Nov
9
8:30 AM08:30

32nd American International Karate - Holley, New York, November 9th, 2024

Osu! We are excited to announce that registration for the 32nd American International Karate Championships (AIKC) in Holley, New York, is underway! This highly anticipated event will take place on November 9th, 2024, and preparations have begun for what promises to be another great day of competition!  

 Since its inception in 1991, this tournament has grown to become one of the premier events in the martial arts community. Under the leadership of Shihan Mike Monaco (8th Dan), the USA-IFK Country Representative and President, the AIKC has maintained a long-standing tradition of excellence. Shihan Monaco's passion for promoting traditional Kyokushin karate has shaped this tournament into a must-attend event for competitors and spectators alike.

 The AIKC is one of the longest-running karate tournaments in North America, and has brought together top-tier martial artists from around the world. Each year, martial artists from the international martial arts community and across the United States make their way to New York to test their skills in the intense, full-contact Knockdown divisions that Kyokushin karate is renowned for. This year will be no different, as competitors will step onto the mat to showcase their discipline, technique, and indomitable spirit.

 This year’s championship will feature four major categories:

 - Knockdown: The iconic full-contact division, where fighters battle using traditional Kyokushin techniques with no protective gear, relying solely on their strength, stamina, and strategy.

 - Semi-Contact (with protective gear): For those looking to test their skills the semi-contact division provides an exciting challenge fighting under knockdown rules, but while wearing protective equipment.

 - Open-Hand Kata: A test of precision, form, and concentration, competitors will demonstrate the strength and depth of traditional martial arts techniques.

 - Weapons Kata: For those dedicated to mastering weapon-based kata, this category presents the opportunity to showcase skill and expertise in traditional martial arts weaponry.

Whether you're a seasoned karateka or a beginner competing for the first time, the AIKC offers something for everyone. Competitors will have the opportunity to test their skills, connect with the martial arts community, to learn, and to be inspired!

 Spaces are limited! This year the tournament will be capped at the first 300 registrants. Act quickly to secure your spot. If you’re looking to take advantage of lower rates, the Early Bird registration deadline is October 25th, 2024.

 To learn more and sign up, visit uskyokushin.com and prepare yourself for an unforgettable day of martial arts excellence!

 

See you on November 9th! Osu!!!

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Nov
29
to Dec 2

Kazan Bars Open International Kyokushin Competition - 29 November to 2nd December 20242/12/2024

IFK Russia will host the Kazan Bars Open International Kyokushin Competition from 29 November to 2nd December 2024. For full details please see the documents below.

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Jan
11
8:30 AM08:30

IFK Canada - Seminar with Shihan Sean Schenker and Senpai Lyric Schenker

We welcome to IFK Canada the first coach to have trained an American Champion at the BKK-Cup of Europe and the 1st American champion of the BKK-Cup of Europe 🏆✅🥋

A legendary father-daughter duo : Shihan Sean and Senpai Lyric

Registrations and information at info@artsmartiauxmascouche.com

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Apr
6
9:00 AM09:00

4th IFK Western European Championships

NKA – IFK Netherlands is pleased to invite you to the 4th IFK Western European Championships. This event will be held on the 6th of April 2025 in Zevenbergen, The Netherlands. We are honoured and proud to organise an international event in The Netherlands once again! This tournament will have cadets (16 and 17 years old), under 21 and adult categories. The tournament will be open for all countries and organisations! The tournament will be held according to the IFK kumite rules.

In 2022 we had 9 countries and almost 100 fighters participating! In 2024 this tournament was hosted by IFK Belgium. In 2025 it's once again in the Netherlands!

Attached is the info pack and event poster! Registration will be done on kumite technology: https://app.kumitetechnology.com/en/tournament/67/ More information is available on www.nka-ifk.nl. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us!


Best regards & Osu

NKA – IFK Netherlands

Sensei Roel Noordman

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Sep
12
to Sep 14

IFK Guinea International Course

I have the honor to inform you that the Guinean Kyokushin Karate Federation through IFK-GUINEA is organizing from September 12 to 14, the first international course, this course is a symbol of African and world union.  Thus, we will be very honored and very happy with your presence as a representative of IFK. the best is yet to come.
For more information, you will find attached the course program poster.
IFK-GUINEA 
OSu!!!
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Belgian Knockdown Championship 2024
Mar
23
10:00 AM10:00

