Dear Grand Masters, Masters, and Instructors,

I hope this email finds you well. On behalf of the RITA Tournament Committee, I am pleased to invite you to the ITF Ireland Cup 2026, taking place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. at the Athlone International Arena, Technological University of the Shannon – Midlands Midwest Athlone Campus, University Road, Bunnavally, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 A3W4, Ireland.

We are pleased to announce that for 2026 we have expanded our overall awards structure to recognise more competitors and schools:

• Juniors: Split into three age groups – Under 10, 11–13, and 14–17, with separate male and female awards

• Seniors and Veterans: Overall awards presented separately for male and female competitors

• Overall School Awards: Trophies awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place schools

We are also introducing updated start times and ring scheduling to help minimise waiting times for competitors. More information, including a projected schedule, is outlined in the General Information Pack.

All tournament entries must be completed exclusively via the Kihapp website. The registration deadline is Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM (GMT).

Registration link:
https://www.kihapp.com/tournaments/23318-itf-ireland-cup-2026

To assist with registration, we have provided the following resources

ITF Ireland Cup 2026 – General Information Pack
Includes event details, schedules, rules, and competition guidelines.

Should you have any questions or require assistance related to registration or the tournament in general, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help and look forward to welcoming you and your students.

We look forward to your participation in the ITF Ireland Cup 2026 and to an exciting day of outstanding Taekwon-Do skill and sportsmanship.

Warm regards,

Nina Socev
RITA Tournament Committee