1. EVENT OVERVIEW The Soke Lil John Davis Martial Arts Open Invitational is an international martial arts championship honoring the legacy and global influence of Soke Lil John Davis. Held in Nassau, Bahamas, this historic three‑day event will unite martial artists from around the world for competition, fellowship, and cultural celebration.
This event will be unprecedented. For the first time, the Grand Championship Division will feature an anticipated 2,000 male competitors and 1,000 female competitors, each competing for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place honors.

2. EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, October 22, 2027 – Opening Night
• Registration and welcome
• Bahamian cultural entertainment
• Competitor and visitor orientation
• Rules briefing

Saturday, October 23, 2027 – Competition Day
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Weapons
• Kata / Forms
• Point Fighting
• Self‑Defense Demonstrations
• Grand Championship Eliminations
7:00 PM – Banquet & Awards Ceremony • Cash prizes and awards • Special recognitions • Light entertainment • Banquet Fees: Adults $150 • Children $50
Sunday, October 24, 2027 – Closing Night • Final announcements • Junkanoo Rush Out cultural celebration • Farewell ceremony
3. REGISTRATION & FEES
Grand Championship Divisions • Entry Fee: $350 • Payment Deadline: September 15, 2027
White to Junior Black Belt Divisions • Entry Fee: $150 • Includes: Weapons, Kata, Fighting, Self‑Defense
Senior Rank Competitors • All divisions open • Entry Fee: $65 per competitor **All funds must be paid in full on or before September 15, 2027.
4. SPECTATOR ADMISSION • Adults: $25 • Children 0–5: Free • Children 6–12: $10 • Teens 13–17: $15
5. COMPETITION RULES & GUIDELINES
5.1 General Conduct • Respect, discipline, and sportsmanship are mandatory. • Unsportsmanlike behavior may result in disqualification. • Coaches must remain in designated areas. • No profanity or disrespect toward judges or staff.
5.2 Uniform & Equipment Requirements Uniforms • Clean traditional gi or approved martial arts uniform • Belt rank must be visible • No jewelry or loose accessories Protective Gear (Fighting Divisions) Mandatory: • Headgear • Mouthguard • Hand pads • Foot pads • Groin protector (males) • Chest protector (females) Optional: • Shin guards • Forearm guards
5.3 Division Categories Weapons • Traditional or creative • Judged on control, technique, difficulty, and presentation
Kata / Forms • Traditional, open, or creative • Judged on precision, power, rhythm, and spirit
Point Fighting • Light‑contact, controlled techniques • First competitor to reach required points wins • Excessive contact results in penalties
Self‑Defense Demonstration • Realistic, controlled demonstrations • Judged on technique, effectiveness, and safety
5.4 Scoring System Kata & Weapons • 5.0 – 10.0 scale • High and low scores dropped • Middle scores averaged
Point Fighting - 2 minute • 1 point: Hand techniques to legal target areas • 1 points: Kicks to body • 1 points: Kicks to head • First to 3 points or highest score at time limit wins (Under belts) • First to 5 points or highest score at time limit wins (Black belts)
Self‑Defense • Judged on realism, control, technique, and presentation
5.5 Safety Rules • No strikes to spine, throat, groin, or joints • No uncontrolled takedowns • No blind techniques • Medical staff on site • Unsafe competitors will be removed
6. GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP RULES Eligibility • Open to all qualified competitors • Must be registered in advance • Entry Fee: $350 Format • Multiple elimination rounds • Male and female divisions • Finals held during Saturday banquet
Awards • 1st Place: Grand Champion Trophy + Cash Prize • 2nd Place: Trophy + Certificate • 3rd Place: Trophy + Certificate
7. VENUE INFORMATION Nassau, Bahamas Full venue details will be provided in the official competitor packet.
8. CONTACT INFORMATION Point of Contact: Terrance A. Archer Email: Kungiitsubotaervu27@gmail.com Phone: 1‑242‑4441‑8566
9. FINAL NOTES • Competitors are encouraged to arrive early for registration. • All participants must sign liability waivers. • Judges’ decisions are final. • Respect for the host country, culture, and martial arts community is required.