# Event Details

- **Event Name**: UK University Taikai 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: University Taikai 2026
Dates: 11th and 12th April 2026
Location: Hosted by University of Cambridge Kendo Club

The University Taikai is a Kendo competition open to university students who meet the eligibility criteria (including being 25 or under). There will be both individual and open team events: 


Individual tournaments:

Kyusha (Beginner): For participants with less than two years of experience and no dan rank. 
Dan (Open): For ranked participants. 
Matches are organised by gender, as per BKA Guidelines. 


Men’s team competition:

Consists of 5 members, with up to 2 substitutes allowed per team. 
A maximum of 2 per teams per university is permitted. 
A minimum team size of 3 members, though if 2 teams are submitted at least one must have 5 members. 
All team members must be from the same university. 


Women’s team competition: 

Consists of 3 members, with up to 2 substitutes. 
A minimum team size of 2 members. 
It is expected to have 8 teams, so initially we will be capping it at one team per university, however if we have less than 8, we will invite universities to field a second. 
All team members must be from the same university. 


Match format:

Pool stages will determine progression to finals. Specific match duration, pool sizes, and advancement criteria will depend on court availability and numbers in attendance.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cambridge/uk-university-taikai-2026/200029309134859
- **Event Categories**: contests, tournaments, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 60

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029309134859?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=cambridge-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Cambridge
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: University of Cambridge Sport
- **lat**: 52.208210406891
- **long**: 0.085772518068552
- **full address**: University of Cambridge Sport, Philippa Fawcett Drive,Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: UK University Taikai 2026
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is UK University Taikai 2026 being held?
  - **A:** UK University Taikai 2026 takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at University of Cambridge Sport, Philippa Fawcett Drive,Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** UK University Taikai 2026 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cambridge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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