The Kazan Bars Open International Kyokushin Competition - November 29 - December 02, 2024
/Full details and results can be found in the document linked to in the button below.
32nd American International Karate Championships - 9th November 2024
/Osu! The 32nd American International Karate Championships (AIKC) took place on November 9th, 2024, in Holley, New York. As the longest-running knockdown tournament in North America, the AIKC continues to maintain its standing as one of the premier Kyokushin events in the United States.
This year's tournament featured participants from 31 dojos across five countries. With karateka from the USA, Canada, Mongolia, Israel, and Kyrgyzstan, the event was a great day of competition and camaraderie.
With 364 event entries, the competition offered numerous opportunities for participants to showcase their skills. Divisions included Knockdown, Semi-Contact, Open-Hand Kata, and Weapons Kata. Full-contact Knockdown fighting, for which Kyokushin is renowned, was particularly thrilling for spectators as fighters demonstrated exceptional endurance, technique, and resilience.
Knockdown Results
Male Open Lightweight Division (-70kg):
1st Place: Taylor Haug (S&S Fitness and Martial Arts Center, USA)
2nd Place: Nathan Smyl (Kanku Dojo, USA)
3rd Place: Jack Dunphy (Fighting Spirit Karate Dojo, USA)
Male Open Middleweight Division (-80kg):
1st Place: Francois Presseault (Karate Mascouche, Canada)
2nd Place: Jack Sweeney (S&S Fitness and Martial Arts Center, USA)
3rd Place: John Brownridge (Kyokushin Karate Club, USA)
Female Open Division:
1st Place: Audrey Bartholomay (S&S Fitness and Martial Arts Center, USA)
2nd Place: Berenisse In (McCreery Karate-Do Kyokushinkai, USA)
3rd Place: Veronica Williams (American Vital Karate, USA)
Male Veterans Heavyweight Division (+85kg):
1st Place: Hassan Jomaa (Maximum Training Centre, Canada)
2nd Place: Daniel In (McCreery Karate-Do Kyokushinkai, USA)
Male Open Super Heavyweight Division (+90kg):
1st Place: Joel Bilodeau (Karate Mascouche, Canada)
2nd Place: Байэль Шерматов (Shevchenko, Kyrgyzstan)
USA-IFK President, Shihan Michael Monaco, and AIKC Tournament Director, Sensei Karl Biedlingmaier, wish to express their appreciation to the many volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make everything possible. They also thank the numerous martial arts schools and organizations that have supported and continue to support the American International Karate Championships each year.
We look forward to seeing you again in 2025 for another unforgettable day of karate excellence at the 33rd AIKC!
The USA-IFK’s next event is the 7th Annual United States International Kyokushin Championship, set for February 1st, 2025, at the Tropicana Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For more information and registration, please visit uskyokushin.com. Don’t miss it!
Osu!
6. IFK World Kata Championships 2024 - RESULTS
/The 6th IFK World Kata Championships was held on October 4th in K2 Crawley (England).
IFK Poland Summer Camp 2024
/From 21 to 31 July, the picturesque seaside town of Łeba hosted a memorable karate camp organised by the Polish IFK Karate Organisation. Participants from Przemyśl, Medyka, Katowice and Wrocław came together for ten days of intensive training, sharing their passion and commitment to improving their martial arts skills.
The daily training schedule was structured with four sessions per day, offering participants a comprehensive programme designed to hone their skills and push their limits. The training was divided into specialised modules:
Kumite: These sessions focused on preparing participants for upcoming tournaments and provided an opportunity to hone fighting skills. They were also instrumental in selecting the team for the upcoming British Open tournament.
Kata: Karatekas immersed themselves in the art of forms with an emphasis on precision and tradition. The sessions were part of the preparation for the World Championships in October and helped to build a strong national team.
General training: These sessions were designed to build overall physical stamina and technical skills, while fostering the mental resilience required of a true warrior.
The camp benefited from the expertise of an outstanding team of instructors, including Shihan Jan Wac, Sensei Sylwester Gołąbek, Sensei Janusz Młot, Sensei Olgierd Kempa, Senpai Marcin Wac, Senpai Rafał Wieczorowski and Senpai Bartek Malec. A special guest who shared his vast knowledge and expertise was the world renowned fighter - Senpai Grzegorz Kędzierski. Their guidance ensured that each session was both challenging and enriching, allowing the participants to grow as martial artists.