Belgian Knockdown Championship 2024

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

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Mar
2
10:00 AM10:00

IFK Ireland Open Knockdown Tournament - March 2nd, Dublin, Ireland

The Irish Open Knockdown tournament hosted by the Irish Karate Kyokushinkai in conjunction with the Independent Kyokushin Karate Union (IKKU) will be held at Trinity College Sports Centre in the heart of historic Dublin on March 2nd 2024

Tournament – doors open at 9.30 am. The tournament begins at 11.00 am

Registration is via the Smoothcomp portal:

https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/12649

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Yerevan Open Cup 2023
Dec
23
10:00 AM10:00

Yerevan Open Cup 2023

On December 23, 2023, an international open tournament in Kumite and Kata will be held in Yerevan, Armenia. Participants of the competition will be divided into age and weight categories for boys and girls aged 6-7 years old, 8-9 years old, 10-11 years old, 12-13 year olds (juniors), 14 -15 year olds (juniors), 16–17 year olds (juniors) as well as men and women 18+years. Both Kumite and Kata participants will compete within their respective age groups.

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Nov
11
9:00 AM09:00

31st Annual American International Karate Championships

Registration for Shihan Monaco's 31st Annual American International Karate Championships (AIKC) in Holley, NY, this November, is NOW LIVE! 

It is the longest running Kyokushin event in North America.

Please visit: www.uskyokushin.com to find the registration link & all divisions & tournament/host hotel details.


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4th South America Kyokushin Karate Championship
Oct
28
10:00 AM10:00

4th South America Kyokushin Karate Championship

IFK Brazil has the pleasure to invite you and your team to the 4th South America Kyokushin Karate Championship (Knockdown rules).

Date: 28th October 2023

Place: CEU Vila Rubi on Rua Domingos Tarroso, 101, Vila Rubi – São Paulo- Brazil.

Registration deadline: August 28, 2023. The draw will be sent until September 28,

We ask the Country Representative/ Branch Chief/ President to send the entry form and documents to: ifkbrazil@gmail.com

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USA IFK Summer training camp 2023
Jul
21
to Jul 23

USA IFK Summer training camp 2023

USA IFK Summer Camp with Shihan Monaco

Register here: https://ifsc2023k.myuventex.com

*Each Registrant MUST order "Separate T Shirt/Size" For Each Person They Wish to Have a T-Shirt

Dates: Fri July 21-Sun July 23

Where: Gray Wolf Martial Arts, Holley, NY

What: Multiple Amazing Training Sessions in Kihon, Kata & Kumite including Basecamp sessions at Gray Wolf Martial Arts Dojo, Letchworth State Park Gorge Training Session and Beach Training!

Info: Full wknd pass, day passes, meal information and all registration/fees at the UVENTEX LINK ABOVE

Learn from Shihan Monaco, 8th Dan & President/Founder of the USA IFK, as well as the highest-ranking USA IFK teacher in North America!  Do not miss this amazing opportunity to strengthen your Kyokushin knowledge!

As Hanshi Arneil always said:

"It’s about the Karate! OSU!"

We look forward to greeting you at this amazing training weekend.

In Budo,

Shihan Monaco & Sensei Karl

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IFK Bulgaria Summer Camp 2023
Jul
1
to Jul 8

IFK Bulgaria Summer Camp 2023

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

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3rd IFK Open Balkan Kyokushin Championship
Jun
2
to Jun 4

3rd IFK Open Balkan Kyokushin Championship

The International Federation of Karate Turkey is pleased to invite fighters from your country to participate in our upcoming knockdown championship.

This competition is open to all Kyokushin organizations and has no entry restrictions. Competitors must represent their country and hold at least a 6th kyu (yellow belt) for adults and 21 categories, or an 8th kyu (blue belt) for 18 years old categories.

For more information about the conditions of participation, please visit the link provided here: OFFICIAL INVITATION

THE ENTRY CLOSING DATE IS SUNDAY 21ST MAY 2023

ORGANIZER Website: www.ifkturkey.com

Country Representative - Ismail Yildirim +447980758392 Email ismailyildirim1964@gmail.com

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Aruba Spring Kyokushin Camp 2023
May
18
to May 22

Aruba Spring Kyokushin Camp 2023

IFK Aruba and Tokon Dojo present the 2023 Aruba Spring Kyokushin Camp with main instructors Shihan Mike Monaco, 8th dan-President of the USA IFK, and Shihan Sean Schenker, 5th dan-Chairman of the USA-IFK.

The camp will take place between May 18th and 21st, 2023 in Aruba and is open to all dojos and all styles. For more information, please contact: ifkaruba@gmail.com

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