International Taekwon‑Do Federation
7 Jan 2025
We glad to inform you that the 39th National Taekwon‑do ITF Championship 2024” and 26th National Umpire Seminar and was held successfully from 27th to 29th DECEMBER 2024 at CAMPAL INDOOR STADIUM, PANJIM, GOA 460 participants from 16 STATEs of India took part in the event organized by “GOA TAEKWON‑DO FEDERATION” in association with “TAEKWON‑DO ASSOCIATION OF INDIA”. .The Championship…
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23 Dec 2024
This Saturday, December 21th, 2024 the National Governing Body of the DRC ITF, was celebrating the successful delivery of the international black belt certificates Dans. The delivery was directed by our NGB acting President Mr David Ntambwe Mbuyi. By the same order, some of our members received their Dan certificates and now are part of the great family level of the Original…
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21 Dec 2024
Today, the 21st day in December of 2024, my father passed away. He was 97. I only recently returned from Malaysia having spent time with him, talking about the early years of Taekwon‑Do in Malaysia, where he played an important role in the promotion of the art. We have lost a father, a grandfather and a great grandfather. We have also lost a pioneer. This tribute to my father is…
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19 Dec 2024
National Technical Seminar in Haiti was conducted by Master Etienne Roody 7 Dan, President of the Haitian International Taekwon‑Do Federation. Despite the ongoing violence between arm groups in the Western part of Haiti that prevent other participants from the event that was held in Cap-Haitien, North Haiti from 13th and 14th of December 2024. We still had a successfull and…
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13 Dec 2024
On December 13th, 2024, Master Hed Mohammad Shirzai, Hon-Life President of the All Afghanistan National Taekwondo Association ITF, met with His Excellency Dr. Hafizullah Wali Rahimi, the President of the Afghanistan National Olympic Committee (NOC), in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. During the productive meeting, Master Shirzai discussed the global progress of the original ITF Taekwon‑Do, as…
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9 Dec 2024
From 8th December – 9th December 2024 GM Gary Miller successfully conducted the official ITF International Instructor Course & International Technical Seminar in the Oxfordshire town of Didcot, England. ITF members from England, Netherlands, and Scotland attended and took the opportunity to learn and successfully graduate as ITF Instructors. Saturday involved practical (In Dobok)…
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4 Dec 2024
The ITF Taekwon‑Do World Cup in Tashkent showcased a thrilling display of skill and sportsmanship with 1,500 participants from across the globe. Among the largest contingents were teams from Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan, each demonstrating high levels of competition and team spirit. However, it was the smaller teams that stole the spotlight with their…
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3 Dec 2024
The Tunisian Taekwondo Committee recently hosted two pivotal training camps in Hammamet to enhance the skills of referees, coaches, and instructors across the country. These camps aimed to strengthen both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise, ensuring the continued growth and development of Taekwondo in Tunisia. Referee Training Camp Highlights Held on November 2–3, 2024, the…
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27 Nov 2024
On November 16-17, the international European Challenge Taekwon‑Do tournament Baltic Amber Cup 2024 took place at the Riga’s National Sport Arena in Riga, Latvia. Organized by the Latvian Taekwon‑Do Federation (LTF), this event once again proved its status as a beloved tradition for martial arts enthusiasts and those dedicated to a healthy lifestyle. This annual tournament has grown…
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12 Nov 2024
21st UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar concluded Successfully at Heriot-Watt University Dubai, on 26th October 2024. Total 95 students participated in different belts and Clubs. Seminar was 5 sections. The 1st section morning 9 to 10, 2nd section 10 to 1 pm, 3rd section 2.0 pm to 3.45 pm, 4th section 3.45 pm to 4.00pm(black belt ceremony) and 5th section is Games for Taekwon‑Do kids…
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22 Oct 2024
Technical seminar was organized on 20th Oct 2024 by the technical and education committee of All Afghanistan National Taekwon‑do Association ITF at one of AANTA's center (Niazi Training Hall Head Dojang) in Kabul. Prior to the training session and seminar Master Hed Mohammad Shirzai conducted a meeting with the senior instructors for the entire year program to include Seminars and…
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21 Oct 2024
3-6 Oct. 2024 «Kyrgyz ITF Taekwon‑Do Federation» (President Mr. Toktoev Rinat) successfully held the first tournament in the history of Kyrgyz ITF Taekwon‑Do via official ITF Online platform «ISCORE». About 500 athletes from Central Asia participated in this annual international tournament «RAMIS Cup». GM Prof. Yuri B. Kalashnikov, ITF Vice-president personally visited the event to…
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17 Oct 2024
International Technical Seminar 2024 conducted by GM. Raul H. Bonilla which took place in the Capital of San Salvador on September 28th and 29th, 2024. Participating a delegation from Honduras. We had the presence of the Deputy of the Legislative Assembly of the Republic of El Salvador, Licda. Diana Fuentes delivering the opening words of the event, cutting the ribbon. We also had the…
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15 Oct 2024
From the 12th – 13th October 2024 an ITF International Instructor Course and International Technical Seminar was held in Dublin, Ireland and conducted by Grandmaster Francis Barrett. Practitioners from R.I.T.A Schools around the country and some guests from overseas were in attendance. Assisted by Master John Jacob (VIII Degree) and Master Donal O’ Doherty (VIII Degree) Grandmaster…
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14 Oct 2024
