{"id":280304,"date":"2026-05-22T02:28:44","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T02:28:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/280304\/"},"modified":"2026-05-22T02:28:44","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T02:28:44","slug":"aau-taekwondo-nationals-2026-sets-stage-for-major-international-showcase-in-fort-lauderdale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/280304\/","title":{"rendered":"AAU Taekwondo Nationals 2026 Sets Stage for Major International Showcase in Fort Lauderdale"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>AAU Taekwondo Nationals 2026 is already shaping up to be one of the most attractive events on the U.S. calendar, with a broad, dynamic format designed to welcome athletes, coaches, clubs, and families for a full week of competition and activity. The event will take place from June 28 through July 4, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where it is expected to once again draw strong participation from across the United States and beyond.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastkd.com\/2026\/03\/aau-taekwondo-opens-2026-national-championships-to-international-athletes-in-one-year-exception\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">AAU Taekwondo opens 2026 National Championships to international athletes in one-year exception<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s edition brings additional significance because the Amateur Athletic Union has exceptionally opened participation to international athletes, creating a unique opportunity for competitors from Latin America and other parts of the world to compete in one of the premier AAU Taekwondo events of the year.<\/p>\n<p>One of the event\u2019s biggest strengths will be its wide range of competitive divisions, offering space for different ages, skill levels, and expressions of Taekwondo. The program features Olympic Sparring, Grassroots Olympic Sparring, Sports Poomsae, Freestyle Poomsae, Traditional Forms, Weapons Forms, Board Breaking, Demo Team Competition, Point Sparring, Continuous Point Sparring, Padded Weapons Sparring, and multiple Para divisions, reflecting the inclusive and multidimensional character of the championship.<\/p>\n<p>In sparring, AAU Taekwondo Nationals 2026 will feature Olympic Sparring for both black belts and color belts, along with age-based divisions and additional developmental opportunities through Grassroots Olympic Sparring. The event will also include Traditional Point Sparring, Continuous Point Sparring, and Para Point Sparring, creating a structure that supports both high-level competition and broader participation.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"144365\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.mastkd.com\/2026\/03\/aau-taekwondo-nationals-2026-sets-stage-for-major-international-showcase-in-fort-lauderdale\/aau-schedule\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.mastkd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AAU-Schedule.jpg?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"AAU \u2013 Schedule\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.mastkd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AAU-Schedule.jpg?fit=611%2C611&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-144365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AAU-Schedule.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>On the technical side, the championship will showcase a strong Sports Poomsae program, with individual, pair, and team competition, as well as Freestyle Poomsae, which adds creativity, expression, and entertainment value to the event. The schedule also includes Traditional Forms divisions such as WT Forms, ITF Forms, TSD Forms, Open Forms, Team Forms, and Creative Forms, reinforcing the event\u2019s full reach across multiple disciplines.<\/p>\n<p>The competitive lineup is further enhanced by Board Breaking, Weapons Forms, Padded Weapons Sparring, and the always exciting Demo Team Competition, all of which add energy and visual appeal to an already robust program. In addition, the inclusion of Para Taekwondo divisions across several divisions underscores AAU Taekwondo\u2019s commitment to accessibility and opportunity for a wide range of athletes.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"144366\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.mastkd.com\/2026\/03\/aau-taekwondo-nationals-2026-sets-stage-for-major-international-showcase-in-fort-lauderdale\/screenshot-2026-03-20-at-12-11-44-am\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.mastkd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-20-at-12.11.44-AM.png?fit=1220%2C1100&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1220,1100\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Screenshot 2026-03-20 at 12.11.44\u202fAM\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.mastkd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-20-at-12.11.44-AM.png?fit=640%2C577&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-144366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Screenshot-2026-03-20-at-12.11.44-AM.png\" alt=\"AAU TAEKWONDO\" width=\"640\" height=\"577\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>With its combination of international access, competitive diversity, and proven organizational structure, AAU Taekwondo Nationals 2026 is positioned as much more than a championship. It stands as a major platform for competition, exposure, and connection within the Taekwondo community.<\/p>\n<p>Athletes, coaches, and teams seeking additional information or registration details can access the event\u2019s official registration platform at:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uventex.com\/events\/event\/334831\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">2026 AAU Taekwondo National Championships<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The event is also listed on the official AAU Taekwondo Nationals page.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"144318\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.mastkd.com\/2026\/03\/aau-taekwondo-and-mastkd-seal-strategic-partnership-in-las-vegas\/aau-x-mastkd-cover\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.mastkd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AAU-X-MASTKD-COVER-.png?fit=2310%2C1383&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2310,1383\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"AAU X MASTKD COVER\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.mastkd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AAU-X-MASTKD-COVER-.png?fit=640%2C383&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-144318\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AAU-X-MASTKD-COVER-.png\" alt=\"AAU Taekwondo and MASTKD seal strategic partnership in Las Vegas\" width=\"640\" height=\"383\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>At the same time, this initiative also fits within an international expansion policy being driven by AAU Taekwondo, which is currently building alliances with different MNAs (Member National Associations). In that regard, both athletes and organizations interested in receiving more information or exploring possible institutional connections may contact:<\/p>\n<p>Alex Siliezar<br \/>\ud83d\udce7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastkd.com\/cdn-cgi\/l\/email-protection\" class=\"__cf_email__\" data-cfemail=\"eb8a878e93808499998a86ab868a989f8a8e809c84858f84c5888486\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[email\u00a0protected]<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcde +502-5555-1833<\/p>\n<p>MAS: Media About Sport.<br \/>TKD: Taekwondo.<br \/>MASTKD: Worldwide Leader on Taekwondo Information.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\n\tRelacionado\n<\/p>\n<p>\tDescubre m\u00e1s desde MASTKD<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:15px\">Suscr\u00edbete y recibe las \u00faltimas entradas en tu correo electr\u00f3nico.<\/p>\n<p>\t\tNavegaci\u00f3n de entradas<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"AAU Taekwondo Nationals 2026 is already shaping up to be one of the most attractive events on the&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":280305,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[101247,119572,249,251,250,119573],"class_list":["post-280304","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-fort-lauderdale","tag-aau","tag-aau-taekwondo","tag-fort-lauderdale","tag-fort-lauderdale-headlines","tag-fort-lauderdale-news","tag-ingles"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/280304","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=280304"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/280304\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/280305"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=280304"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=280304"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=280304"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}