The world championships include separate divisions for youth, adults, and seniors over 45 years.
As part of the activities, there will be training seminars with master instructors, examination for black belts, and judges exam.

Spectator/Ticket Information: (download in PDF)
World Shoto Cup Tickets available at the event door.  Tickets on sale 8:00 AM, and continually throughout each day. Cash only

Ryerson University, Toronto, Upper Gym
West and North Kerr Hall. On Gerrard St - East of Yonge - West of Church (South Side of Gerrard)
There will be signs to the event

Tickets: (All passes allow spectators to exit and re-enter the event)
Bronze - upper balcony - $10/day - or - $30 for 4-day pass (including finals)
Silver - Courtside Bleachers - $15/day - or $50 for 4-day pass (including finals)
Gold - VIP floor seating at judging level - $20/day - or $60 for 4-day pass (including finals)

Events: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday through Monday, October 10-13 2008
There will be a lunch break from approximately 12:00-1:00 each day
Friday: (9:00-5:00) Junior individual Kata and Kumite eliminations (ages 8-17).
Saturday: (9:00-12:00) Junior team Kata eliminations (ages 8-17) (1:00-5:00) Adult/Senior Team Kata eliminations (1:00-5:00) Adult Team Kumite eliminations
Sunday: (9:00-5:00) Adult/Senior individual Kata and Kumite eliminations.
Monday: (9:00-5:00) Demonstrations, Official Ceremony and All Finals

Kata/form: is a series of moves in which you systematically eliminate imaginary multiple attackers.
Kumite/sparring: is fighting a real opponent.