As the countdown continues for the highly anticipated ITF World Championship 2025 in Barcelona, competitors and teams around the world are preparing for a truly global showcase of talent, strength, and technique.
One of the key aspects of this prestigious tournament is the structure of the competition categories, which ensures fair and balanced matches among athletes of similar skill levels and physical characteristics.
All participants must hold a degree rank from 1st to 6th Dan and will compete in male or female groups, divided by weight class. Here is how the Adult Divisions are defined for both men and women:
Adult Male Categories:
- Micro: up to 58 kg
- Light: up to 64 kg
- Welter: up to 70 kg
- Middle: up to 76 kg
- Heavy: up to 82 kg
- Hyper: over 82 kg
Adult Female Categories:
- Micro: up to 50 kg
- Light: up to 55 kg
- Welter: up to 60 kg
- Middle: up to 65 kg
- Heavy: up to 70 kg
- Hyper: over 70 kg
