What/How are some big tournaments I should get involved in?

Question

I am turning 16 soon, and am a brownbelt. I want to do some really big tournaments, maybe even internationally?

Like, my friend was 12 and a brownbelt when he was invited to Italy for championship and won the World Champ title. He's been all over the US for tournaments.

How could I do that? I am switching dojos and will start training for tournaments- but what are some tournaments I could look forward to? How and how often should I train? I am talking mainly sparring and kata. Shorin Ryu karate. Thanks and God bless!

Answer 1

happy sweet 1. you should check out the tigerclaw elite championships at their website and see when the qualifiers are near you. its 4 all styles and its national. alot of competitors get recognition from this comp.

Answer 2

Take a look at:

WKF - http://www.karateworld.org/

NASKA - http://naska.com/

NBL - http://www.nblskil.com/

Start with tournaments in your area so you can get the feel of it, then start traveling on one of the national or international circuits.