A highlight of the camp were the examinations for both student and master ranks. We are pleased to announce that Sensei Olgierd Kempa achieved the 3rd Dan and Senpai Iga Sczygieł the 1st Dan, marking significant milestones in their karate journeys.
Beyond the rigorous training, the camp was also a time of camaraderie and shared experiences. The seaside setting provided the perfect backdrop for the participants to bond and create lasting memories. As the camp drew to a close, the atmosphere was filled with a mixture of exhaustion and fulfilment, a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved.
As we reflect on this unforgettable experience, we eagerly look forward to the next gathering, where we will continue to strive for excellence in our martial arts journey. Osu!
IFK Switzerland Summer Camp 2024
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The annual IFK Switzerland Kyokushinkai summer camp was held from July 20th to 23rd at the Schlossfeld Sports Complex in Willisau. This year, we were honored to have Shihan David Pickthall, 7th DAN and President of the IFK, as an instructor and special guest. Over 90 Karatekas from 15 Dojos gathered to benefit from Shihan David's expertise and the presence of all the Swiss Shihans.
The training sessions were organized by belt color to help participants consolidate their existing knowledge while challenging them with new concepts and techniques. Classic Kihon sessions were complemented with innovative methods to enhance both physical and mental flexibility. Higher grades particularly benefited from Bunkai training, deepening their understanding of the practical applications of Katas. Our national Kata team also prepared intensively for the upcoming world championships in October. Additionally, a referee course on Kata was conducted on Sunday evening by our referee committee.
Among the many training activities, the 30-man Kumite on Monday afternoon stood out as a crowning finale. Participants applied their newly acquired skills in this rigorous and thrilling challenge.
Despite the intense summer heat, the camp was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and the cultivation of both old and new friendships. The Sayonara Party, with a "Black and White" dress code, showcased some newfound talents and evoked a few tears as the camp came to a close.
We reflect on an instructive, sweaty, occasionally painful, but always motivating summer camp filled with great atmosphere and camaraderie. We eagerly anticipate next year's camp, scheduled for July 19th – 22nd, 2025.
Thank you to all who participated and contributed to making this event a remarkable success. See you next year! Osu!
2024 USA-IFK Kyokushin Summer Camp
/The 2024 USA-IFK Kyokushin Summer Camp was held in New York, July 17-21. Our special guest instructors for this years camp were Shihan Janine Davies (6th Dan) and Shihan Chris Davies (5th Dan). Both teachers shared a wealth of knowledge gained in their decades of training, competing and coaching at both a national and international level.
The 80 plus students who attended were treated to intense training in kata with sessions also devoted to knockdown fighting by two of the top competitors to ever come out of the UK. As many know Shihan Janine has won multiple kata championships competing at the national level and in Europe and was a finalist in the 1st World Kata Championships.
The camp opened on the evening of Wednesday July 17th with a session the USA-IFK Honbu Dojo in Rochester, New York. On Thursday and Friday the camp continued with two sessions held each day at Gray Wolf Kyokushin Dojo in Holley, New York.
There is something about training outdoors and Upstate New York is home to many beautiful parks complete with forests, rivers, and stunning waterfalls. The first session on Saturday was held at the Holley Canal Park which include the Holley Canal Falls. Camp attendees then traveled to the historic and scenic Letchworth State Park. Letchworth State Park has been referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the East” and was voted the best park in the United States in 2015! The Genesee River flows through the park which is roughly 17 miles long and includes 14,427 acres and 66 miles of walking trails. After a second morning session and lunch, two more sessions followed in the afternoon.
On Sunday morning the camp moved to another of New Yorks beautiful parks, the Hamlin Beach State Park where Shihan Janine led beach training on the shores of Lake Ontario. The camp concluded on Sunday afternoon with a session devoted to IFK Kata Competition. This included a detailed breakdown of the judging process and how to be a better judge. For competitors it helped them better understand what judges are looking for and how to avoid simple mistakes to maximize their score.
