WAKO World Youth Kickboxing Championships 2026

From 18 to 27 September 2026, Jesolo (Venice), Italy, will host the World Youth Kickboxing Championships. The main venue will be the Palazzo del Turismo at Piazza Brescia, 11, a venue that has previously hosted major international combat sports events. The competition is open to the Children, Cadets and Juniors (Junior).
Initially awarded to Bulgaria, the World Championships were moved to Italy following a decision by the WAKO Executive Board in Abu Dhabi in December 2025. The event will transform Jesolo into the world capital of youth kickboxing, welcoming thousands of athletes from over 60 nations and 5 continents.
The best young talents will compete in the ring and on the tatami in the following disciplines:
Tatami Disciplines: Point Fighting, Light Contact, Kick Light and Musical Forms.
Ring Disciplines: Full Contact, Low Kick and K1-Style.