The Kumite Classic is is an international karate and martial arts championships in Pittsburgh, PA. The tournament is part of the NBL Can-Am National Conference and qualifier for the Super Grands World Games. Promoter Bill Viola scheduled the 14th annual Kumite Classic for Memorial Day Weekend at the Monroeville Convention Center. The annual event is one of the most diverse martial arts competitions in the nation. For more information on Pittsburgh Sport Karate or competitive tang soo do, tae kwon do, karate, kung fu open tournaments visit www.pittsburghsportkarate.com
The tournament is sanctioned by the National Black Belt League, Sport Karate International and the PKRA Pennsylvania Karate Rating Association.