Yerevan Open Cup 2023

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An international open tournament in Kumite and Kata will be held in Yerevan, Armenia, on December 23, 2023, for children, girls, juniors, men, and women.

The competition of the participants in KUMITE will be held into age and weight categories of boys and girls 6-7-year-old children 8-9-year-old children, 10-11-year-old children, 12-13-year-old juniors, 14-15-year-old juniors 16-17-year-old juniors, and 18 + year-old men and women.

Participants in KATA will be divided into the following age categories: 6-7-year-old children, 8-9-year-old children, 10-11-year-old children, 12-13-year-old juniors, 14-15-year-old juniors, 16-17-year-old juniors, 18 + year-old men and women.

The preliminary applications are admitted up to 10 December 2023

Address: Yerevan, str.Estonakan 12/1

E-mail: info@kyokushin.am

Telephone numbers: (+374 94) 40-42-45.

The following order is an official invitation to participate in the Tournament of the Armenian Kyokushin Karate Federation.

President Shihan Andranik Hakobyan

The IFK European Championships 2023 - final statement

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On April 22, 2023, the IFK European Kyokushin Championship was held in Yerevan, Armenia. 208 of martial arts competitors from 13 countries gathered to compete for the titles and demonstrate their skills on an international stage. It was a thrilling event that showcased some of the best athletes in Kyokushin karate today.

Here is the final statement:

IFK European Championships 2023 Final Statement

The IFK European championships 2023 results U14, U16, U18

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On April 22, 2023, the IFK European Kyokushin Championship was held in Yerevan, Armenia. 208 of martial arts competitors from 13 countries gathered to compete for the titles and demonstrate their skills on an international stage. It was a thrilling event that showcased some of the best athletes in Kyokushin karate today.

Here are the results U14, U16, and U18

U14 Girls -40Kg
1. Zarina Ali, Kazakhstan
2. Voskanyan Ariana, Armenia
3. Gevorgyan Naira, Armenia

U14 Girls -50Kg
1. Harutyunyan Meri, Armenia
2. Akzhan Orazgali, Kazakhstan
3. Nikuradze Nana, Georgia
3. Shalageh Sanaz, Iran

U14 Girls +50Kg
1. Belavina Milana, Latvia
2. Dariga Auganbay, Kazakhstan
3. Sargsyan Armenuhi, Armenia
3. Nitu Anastasia Iulia, Romania

U14 Boys -40Kg
1. Hovsepyan Gevorg, Armenia
2. Khachatryan Ashot, Armenia
3. Zhuban Saken, Kazakhstan
3. Bogačovs Ņikita, Latvia

U14 Boys -45Kg
1. Harutyunyan Avet, Armenia
2. Harutyunyan Georgi, Armenia
3. Torosyan Samvel, Armenia
3. Sayan Dissen, Kazakhstan

U14 Boys -50Kg
1. Balayan Armen, Armenia
2. Warnfeldt Rush Issac, Great Britain
3. Avetisyan Davit, Armenia
3. Margolin Ariel, Israel

U14 Boys -55Kg
1. Zohrabyan Serj, Armenia
2. Knopov Larry, Israel
3. Mkrtchyan Harutyun, Armenia

U14 Boys +55Kg
1. Elizbaryan Gurgen, Armenia
2. Sahakyan Aleks, Armenia
3. Hakobyan Alen, Armenia

U16 Girls -55Kg
1. Bejanyan Alisa, Armenia
2. Gruchet Emmanuelle, Reunion
3. Karapetyan Silvi, Armenia
3. Kordzaia Nino, Georgia

U16 Girls +55Kg
1. Grigoryan Elen, Armenia
2. Mates Morgan, Great Britain
3. Karakat Assylbekkyzy, Kazakhstan

U16 Boys -55Kg
1. Panuta Albert, Romania
2. Hambardzumyan Erik, Armenia
3. Eranosyan Erik, Armenia
3. Nursultan Smagul, Kazakhstan

