Which age divisions apply, and who counts as a junior?
Rule- Canada
- Taekwondo Canada
- Junior taekwondo
- Kyorugi
- Ages 15-17
- 2026
- Parents
- National Championships
Kyorugi (sparring) divisions at the 2026 National Championships are set by birth year:
- Youth: born 2015 or 2016
- Cadet: born 2012, 2013 or 2014
- Junior: born 2009, 2010 or 2011 (ages 15 to 17 in 2026)
- Senior: born 2009 or earlier
Poomsae (forms) has its own recognized divisions: Junior is also born 2009-2011, and Para Junior is born 2009-2012. Freestyle poomsae uses U17 (born 2009-2014) and O17 (born 2008 or earlier).
Source: 2026 Taekwondo Canada National Championships Information Package.
Added 25 Oct 2026