Trophies and Medals for a Martial Arts Tournament: A Guide for Karate, Judo and Taekwondo Clubs

A martial arts tournament brings together athletes of all ages and levels, from little ones in white uniforms to seasoned black belts. The awards need to be chosen with care: they mark the memory of a day when every participant gave their best. Medals are the foundation of any tournament. Plan for gold, silver and bronze in each category. In judo and in several karate formats, there are two bronze medals per category, so check your rules before placing your order. A ribbon in your club's colours and a customized centre with the logo, the event name and the year give a professional look and make it easy to build a collection from year to year. For the top honours, the trophy still holds its place. Think of the grand champion, the best fighter, the best kata or technique demonstration, and above all the sportsmanship award, which is highly valued in disciplines where respect is a core value. Trophies in different heights let you create a hierarchy of prizes without inflating your budget. With young athletes, a participation medal for every child makes all the difference. It encourages beginners to keep going and reassures parents who see their child leave with a keepsake. You can also choose medals with full-colour printing, which faithfully reproduce your school's or federation's logo. Don't forget those who make the event possible. An engraved plaque for referees, judges, volunteers and sponsors is a lasting gesture of recognition that can also be displayed at the dojo. A few practical tips for good planning: - Count the exact number of categories (age, belt, weight) before calculating your quantities. - Add a small margin of 5 to 10% for ties, last-minute categories or mistakes. - Keep the text short and readable: tournament name, year and category are often enough. - Order three to four weeks before the event to avoid a last-minute rush. At Mr Trophée, in Léry, we laser-engrave and colour-print custom medals, trophies and plaques, with the best price guaranteed in Canada. You can pick up your order at the shop or have it delivered. Contact us with your list of categories and we will prepare a quote tailored to your tournament.