U16 Boys -60Kg
1. Bekarys Bolatov, Kazakhstan
2. Galstyan Hayk , Armenia
3. Serge Jean Marc, Reunion
3. Darsareh Amirhossein, Iran

U16 Boys -65Kg
1. Hovsepyan Vanik, Armenia
2. Ulikhan Nursultanov, Kazakhstan
3. Williams Cai, Great Britain
3. Hajian Radman, Iran

U16 Boys -70Kg
1. Poxosyan Gagik, Armenia
2. Dan Arthur, Israel
3. Goderdzishvili Tamaz, Georgia
3. Grigoryan Ashot, Armenia

U16 Boys +70Kg
1. Partsikanashvili Avtandil, Georgia
2. Sinafathi Mohammad, Iran
3. Parviziniya Arshia, Iran
3. Kiyavash Daghani, Armenia

U18 Girls -55Kg
1. Dillbary Rotem, Israel
2. Fayazi Ghozloo Nahid, Iran
3. Mxeyan Sofi, Armenia
3. Ainaz Mashenova, Kazakhstan

U18 Girls +55Kg
1. Šļahta Ksenija, Latvia
2. Krummenacher Larissa, Switzerland
3. Pastukhova Kristina , Armenia
3. Moos Simena, Switzerland

U18 Boys -60Kg
1. Aleksanyan Garik, Armenia
2. Farfaryan Petros, Armenia
3. Kazemi Arman, Iran
3. Stepanyan Hamlet, Armenia

U18 Boys -65Kg
1. Stepan Skladanyuk, Kazakhstan
2. Raiymbek Shyntay, Kazakhstan
3. Piliposyan Varuzhan, Armenia
3. Manasyan Artyom, Armenia

U18 Boys -75Kg
1. Yaghobi Mehrdad, Iran
2. Arakelyan Tigran, Armenia
3. Muradyan Avetis, Armenia
3. Vlasyan Maks, Armenia

U18 Boys +75Kg
1. Uncu Vlad Constantin, Romania
2. Shaabani Morteza, Iran
3. Yazijyan Hovhannes, Armenia
3. Kianiharchegani Ali, Iran

The IFK European championships 2023 Results U21 and Adults

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On April 22, 2023, the IFK European Kyokushin Championship was held in Yerevan, Armenia. 208 of martial arts competitors from 13 countries gathered to compete for the titles and demonstrate their skills on an international stage. It was a thrilling event that showcased some of the best athletes in Kyokushin karate today.

Here are the results of U21 and Adults

Adults Women -55 kg
1. Rowlands Hayley Beth, Great Britain
2. Pickthall Olivia, Great Britain
3. Nurgul Saparova, Kazakhstan
3. Wiska Eliza, Poland

Adults Women +55 kg
1. Westrin Agnes, Sweden
2. Nielsen Mette Marie, Sweden
3. Elnara Togyzbayeva, Kazakhstan
3. Felber Angela, Switzerland

Adults Men -70 kg
1. Mrozinski Kamil, Great Britain
2. Rammal Jaafar, Great Britain
3. Jamshidfar Borzatour, Iran
3. Gevorgyan Gevorg, Armenia

Adults Men -80 kg
1. Hayder Ali, Sweden
2. Fallahi Mohammad Javad, Iran
3. Azizkhani Ali, Iran
3. Karapetyan Hrachya, Armenia

Adults Men -90 kg
1. Rosin Jonas, Sweden
2. Misakyan Artsrun, Armenia
3. Nasabi Majid, Iran
3. Mohammadipouryaychi Jabraeil, Iran

Adults Men +90 kg
1. Moosavi Javad, Iran
2. Liubayeu Dzmitry
3. Rostami Javad, Iran
3. Kakabadze Davit, Georgia

U21 Women -55 kg
1. Madina Bolatova, Kazakhstan
2. Margaryan Elen, Armenia
3. Hosivandi Fatima, Iran
3. Beauvoir Ambre, Reunion