Shihan Mike Monaco (8th Dan) would like to extend his sincere gratitude and thanks to both Shihan Janine Davies (6th Dan) and her husband Shihan Chris Davies (5th Dan). Their detailed instruction and Shihan Janine’s demonstrations of kata were an inspiration to everyone! In particular those who are preparing for the upcoming World Kata Championships!
On behalf of USA-IFK President Shihan Mike Monaco (8th Dan) and IFK-USA Chairman Shihan Sean Schenker (5th Dan), the USA-IFK Kyokushin organization wishes to thank all the staff and volunteers that helped with this years camp. You are the ones who make it all possible! OSU!
IFK Kumite Swiss Championship 2024
/Last Saturday, 4th May, the Karate Club Anglikon organised this year's IFK Swiss Kumite Championships. 72 fighters from 19 dojos from all over Switzerland travelled to Anglikon to fight the winners of the respective categories in over 100 duels.
The Anglikon dojo and its numerous helpers organised a superb tournament in the new Hofmattenturnhalle in Wohlen and the many fans who had travelled to the venue created the right atmosphere. There were many tough and fair fights at a high level, and fortunately all the fighters were able to return home at the end of the day without any significant injuries.
We would like to thank the Karate Club Anglikon for the great organisation, the fighters for their spirit and the coaches, referees and fans who travelled with them for their support.
OSU
SEMINAR RECAP - GRAY WOLF DOJO, USA April 21 and 22, 2024
/The USA-IFK was blessed to have two of the top instructors in the world in the same dojo at the same time! Students were treated to instruction by a special guest of Shihan Michael Monaco, Shihan Eddy Gabathuler of IFK-Switzerland. During the two evenings, instruction on kihon, tournament fighting and street fighting was engrained into the student through sweat and hard work. Shihan Eddy continued to press the theme, “Train Your Brain”, over and over, leaving students tired and inspired physically and mentally. Thank you both Shihan Monaco and Shihan Gabathuler for this fantastic opportunity! Osu
IFK Canada Seminar Report - April 4th to April 7th 2024
/On April 3rd to April 10th we had the visit and the pleasure to attend an IFK World Seminar hosted by Shihan Eddy Gabathuler - IFK Switzerland Country Representative & IFK World Board Member. He visited the new IFK CANADA headquarters, Karaté Mascouche, based in the Province of Quebec, Canada.
This amazing and wonderful event was attended by IFK Canada Board Administration Members: Sensei Francois Presseault - Country Representative & President, Shihan Gaetan Sauvé, Shihan Real Gagnon - IFK Canada Advisors, Sensei Jean François Verreault - Treasure, Sensei Pascal Hemond - General Secretary IFK Canada and several other Sensei’s and Kohai’s.
Several Dojos from all over the United States, Province of Quebec and Ontario were represented. The event was also honored by the presence of Shihan Mike Monaco, USA Country Representative and member of the IFK World Board. 10 Dojos and over 55 participants.
Shihan Eddy landed in Montreal on Wednesday April 3rd, we took advantage of his presence over a homemade dinner to discuss Karate extensively along with several uprising projects in IFK Canada.
The action began on Thursday April 4th afternoon with a private training session at KaratéMascouche Dojo. Detailed explanations were given on physical preparation before training, explosiveness in Knockdown, and physical conditioning. Needless to say, that it was an intense session.
Thursday evening brought a surprise at Karaté Mascouche as Shihan Eddy honored us by teaching a class on the 10th Kihon and Zenkutsu Dachi to white belts. The evening continued with a private Kata training session for Sempaï Raphael Descheneaux in preparation for the IFK World Kata Championship 2024. Following this intensive session, the students received an inspiring lesson about fighting along with Kyokushin self-defense techniques. Needless to say, it was extraordinary.
The agenda continued Friday April 5 with a private session on angles in Knockdown Fighting for the Karaté Mascouche team, along with some extraordinary kicking techniques. The team left the training session highly inspired. The real program kicked off and started on Friday evening with the arrival of all members of dojos from USA and Canada. The first two hours of the seminar passed quickly, focusing on explosiveness and self-defense based on Kyokushin approach! We all left the training session highly motivated for the following day!
Saturday arrived with intensive six hours of training for all! Sunday - The final touch!
