Two young Destin Open Grand Champions with their surfboard award on the Emerald Coast

A PROMAC CHAMPIONSHIP ON FLORIDA'S EMERALD COAST

The Destin
Open

Where champions meet the coast.

November 13—14, 2026Destin, Florida

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Original artwork created for The Destin Open
Inspired by coastal woodblock traditions

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01 / THE STAY

OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL · NOVEMBER 12—15

Make the weekend
feel like vacation.

The Island Resort turns the Destin Open into a true family getaway—white sand outside, pool time after competition and everything you need to settle in for the weekend.

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THE ISLAND RESORTYour beachfront home base.Official resort film

600feet of sugar-white beachfront

2pools plus an outdoor hot tub

1 of 1Emerald Coast swim-up bar

All weekendfamily downtime, steps from the Gulf

Aerial view of The Island Resort pools, Grotto Pool and the Gulf — Pool deck to Gulf

The illuminated Grotto swim-up bar at The Island Resort — The iconic Grotto

A Gulf-front guest room with two beds and a balcony at The Island Resort — Room to recharge

A family walking together on the beach at The Island Resort — Bring the whole crew

WHY FAMILIES WILL LOVE IT

Competition energy.
Resort-level recovery.

Walk straight to the Gulf

Enjoy 600 feet of sugar-white beachfront with direct Gulf access—no separate beach-day drive required.

Reset by the water

Choose the heated outdoor pool, the iconic Grotto Pool or the outdoor hot tub after a full day of competition.

Keep meals easy

Multiple on-site restaurants, bars and quick-service options make breakfast, lunch, dinner and poolside breaks simpler.

Make it fun for siblings

Neverland Island Kids Club and scheduled family activities give younger guests more ways to enjoy the stay.

Stay tournament-ready

A fitness center, enhanced Wi-Fi and guest laundry help competitors and parents keep the weekend running smoothly.

Ask about accessible stays

The resort offers accessible guest-room configurations and public areas; contact the resort for the best fit.

Activities, dining hours and kids programming are subject to the resort's current schedule.

PLAN THE STAY

Arrive Thursday. Settle in. Compete Friday and Saturday.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE · Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-9161

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Resort photography and film courtesy of The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach.

02 / THE VENUE

Know where
to compete.

The competition venue is confirmed in the heart of Destin. The detailed ring schedule and check-in times will be released through MatAction.

CONFIRMED COMPETITION VENUE

Destin Life Center

at Destin Methodist Church

200 Beach Drive
Destin, Florida 32541

Get directions

A Destin Open black belt competitor celebrating after her performance

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON

Get ready for registration.

Visit the official MatAction event page now and make sure your Parent / Athlete profile is ready for entries to open.

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Justin Ortiz in a cinematic martial arts performance

LIVE AT THE DESTIN OPENMovement built
for the camera.

03 / FEATURED EXPERIENCE

FRIDAY · ON SITE AT THE VENUE

Stunt seminar with
Justin Ortiz.

Learn how elite martial arts technique translates into cinematic action. Justin Ortiz brings real stunt-performance experience to an energetic, hands-on seminar for Destin Open athletes.

WHENFriday
4:00—6:00 PM

WHEREOn site
at the venue

SEMINAR$40

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Open the Destin Open event page, select the Justin Ortiz Stunt Seminar and add it to your cart.

Portrait of stunt performer and martial artist Justin Ortiz — YOUR INSTRUCTORJustin Ortiz

WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS

See the experience
behind the seminar.

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Justin Ortiz performing a high martial arts kick — Precision · Performance · Presence

04 / THE EXPERIENCE

COMPETE

Meet the moment.

PROMAC-sanctioned competition for youth and adults, beginner through black belt, with traditional and creative events.

STAY

Wake up on the water.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is the official beachfront home of the Destin Open weekend.

PLAY

Make the weekend yours.

White sand, emerald water and the relaxed elegance of the Gulf Coast—just beyond the competition floor.

05 / THE COMPETITION

Find your
division.

Eight planned event pathways give competitors room to begin, grow and shine. Final divisions will be confirmed in MatAction.

Karate Flag

A fast, confidence-building event for young martial artists.

Padded Sword

Controlled action, timing and strategy in a spectator favorite.

Point Sparring

Precision, speed and composure on the championship floor.

Double Elimination

More opportunity to compete in an exciting bracket format.

Creative Forms

Athletic performance, expression and martial technique.

Creative Weapons

Weapon skill and original choreography in one polished routine.

Extreme Forms

High-impact performance for advanced creative competitors.

Extreme Weapons

Dynamic weapon work for the next wave of champions.

06 / THE ITINERARY

Your Destin
weekend.

The exact ring order and competition times will be released with registration.

13NOV / FRIDAY

DAY ONE

The opening chapter

Event check-in and opening competition. Schedule details arrive through MatAction.

14NOV / SATURDAY

DAY TWO

Championship Saturday

Competition, awards and the next wave of Destin Open champions.

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07 / PARTNERSHIPS

Put your brand
in the story.

Meet athletes, coaches and families through a partnership designed for visibility before, during and after the event.

Stand beside the athletes, families and champions who make this weekend unforgettable.

Title partnership

Diamond

$3,000

Grand Champion trophies
Present two Grand Champions
Prominent event T-shirt logo
Linked website logo
Vendor booth
10 VIP passes

Select Diamond ↗

Premier partnership

Platinum

$2,000

Present one Grand Champion
Event T-shirt logo
Program inclusion
Linked website logo
Vendor booth
8 VIP passes

Select Platinum ↗

Event partnership

Gold

$1,000

Event T-shirt logo
Ring banner/sign
60-day social campaign
Program inclusion
Welcome-package material
3 VIP passes

Select Gold ↗

Community partnership

Silver

$500

60-day social campaign
Links and logo featured
Welcome-package material
2 VIP passes

Select Silver ↗

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PROMAC leadership with two young Grand Champions on the 2026 AKA Warrior Cup stage

ONE LEAGUE · MANY CHAMPIONSHIPSCompetition becomes community.

PROMAC Professional Martial Arts Conference

PROUDLY PART OF PROMAC

More than a league.
A martial arts family.

The Destin Open is part of the Professional Martial Arts Conference—a national sport karate circuit built around professional events, consistent service and an uplifting experience for every competitor, coach and family.

01 Certified officials02 Fair, efficient events03 Rankings that reward the journey

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08 / GOOD TO KNOW

Before you
arrive.

Still need help?
Hollie@promackarate.com

Friday and Saturday, November 13-14, 2026.

NOVEMBER 13—14, 2026 / DESTIN, FLORIDA

Meet us
at the crest.