U21 Women +55 kg
1. Karapetian Liliana, Armenia
2. Alambardarabatari Leila, Iran
3. Gulziya Umirzakova, Kazakhstan

U21 Men -70 kg
1. Chapman Callum, Great Britain
2. Arzu Tyulemessov, Kazakhstan
3. Petrachenka Daniil

U21 Men -80 kg
1. Sayat Bakytuly, Kazakhstan
2. Hardzeichuk Maksim
3. Mirco Avvisati, Switzerland

The 12th IFK Uruguay Summer Camp 2023

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The XII IFK Kyokushin Uruguay Summer Camp took place on March 2-5, 2023.

We had participants from Montevideo, Mercedes, Dolores, Salto, Marindia, and San Carlos; who had the pleasure of being joined by attendees from Brazil and Bolivia represented by:

– IFK Brazil Country Representative, Shihan Jeovaldo Barreto, who was an instructor during the Summer Camp; accompanied by Sensei Julio Goncalvez; and

– IFK Bolivia Country Representative, Senpai Abraham Meruvia; accompanied by Senpai José Meruvia.

Eleven sessions included special training and meetings for instructors and advanced kyus, as well as sessions focussed on kumite refereeing.

A Kyu grades exam was held; and 2 of our colleagues successfully completed their 20 and 25 kumite tests for their 1st and 2nd DAN, respectively.

The dates for the 2024 Summer Camp are being defined, but it will also be held in early March next 2024 year.

 

The XII IFK Uruguay Summer Camp has now come to an end. This Summer camp, alike others, was full of training sessions, courses and camaraderie.

This became an International event as we had the pleasure of kuro obis from Brazil and Bolivia joining our Uruguayan instructors and students. Long training days, some of which started at 5:30 am and ended past 11:30 pm; where we also shared experiences and strengthened friendships.

We did our best to honor Sosai in its 100th anniversary, training by the sea, in the woods, under the sun & the rain; with every Kiai and Oss acting as an energy whenever we started to feel tired.

On behalf of the Uruguayan Kyokushinkai Association, we would like to express our gratitude to everyone who attended, and to our instructors for their great work, evidenced by their students’ performance.

On behalf of Shihan Jeovaldo Barreto and myself, we would like to thank everyone for giving their best and using all their energy in every session.

Domo arigato gozaimashita
OSU!
Shihan Germán Carballo

IFK Bulgaria Summer Camp 2023

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IFK Bulgaria is happy to announce their annual International Summer Camp “Primorsko 2023” with special guests and main instructors Shihan David Pickthall and Sensei Emma Markwell. The camp will take place in MMC Primorsko, Bulgaria from 1st July to 8th July 2023.

For applications and additional information, please contact organizers at: ifk_bulgaria@abv.bg

The 4th United States International Kyokushin Championships "Battle On The Boardwalk"

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Over 200 Competitors and 400 Spectators participated in this year's event, representing 48 Different Clubs/Dojos and 6 Countries

The Official Live Stream Replay is Now Available on The USA-IFKK Youtube Page at:

https://www.youtube.com/live/lE5_IQRy_UA?feature=share

Official Standings in Kata, Weapons, and Semi-Contact Kumite divisions are available at:

https://report.myuventex.com/#standings;id=253200

Official Medal Report by Dojo/Club can be accessed at:

https://www.myuventex.com/#medalsReport;id=253200

We would like to express our deepest thanks to all Organizations, Competitors, and Families that assisted in making this year a success! We look forward to seeing you all next year on the last weekend in January of 2024 in Atlantic City.

IFK European championships 2023 - Full information

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The IFK European Full Contact Championships will be held in Yerevan, Armenia on 21st-23rd April 2023

Categories from U14 up to Adults will participate.

This event is open to all organizations however countries will have a maximum of three or four athletes in any weight division depending on the age group. IFK representatives will have the priority of two of the allocated spaces.