Shihan Eddy quickly set the rhythm of the day by working our muscles in the Kyokushin style. He then opened our minds, one lesson at a time, covering Kihons, Renraku from the IFK syllabus, gradations, combat, and street self-defense. It was not only highly enriching but also incredibly interesting for dojo owners who can teach it afterward. Shihan Eddy is simply a grand master in technique, teaching, and martial knowledge.
Saturday evening was spent enjoying a good dinner together with friends and family members, reconnecting friendships, establishing new connections, and strengthening the unique IFK family bond. Sunday morning arrived swiftly in Mascouche, marking the final touch training session and belt promotions of our New Shihan Mikhail Zimerman, our new Yondan – Sensei Jean -Francois Verreault, Sensei Sylvain D’Astout and Sensei Denis Lyrette. We reflected on the themes of the past hours, 10 hours of training in 3 days, focusing on Kihon, Ippon Kumite, Renraku, all from the perspective of Kyokushin for the street. Participants learned so much and were so inspired by Shihan Eddy to follow their Kyokushin path with an open mind.
Shihan Eddy and Shihan Monaco honored us by awarding Shodan, Nidan, Yodan, and Godan ranks on behalf of IFK World. The word "Family" was celebrated during these belt promotions. The quality of IFK karatekas is incomparable. Thanks to the knowledge gained under Shihan Eddy's guidance, everyone has become better martial artists, with a much broader understanding of our IFK syllabus techniques.
IFK Swtizerland - Pilatus Cup 2024
/On Saturday, 23 March 2024, the Kriens Karate School held the international Pilatus Cup in the disciplines of Kata and Kyokushinkai for the 23rd time. 104 competitors from a total of 12 dojos in Switzerland took part, as well as one delegation each from Wales, Germany and Belgium. The karateka were aged between 8 and 21. With the support of its loyal helpers, the Kriens Karate School was able to organise and run a successful tournament to promote young talent. Congratulations to all the karateka and a huge thank you to all the helpers, referees, coaches and spectators.
IFK India - 2nd International Open Full Contact Karate Championship 2024
/The 2nd International Open Full Contact Karate Championship 2024, organized by IFK India at Guwahati's TA Indoor Stadium, in Assam, India, was held on January 6th and the 7th, 2024. All participants displayed remarkable skill and expertise across diverse age and weight categories. The event's seamless execution underscored its significance in the Kyokushin community.
RESULTS
Kumite Boys Under 5 years.
1st :- Bhagyansh Chaudhary
2nd :- Uvwan Kunwar
3rd :- Danish Haloi
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Kumite Boys Under 7 years.
1st :- Piush Tamang
2nd :- Ronav Pratim Borah
3rd :- Arinjoy Sharma
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Kumite Boys Under 9 years.
1st :- Nipul Sonar
2nd :- Satyam Sharma
3rd :- Jyotishman Hazarika
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Kumite Boys Under 11 years.
1st :- Adriano Kuli
2nd :- Abhigyan Upadhya
3rd :- Gitartha Baruah
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Kumite Boys Under 13 years.
1st :- Sajish Bhujel
2nd :- Devarsh Rajkonwar
3rd :- Anuraj Chetry
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Kumite Boys Under 15 years.
1st :- Ayush Chetry
2nd :- Bhibon Phukan
3rd :- Ashutosh Jaiswal
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Kumite Boys Under 17 years.
1st :- Dinesh Bham
2nd :- Bibek Bardewa
3rd :- Boten Tani Doley
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Kumite Senior Boys Below 55kgs.
1st :- Gifor Klein
2nd :- Narayan Praja
3rd :- Shaiphyrkat Halai
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Kumite Senior Boys Below 60kgs.
1st :- Resham Tamang
2nd :- Purna Gurung
3rd :- Ranojay Dey
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Kumite Senior Boys Below 70kgs.
1st :- Bikram Acharya
2nd :- Francis Makri
3rd :- Akash Sen
2nd International Open Full Contact Karate Championship 2024.
Organized by IFK India.
