black Belt Senior 18-29 in Kyorugi, Intermediate Masters 1 30-39 in Poomsae, Intermediate Masters 1 30-39 in both Kyukpa disciplines, and a Mixed All Ages 0-100 Demo Team entry.

LEADERS TAEKWONDO ACADEMY was part of the event’s lineup, adding to the sense of shared participation on the floor. Even with a small field, the championships offered a varied showcase of sparring, forms, breaking, and team presentation.

Across the two-day program in Angeles, the event delivered a concise snapshot of taekwondo’s competitive range, from individual discipline to demonstration work. It was the kind of weekend that kept the spotlight on structure, skill, and the spirit of the sport. #Taekwondo #WOTAI #AngelesCity #Philippines #MartialArts