Download:

IFK Netherlands Summer camp 2023

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Date: Friday 30 June to Sunday 2 July 2023

You are welcome at Papendal on Friday 30 June from 12:00 pm.

The first training starts at 2:00 PM.

On Sunday, July 2, 2022, the summer camp will end around 1:00 PM.

Guest instructors: Shihan Janine Davies and Senpai Jonas Rosin

Accommodation: Papendal Papendallaan 3, 6816 VD Arnhem

Registration: Registering for the summer camp is always done in consultation with your own teacher. The summer camp is for young and old from about 12 years old. The cost of the summer camp is
€240.00. If you have paid the deposit of €75.00, you are registered.

A step-by-step plan for registering for the camp:
1. Ask your own teacher for permission to register
2. Down payment of €75.00 on NKA IBAN number: NL53INGB0000628596
3. State with the down payment: Summer camp, your name, karate school, gender, and whether you
are vegetarian.
4 Transfer the remaining amount of € 165.00 four weeks in advance to the account of the NKA.

Please note: there are only a limited number of places available! So register in time!

Exams: Kyu and dan degree exams will take place during the camp. Exam candidates must register before 1 January. The whole registration procedure is described in the examination regulations—more information about this from your own teacher or the secretary of the examination board, sensei Pascal.

Packing list: What should you bring to summer camp?

Exoneration Form (the registration form) Small sports bag
Gi (karate suit) 1x Toiletry bag
Gi (old karate suit that can get dirty) Sunscreen
Obi (belt) Tape, plasters, etc.
Shin guards and gloves Water bottle
Chest protection (women) / tok (men) Garbage bags
Mouthguard Training clothing

Slippers Medication
Sports shoes (may get dirty)

Bandana/headwear (no cap)

For other questions, please visit www.nka-ifk.nl/zomerkamp

IFK Kumite Swiss Championship 2022

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On Saturday, November 19th, the IFK Kumite Swiss Championship 2022 took place in Chur. A total of 78 Karateka’s from 17 dojos took part in the tournament.

 In the morning and afternoon, the participants started in different categories: Juniors, Novice and Elite. Congratulations to all participants on their great achievements!

A big thank you to all participants, referees, helpers, coaches and spectators for the work they did and the exemplary discipline. Together we were able to bring Karateka’s from different full-contact karate organizations to the tatami across organizations and thus hold worthy championships while at the same time focusing on Kyokushinkai karate with its values such as respect, fairness, mutual acceptance and friendship.

IFK Dan Promotions

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We are pleased to announce that Shihan David Pickthall (IFK President) on behalf of the IFK Board announced the following Dan Promotions at K2 on 1st October 2022.

8th Dan

Alex Kerrigan and Liam Keaveney

6th Dan

Paul Baker, Martin Okeleke,

David Jones and John Moulden

5th Dan

Stephen Davies and Wai Cheung

The ceremony of awarding the new grades took place during the official opening of the 44th British Open Knockdown Tournament 2022 incorporating the 12th Cup of Europe at K2 Crawley on the 1st of October.

The event was the largest knockdown championship the BKK has hosted with 270 participants. We hope that the introduction of the youth categories will inspire future karateka. The Cup of Europe demonstrated that this pathway is how BKK will build athletes of the future with their Champions.

Congratulations! Osu!

IFK Western European Championships – Registration

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The 2022 IFK Western European Championships 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡

IFK Netherlands invites you to participate in the IFK WESTERN EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS on the 5th of November in Zevenbergen, the Netherlands.

Registration can now be done using the form on the website following the link below. The deadline is October 15th, so make sure to be on time.

www.nka-ifk.nl/ifk-west-european-championships

IFK Switzerland Summer Camp

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From the 23rd till 26th The IFK Switzerland summer camp took place in July at the sports center in Willisau.

97 athletes from 11 dojos and ages 8 to 66 set off to deepen their knowledge of Kihon, Kata, and Kumite in groups and under the expert guidance of various Sempais, Senseis and Shihans. The weather was good for the camp and so they sweat a lot. Everyone could benefit from new training methods and ideas and expand their knowledge.