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Kumite Girls Under 5 years
1st :- Susmita Roy
2nd :- Navya Bora
3rd :- Tejaswini Chhotary
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Kumite Girls Under 7 years
1st :- Kiron Chhota Ray
2nd :- Sanvi Lahon
3rd :- Abha Gogoi
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Kumite Girls Under 9 years
1st :- Kristi Lahon
2nd:- Krittika Talukdar
3rd :- Mridini Patowary
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Kumite Girls Under 11 years
1st :- Darshee Mazumdar
2nd :- Lebo Sema
3rd:- Prachi
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Kumite Girls Under 13 years
1st :- Madhuri Gogoi
2nd :- Anuchika Upadhyay
3rd :- Pratima Chetry
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Kumite Girls Under 15years
1st :- Sharawati Sharma
2nd :- Bondita Upadhya
3rd :- Shreya Mukherjee
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Kumite Girls Under 17 years
1st :- Sibani Ale Magar
2nd :- Dikshya Magar
3rd :- Anushka Kumari
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Kumite Senior Girls Under 55kgs
1st :- Anisha Tamang
2nd :- Priyanka Prasad
3rd :- Khushi Sonar
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Kumite Senior Girls Under 65kgs
1st :- Kipile Chetry
2nd :- Maghirita Klein
3rd :- Nishu Tamang
IFK Bolivia Technical Update Course 2023
/In Bolivia, an IFK Karate update course took place on September 30th and October 1st, featuring the special visit of Shihan Germán Carballo from Uruguay.
This course was held in the Department of La Paz, in the city of El Alto, at an altitude of over 4050 meters above sea level. We had the participation of 40 enthusiastic students who had the valuable opportunity to learn from Shihan German during the two days of the course.
On Saturday, we began our activities in the morning, focusing on Kihon techniques and fundamental stances. In the afternoon, we progressed through the Syllabus, covering from the 6th Kyu to the 1st Kyu.
On Sunday morning, we practiced the Renrakus. In the afternoon, starting at 2:30 PM, a rigorous evaluation was conducted in which 7 candidates underwent the examination to attain the rank of 1st Dan. It was a challenging examination that extended until 6:30 PM, and in which 6 of the participants managed to pass.
To conclude this successful course, all students participated in kumite, which took place from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
IFK Bolivia is committed to implementing the IFK Kyokushin program, and we are deeply grateful for Shihan Germán Carballo's generous willingness to visit us.
Report by Abraham Meruvia, IFK Bolivia
National Kata Seminar under the auspices of IFK Romania
/This weekend, 29.09-01.10.2023, it took place at Tg. Jiu, the National Kata Seminar under the auspices of IFK Romania - the Knockdown Karate Federation organized by the Brandt Dojo Sports Club where 100 athletes participated under the guidance of Shihan Eddy Gabathuler 8 Dan from Switzerland.
It was an internship where we received a lot of information that will help us in preparing the Romanian team for next year's World Kata Championship in London.
At the end of the Seminar, we were happy with the promotion of Shihan Christian Hirsch 5 Dan and Sensei Ștefan Straut 4 Dan. Thanks to IFK president Shihan David Pickthall, the IFK international board for the promotion and the trust granted!
Thanks to Shihan Eddy Gabathuler 8 Dan for all the support and the National Kata Seminar! Congratulations to the organizers team, to Senpai Marian Brandt, to all the IFK Romania participants, and to Senpai Roxana Tudor with her team WAKU Romania (member of KWU Romania since 2017), as we are delighted to have them with us, Osu!
Osu!
IFK Romania
IFK India - intra city tournament 2023
/IFK India are organizing an intra-city karate tournament especially for the younger (under-18 years) participants. It will be great for encouraging the younger students and help in keeping them active.
The venue : St Joseph Church ground, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Date: 29th October 2023
Organizer : Sensei Pradip Kumar Das
Chief controller : Shihan Santanu Ganguly
IFK Romania National Kata Seminar
/On the weekend of 29.09-01.10.2023, a National Kata Seminar took place at Tg. Jiu, under the auspices of IFK ROMANIA - the Knockdown Karate Federation organized by the Brandt Dojo Sports Club where 100 athletes participated under the guidance of Shihan Eddy Gabathuler 8 Dan from Switzerland. It helped us in preparing the Romanian team for next year's World Kata Championship in London. At the end of the Seminar we were happy with the promotion of Shihan Christian Hirsch to 5th Dan and Sensei Ștefan Straut to 4th dan. Thanks to the IFK international board for the promotion and the trust granted! Thanks to Shihan Eddy Gabathuler 8 Dan for all the support and the National Kata Seminar! Congratulations to the organizers team, to Senpai Marian Brandt, to all the IFK ROMANIA participants and to Senpai Roxana Tudor with her team WAKU ROMANIA (member of KWU ROMANIA since 2017) as we are delighted to have them with us, Osu!
