⚠ Critical Deadlines
May 31, 2026 Competition Entry Form due to Headmaster Kim
May 31, 2026 Black Belt Test Application due to Headmaster Kim
May 31, 2026 Federation Equipment Orders due
July 23, 2026 Arrival & Payment to Headmaster Kim (Day 1)
📄 Forms to Download & Complete
- ⬇ 2026 HDGD World Championships – Competition Entry Form (.docx)
- ⬇ 2026 World Championships – Schedule (.pdf) **See Update, Below**
- ⬇ 2026 World Championships – Rules (.pdf)
- ⬇ 2026 USA Team Apparel Information (.docx)
Note: Fill out all forms on your computer — handwritten submissions are difficult to read and may be rejected.
Competition Applications Due May 31
Use the download link above to get the current form.
- Fill out on your computer — do not handwrite the form.
- For Events 1 and 2, competitors may choose one or both events. Use your highlighter tool in the document to make your selection.
- Masters & Instructors events have changed: Forms and Bamboo Cutting only. Paper Cutting has been removed.
- Include a digital passport-style photo (taken with your phone is fine) for each competitor's ID.
- Email all applications in a single email to Headmaster Kim — one email per school with all team members included. Do not send individually.
- CC Marshall Parnell on your submission email so nothing gets missed.
Black Belt Testing Due May 31
Testing applications must be submitted by May 31 and sent directly to Headmaster Kim by email. Do not submit via any website — email only.
Include a digital passport-style photo with each testing application.
Overseas Schedule
Several adjustments have been made to improve the trip experience. Key dates:
- July 23 – Arrival / Day 1. Payment to Headmaster Kim due.
- July 24 – Seminars to prepare students for competition.
- July 28 – Team moves to Seoul. Further details to follow.
Additional schedule details may be updated — check back for the latest information.
Payment
Payment to Headmaster Kim is due on July 23 (the first day of the trip). You will pay the federation and headmaster dues as outlined in the previously distributed information. School owners retain their own school owner's dues.
Please pay in cash whenever possible to avoid international check deposit fees. Do not make Headmaster Kim seek you out — bring your payment ready on Day 1.
Equipment Orders Due May 31
Do not bring jingums or kagums - i.e., no real or imitation swords. Airport security regulations have changed and these items will not be permitted through customs.
- The federation will provide quality swords for competition and training.
- If you wish to purchase federation equipment, submit your order by May 31. Payment can be made in Korea.
- Wooden swords are also being arranged — more details to follow.
Questions? Contact Chief Master Parnell