All brown and black belts were also given the opportunity to expand their skills as part of a refereeing course on Sunday evening.
On Monday afternoon, like every year, a 30-man Kumite took place, with big and small fighting each other with much respect and spirit. In the evening, the reward was followed by the Sayonara Party – which also marked the 25th anniversary of IFK Switzerland this year. So Mr. and Mrs. Karateka threw themselves in the bowl and spent the evening with great food and good company. The examiners organized a supporting program, which was varied and amusing throughout the evening. In addition, many old and newer photos have highlighted the highlights of the last 25 years.

After a final training on Tuesday morning and the graduations, the training camp, unfortunately, came to an end again.

We congratulate all the students on their performance:

Kohai Maximilian Blum, 2. Kyu
Kohai Lea Weber, 2. Kyu
Kohai Angela Egli, 1. Kyu
Sempai Peter Ammann, 1. DAN
Sempai Mirjam Bucher, 1. DAN
Sempai Ismael Diez, 1. DAN
Sempai Christian Ettlin, 1. DAN
Sempai Larissa Krummenacher, 1. DAN
Sempai Sina Burri, 2. DAN
Sempai Angela Felber, 2. DAN
Sempai Ramon Pfändler, 2. DAN
Sensei Philipp Hartmann, 3. DAN
Sensei Simon Zurfluh, 3. DAN

In addition, the IFK Switzerland and the World Federation awarded the following graduations:
Sensei Fritz Trautmann, 4. DAN
Sensei Alexandra Tabord, 4. DAN
Shihan Michel Estermann, 5. DAN
Shihan Melania Garcia, 5. DAN
Shihan Rolf Imhof, 5. DAN
Shihan Heinz Muntwyler, 5. DAN
Shihan Toni Gansner, 6. DAN

We congratulate all graduates and thank you for your dedication to the IFK.

We look forward to seeing you all next year from the 22nd. – 25. July 2023 to be seen again in summer camp.

OSU!

IFK Switzerland

Photos at: https://ifk-schweiz.ch/ifk-schweiz-sommerlager/

IFK Bulgaria Summer Camp 2022

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IFK Bulgaria held an International Kyokushin Karate Summer Camp from the 1st to the 8th of July with chief instructors Shihan David Pickthall, 7 dan, President of IFK, and Sensei Emma Markwell, 4 dan, world, and European Kumite champion. A special guest at the camp was Shihan Eddy Gabathuler, 7 Dan, IFK Board Member.

A total of 160 karatekas from Poland, led by Shihan Jan Wac, 5 dan, Romania led by Sensei Christian Hirsch, 5 dan, and Bulgaria took part in the camp.

On 02.07, a commemoration ceremony evening was organized in memory of Hanshi Steve Arneil, 10 dan, which ended with a torchlight procession to the beach as a tribute to Hanshi.

Grading for kyu and dan degrees was held at the end of the camp.

Shihan Nikola Blagoev, 6th dan, and IFK Bulgaria thank Shihan David, Shihan Eddy, and Sensei Emma for the efforts they make for the development of IFK in Bulgaria and the region.

Courtesy of Prestige 96, sweet treats were provided each day to the delight of all participants. Thanks for your support!

More pictures and videos here: facebook.com/IFK.Bulgaria

6. IFK World championships 2022 final statement

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The 6th IFK World championships were held on 4 and 5 June in Valencia, Spain. Fighters participated in 4 age groups: U16, U18, U21, and men and women. In the document below you can find the final results and protocols of all categories.

Szolnok Cup 2022

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The 7th IFK CUP UAE 2022

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The National Championship 7th IFK CUP was held in UAE on the 20th of May with over 250 competitors in kumite and kata. Guest of honor Shihan David Pickthall was there to open the event and give prizes.

We congratulate all the prize winners and thank the Country Representative Sensei Shamseer CK and his team for a well-run tournament.