The International Martial Arts Festival (IMAF) is the premier global gathering for martial artists of all disciplines, ages, and experience levels. Held at the world-class Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida, IMAF delivers an unforgettable experience through elite-level competition, cultural exchange, and personal growth. Whether you’re here to test your skills, support your team, or connect with the martial arts community, IMAF offers a dynamic platform for learning, excellence, and inspiration.
Competitors from around the globe come together to showcase their dedication across a variety of martial arts styles. Our tournaments are professionally run, inclusive, and designed to challenge and uplift all participants—from beginners to world-class athletes. With pathways to qualification-based championships and fully open categories, IMAF is your stage to shine.
Discipline
A fully open tournament featuring Creative and Traditional Forms, Weapons, and both Point and Continuous Sparring. Available for ages 5 & under through 50+, across all experience levels.
This exclusive, invitation-only event welcomes 1st and 2nd place winners from official qualifiers to compete in Forms, Weapons, and Point Sparring divisions at the highest international level.
Olympic-style Taekwondo sparring, Sport Poomsae, Traditional Forms, and Board Breaking in a sanctioned and highly respected tournament open to Taekwondo practitioners of all ages.
Featuring ITF-specific formats, this division includes traditional Tul (forms), sparring, and technical demonstrations. A true test for ITF martial artists to demonstrate authentic style and technique.
Competitive board breaking that emphasizes power, precision, and showmanship. All ages and belt levels are welcome to test their skills in dramatic individual and team breaking events.
Dedicated to classical karate styles, this division features Kata and Kumite competition for all belts, giving students a chance to demonstrate their training in a respectful and focused environment.
Represent your region or school in this exciting team-based event. Showcase synchronized performance and teamwork across various disciplines to earn points and national recognition.
Specially designed divisions that celebrate the achievements of specially gifted martial artists. A powerful display of heart, courage, and perseverance on the tournament floor.
Required for all coaches attending IMAF. Registration includes access credentials, coaching area privileges, and eligibility to accompany and corner athletes during competition matches.
Registration is now open! Choose your division and secure your spot in one of the most exciting martial arts festivals in the world. All ages and experience levels are welcome.
