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Heart of Texas Classic

A ProMac sport karate tournament sanctioned by NASKA

Date August 22, 2026
Venue Dallas North Renaissance Hotel
Sanctioned by ProMac & NASKA
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About the Tournament

The Heart of Texas Classic is one of Texas's premier sport karate events — a one-day showcase of forms, weapons, sparring, and team competition for competitors of every age and rank.

Hosted by ProMac and sanctioned by the North American Sport Karate Association (NASKA), the tournament brings together martial artists from across the country to compete on the world's most respected sport karate circuit.

From first-time competitors in the underbelt divisions to elite black belts chasing NASKA points, the Heart of Texas Classic delivers a true championship experience — with seminars, team fighting, demos, and prizes throughout the event.

  • ProMac & NASKA sanctioned — earn points toward world rankings
  • Divisions for all ages, ranks, and skill levels
  • Free seminars for registered competitors
  • Team Fighting, Continuous Sparring, and Padded Sword
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Event Information

Date

August 22, 2026

Saturday — main competition day

Location

Dallas North Renaissance Hotel

Dallas, Texas

Sanctioning

ProMac & NASKA

North American Sport Karate Association

Registration Pricing

Early Bird
$75

First division

+$10 each additional event

Through June 6

Regular
$85

First division

+$15 each additional event

June 7 – August 6

Late
$90

First division

+$20 each additional event

August 7 – August 21

Door
$95

First division

+$25 each additional event

August 22 (day-of)

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Divisions

All competitors are placed in divisions by age and rank. The tournament offers a complete slate of forms, weapons, and sparring divisions.

Age Groups

  • 5 & Under
  • 6 — 7
  • 8 — 9
  • 10 — 11
  • 12 — 13
  • 14 — 15
  • 16 — 17
  • 18 — 34
  • 35 — 49
  • 50+

Rank Levels

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • Black Belt
  • Para Divisions
  • Traditional Challenge

Featured Events

  • Traditional Forms & Weapons
  • Creative & Extreme Forms / Weapons
  • Point Sparring
  • Continuous / Open-Rank Sparring
  • Double Elimination Sparring
  • Team Fighting
  • Karate Flag & Padded Sword

The Venue

The 2026 Heart of Texas Classic will be held at the Dallas North Renaissance Hotel — a centrally-located host with on-site accommodations, restaurants, and ample event space for spectators and competitors.

Stay On-Site — Discounted Group Rate

A room block has been confirmed at the Dallas North Renaissance Hotel for tournament competitors and families. Book your room directly through the official Marriott reservation link below.

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Inside a HOTC Tournament

A glimpse from previous tournaments.

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Contact

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