What to buy and bring for a karate camp

A karate camp needs more than mats and belts. Plan for several training groups, changing activity stations, meals, hydration and a registration area that works before the first session starts. This shopping list covers training equipment, serving supplies, cooling and drinks, furniture, sound equipment and simple event materials. Check quantities against your participant count, then add spares for damaged gear, lost belts and equipment that is still drying or being cleaned.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Training matsqty 35
Crash matsqty 10
Step and kick padsqty 8
Skipping ropesqty 12
Conesqty 30
Hoopsqty 12
Resistance bandsqty 12
Spare karate beltsqty 10
Stopwatchqty 3
Whistlesqty 4

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 40
Waste binsqty 4
Clothes racksqty 2

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 45
Platesqty 45
Cutlery setsqty 45
Serving spoonsqty 6
Small bowlsqty 10

Kitchen

Coolersqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knifeqty 3
Serving traysqty 6
Water jugsqty 6

Equipment

Portable speaker
Wireless microphone
Extension cordsqty 3
Power stripsqty 3

Decorations

Karate bannersqty 4
Balloonsqty 40
Name badgesqty 45
Wristbandsqty 45
Certificatesqty 40

Cleaning

Mopsqty 3
Bucketsqty 3
Microfiber clothsqty 12
Hand soap dispensersqty 4
Disinfectant sprayqty 4
First aid kit

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 3

Groceries

Groceries
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- White rolls - 45 pieces
- Whole wheat rolls - 20 pieces
- Chicken breast slices - 1.5 kilos
- Young cheese - 1,5 kilo
- Hummus - 1 kilo
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Margarine - 2 tubs
- Eggs - 36 pieces
- Rice - 4 kilos
- Pasta - 4 kilo
- Tomato sauce - 10 jars
- Vegetarian pasta sauce - 4 jars
- Ground beef - 3 kilos
- Vegetarian meatballs - 2 kilos
- Stir-fry vegetables - 5 kilos
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Corn - 6 cans
- Grated cheese - 1,5 kilos
- Yogurt dressing - 3 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Italian herbs - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Muesli bars - 45 pieces
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Water - 60 liters
- Apple juice - 12 liters
- Orange juice - 12 liters
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Lemonade syrup - 3 bottles
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Butter cookies - 4 packs
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 10 pieces
- Hand sanitizer gel - 4 bottles

Tips

Allow at least one reusable cup per participant, plus 10% extra, so drinks can keep moving while cups are being washed or misplaced. Use coolers for cold drinks and water jugs where participants can refill between sessions.
Prepare one serving setup for every meal: plates, cutlery sets, small bowls, serving spoons and trays. Put these out before training begins; setting them up during a break usually creates a queue.
Pack spare karate belts and extra training equipment rather than relying on exactly one item per group. A few replacement belts, additional skipping ropes and spare resistance bands prevent a broken or missing item from stopping a station.
Bring extension cords and power strips for the portable speaker and wireless microphone, but test the complete setup at the venue before participants arrive. Keep cables away from the training floor and walkways.
Use name badges, participant folders and a printed list at the registration desk. Prepare them at least one day ahead, including dietary requirements and emergency contacts, so staff are not sorting paperwork during check-in.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a karate camp?: Plan for training mats, crash mats, step and kick pads, skipping ropes, cones, hoops, resistance bands, spare karate belts, a stopwatch and whistles. Match the number of stations to your training groups and keep replacement items available for a full day of use.
How many cups and plates should I buy for a karate camp?: Provide one reusable cup per participant plus at least 10% extra. For plates and cutlery, use one complete set per planned meal per participant, with another 10% available for replacements and late arrivals.
How much water do I need for a karate camp?: Prepare at least 2 litres of drinking water per participant for a full training day, then add extra for warm weather or intensive sessions. Use water jugs and coolers so participants can refill between training blocks.
When should I prepare the karate camp shopping?: Buy non-perishable supplies and check sports equipment at least 3 to 5 days before camp. Chill drinks the day before, and collect fresh meals or snacks early enough that they are ready before the first scheduled break.

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