Belgian Knockdown Championship 2024
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Dear Shihan, Sensei, Senpai,
Ryo Dojo organized for the second time (the first time in 2022) the Belgian Knockdown Championship with the support of BFKK (IFK branch Belgium), Shinkyokushin Belgium, and Rengokai Belgium. It’s an open Western European Championship. We
hope to receive many fighters from all organizations, national and international.
Date: 23 March 2024
Location: Hoeilaart, near Brussels (Belgium).
Registration: https://registration.belgianknockdown.be
Contact & questions
Dave Geentjens (President BFKK, Chairman Ryo Dojo)
countryrep@ifk.be
dgeentjens@gmail.com
+32 491 07 37 56
Congratulations on the new KFK Dan promotions
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The Kuwait Federation of Kyokushin Karate congratulates Shihan Ali Al-Manaseer and Shihan Bader Al-Bisher on being promoted to Godan 5th Dan during the 18th KFK Kyokushin Camp with Shihan Mossadek Ageli.
Shihan Ali Al-Manaseer and Shihan Bader Al-Bisher were promoted to Godan 5th Dan. The KFK also congratulates Saleh Al-Najem, Abdulaziz Al-Sadah, Abdulaziz Al-Fares, and Nasser Al-Khudher on their Dan promotion.
The KFK is looking forward to more development in the future for all.
Pictures and more info HERE.
IX IFK Uruguay National Tournament
/IFK Uruguay held its IX IFK Uruguay National Tournament.
Over 130 competitors from 6 cities competed throughout the day. The Tournament was divided in two; Kata, Kumite against a sandbag and Kumite Clicker in the morning; and Under-21 Kumite KO with competitors from other organizations for the latter (KyokushinKai, Seiwakai, Kyokukaikan and Kenbukai).
We would like to thank all the competitors, referees and coaches that attended and participated in the Tournament, helping to united and sharing what Kyokushin is in our country.
Our deepest gratitude to the whole team, staff and students that helped during the event.
See you in 2024!
OSU
Shihan Germán Carballo
(IFK Uruguay CR)
28th Swiss IFK Summer Camp 2023
/28th Swiss IFK Summer Camp 2023
From 22nd to 25th July 2023, the IFK Switzerland summer camp took place at the sports centre in Willisau. Almost 80 participants from 13 dojos and three organisations took part in the event to deepen their knowledge in kihon, kata and kumite. Under the expert guidance of various Senpais, Senseis and Shihans, intensive training took place in groups. The camp offered a variety of new training methods and ideas from which everyone could benefit and expand their knowledge.
On Sunday evening, all brown and black belts had the opportunity to improve their refereeing skills in a course.
On Monday afternoon, as every year, 30 fights were on the programme, where big and small met each other with a lot of respect and fighting spirit. As a reward, a special surprise followed in the evening: the Sayonara Party turned out to be an 80s theme party with a rousing super talent show. Participants from different dojos and also examinees showed fantastic contributions that made the audience marvel and laugh. The variety of talents and the unexpected performances provided the best entertainment. The party became an unforgettable highlight of the camp and let the participants end the evening in high spirits.
After a final training session on Tuesday morning and the subsequent graduations, the training camp finally came to an end.
We congratulate all examinees and graduates on their excellent performance and thank all participants for an unforgettable time full of learning, fellowship and fun!
10. Kyu Quiroga Munoz Claudia Julieth Karate-Club Oftringen
9. Kyu Matter Henry Karateschule Kriens
6. Kyu Keiser Romina Karateschule Kriens
6. Kyu Jaruga Noach Karateschule Kriens
6. Kyu Wechsler Lenard Karateschule Kriens
1. Kyu Weber Lea Karateclub Strengelbach
1. DAN Muntwyler Simone Karate Club Anglikon
4. DAN De Patre Barbara Kyokushinkai Karate Ilanz
8. DAN Gabathuler Eduard Kyokushinkai Karate Chur
