# Event Details - **Event Name**: World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: ? COMING TO SHREWSBURY THIS AUGUST: WORLD ALLIANCE OF MARTIAL ARTS UK CONGRESS 2026 ? ? DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS EXCITING EVENT HELD ON 22ND & 23RD AUGUST: ? TICKETS ON SALE NOW (BOOKING LINK ON POSTER)! ? ℹ️ This prestigious event offers a rare opportunity to learn from some of the world’s finest Martial Arts Instructors, experiencing a dynamic range of Martial Arts styles. ? CONFIRMED INTERNATIONAL MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTORS:- 1️⃣ Hanshi Steve Barnett 10th Dan Black Belt: Combat Ju Jitsu ?? 2️⃣ Hanshi Ruslan Abdreyev 9th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 3️⃣ Kyoshi Christian Hvidberg 9th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 4️⃣ Shihan Hans Pihelgas 9th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 5️⃣ GM Henrik Kaerdrup 9th Dan Black Belt: Taekwondo (ITF) and Hapkido ?? 6️⃣ Kyoshi Gary Don 8th Dan Black Belt: Judo ?? 7️⃣ Shihan Nigel Sessions 8th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 8️⃣ Shihan Howard Armstrong 8th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 9️⃣ Shihan Colin Foster 7th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 1️⃣0️⃣ Kyoshi Mike Hooker 7th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 1️⃣1️⃣ Kyoshi Clare Hooker 7th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 1️⃣2️⃣ Kyoshi Martin Folan 6th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu, 2nd Dan Black Belt: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Senior Coach: Balintawak ?? 1️⃣3️⃣ Shihan Reece Phillips 6th Dan Black Belt: Ju Jitsu ?? 1️⃣4️⃣ Instructor Allan Rostgaard 5th Dan Black Belt: Taekwondo (ITF) ?? 1️⃣5️⃣ Sensei Darren Taylor: Senior Instructor Krav Maga ?? ??? Opening Ceremony by the acclaimed 'TENGU TAIKO DRUMMERS'! ?? ??? ? VENUE: SHREWSBURY SPORTS VILLAGE, Sundorne Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 4RQ, England, United Kingdom. ? PRE-BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE:- www.bookwhen.com/wamauk ??⬜️⬜️??⬜️⬜️??⬜️⬜️ ? TICKET PRICES: - ? Adult Weekend Ticket (Aged 16 Years+): £120 ? Children's Ticket (Ages 5 Years-15 Years) for Saturday 22nd August 2026 only: £45 (These tickets have been kindly subsidised by our Sponsors allowing us to offer them at a reduced price) ⚫️ Spectator Ticket Per Person Per Day (All Ages): £5 ?? World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress Evening Party Ticket inc. Meal and Entertainment: Saturday 22nd August 2026: £30 ??⬜️⬜️??⬜️⬜️??⬜️⬜️ The World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026 is sponsored by the Yorkshire Judo Association, Valor Combat Systems, Style Optique - Award Winning Stylists and Opticians and Titanium Design - Graphic & Web Design UK. Thank you to all of our Sponsors and Donors. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: - ? Kyoshi Gary Don 8th Dan Black Belt Judo: WAMA President 2026 ? 07825 184997 ? wama-uk@outlook.com ? www.facebook.com/wamaunitedkingdom #waofma #yorkshirejudoassociation #valorcombatsystems #martialarts #valormartialartsacademy #shrewsbury - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shrewsbury/world-alliance-of-martial-arts-uk-congress-2026/200029941191934 - **Event Categories**: sports, parties, art, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 53 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Shrewsbury - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Shrewsbury Sports Village - **lat**: 52.727709694538 - **long**: -2.7191783356486 - **full address**: Shrewsbury Sports Village, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/47e2f3da4a9b85e228fb25f36a119611cf1b9e1935a68bb884c1ddcdd9abbe08-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc080808-gmir?v=1787221000 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026 being held? - **A:** World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026 takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Shrewsbury Sports Village, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026? - **A:** World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026 is organized by WAMA UK. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** World Alliance of Martial Arts UK Congress 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Shrewsbury, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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