On October 12-13, 2024, the ITF International Taekwon‑Do Technical Seminar took place in Słupsk, Poland. The conductor was the 9th degree Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong - chairman of the ITF Technical and Educational Committee. He was supported by Grand Master Wayne Brown, 8 Dan Master Sławomir Gruszczyński, 8 Dan Master Martin Zamecnik, 8 Dan Master James Kessler and 7Dan Master Dorine…
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18 Sep 2024
17 SEP, 2024 Kathmandu. The Nepal ITF Annual National General Meeting of the Nepal International Taekwon‑Do Federation as financial year BS 2080/81 was held in Kathmandu on 16 September, 2024. The Annual National General Meeting-2024 was held at Hotel Sampada Garden in Lajimpath, Kathmandu under the chairmanship of Prabin Kumar Karki and it’s inaugurated by Leader of Nepali…
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11 Sep 2024
The officials of Nepal International Taekwondo Federation has met with the President of the of Nepal Rt. Honorable Ram Chandra Paudel on 8 September, 2024 in office of the President of Nepal in Kathmandu. In that meeting, General Secretary of Nepal International Taekwon‑Do Federation Gham Bahadur Thapa Magar had described and kept his words regarding to the Taekwon‑Do game and it’s…
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31 Aug 2024
On August 29, 2024, the Tunisian National Taekwondo ITF Committee organized the first national championship in Sidi Bouzid, in southern Tunisia. A total of 452 male and female athletes participated across all categories, having qualified from a pool of 3,684 competitors who took part in the regional and provincial qualifiers held throughout the sports season. Additionally, 20 referees…
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30 Aug 2024
Hastings, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, 29 August— NZ ITF Taekwon‑Do Centre, led by Ben Evans, has been honored with the 3rd Place Finalist award for Social Enterprise of the Year in Hastings. The award recognizes the Centre’s outstanding work in the community, particularly its efforts to support individuals with disabilities, those from low socioeconomic backgrounds, and the provision of a…
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8 Aug 2024
Nepal ITF celebrated the 27th Anniversary The Nepal International Taekwondo Federation has Celebrated 27th Anniversary on 5, 6 and 7 August 2024 with various events blood donation programs at Red Cross society at Kathmandu, food feeding to elder citizens at Human Service Center, Bhaktapur. In the last day 7 August, Nepal ITF has honored to the Best Players, Best Coach and Best…
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18 Jul 2024
The celebration of "International day of sport for development and peace" on 13th July 2024, in the Stadium BAREA Mahamasina, Antananarivo the Capital of Madagascar. It was organized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MJS) and the World Health Organization (WHO). A solidarity Jogging with all leaders of Ministry of Youth and Sports, all Federations of Sports, all National Associations…
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16 Jul 2024
This tournament was developed with many successes since more than 300 competitors and more than 300 spectators participated, among them more than 80 competitors belonging to foreign delegations. Puerto Rico represented by the NGB Luis Datiz. Honduras represented by delegate Juan de Dios Salomón. El Salvador represented by Sara Johnson. Important authorities were present at the…
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11 Jul 2024
Story Report: 2nd NZ ITF International Taekwon‑Do Championships On June 24, 2024, the 2nd NZ ITF International Taekwon‑Do Championships took place at the Hastings Sports Centre, drawing an impressive 230 competitors from various countries, including Australia, Nepal, and Malaysia. The event was a spectacular showcase of talent, discipline, and inclusivity, featuring participants from…
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24 Jun 2024
The Memorial Service for the 22nd Anniversary of passing away of Gen Choi Hong Hi, the Founder of ITF & Taekwon‑Do was successfully held from 13th to 18th June, in Pyongyang, DPR Korea, the motherland of Taekwon‑Do. Participants were 124 people of Taekwon‑Do & Martial Art from 24 countries including ITF Vice-Presidents and EB members of ITF & IMGC. Over 200 Taekwon‑Doists of Grand…
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19 Jun 2024
The statue of General Choi Hong Hi has been successfully inaugurated at Ramechhap, Nepal an occasion of 22nd Anniversary of Passing away of General Choi Hong hi, founder of Taekwon‑Do on 15 Jun 2024. The statue of General Choi Hong Hi inaugurated by the Chief Guest Member Secretary of National Sports Council Mr. Tangka lal Ghising. In this occasion Mr. Anjan Dhamala, Board Member of…
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25 May 2024
International Technical Seminar & International Instructors Course hosted by the British Isles Taekwon‑Do Federation (BITF) was held on the 17th to 19th May in Helensburgh, Scotland, UK. Conducted by Grandmaster L Hutchison (BITF President, ITF EB Member, ITF Chairman Junior and Veterans Committee and IMG Great Britain President). This excellent event was organised and hosted by Mr…
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22 May 2024
Taekwon‑Do Self Diffidence Course for Girls has successfully Concluded at Syanja, Nepal . The Taekwon‑Do Self defense Course for Girls has successfully Concluded at Syanja, Nepal Organized by government institution Social Development Office Syangja and in collaboration with Nepal International Taekwondo Federation and District Police Office Syangja for two days self…
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20 May 2024
23rd ITF Taekwon‑Do National Championship-2024 has successfully concluded. 23rd ITF Taekwon‑Do National Championship-2024 has successfully concluded has successfully at Paribartan Municipality, Rolpa on May 11- 13, 2024. The Championship has been inaugurated by Dipendra Kumar Pun Magar, Hon’able Minister of Health Ministry of Lumbini Provicne Government and hosted by the Nepal…
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13 May 2024
Gathering in Kangerlussuaq, 9th to 13th of May 2024 There were 36 representatives from clubs' boards, coaches and committee members participated in this year's gathering which this year is the fourth of its kind. The headlines in this year's gathering were: * Evaluation of our strategy that runs from 2022 to 2025. * Being a coach and the coach's wishes. * Members - training methods,…
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9 May 2024
The “3rd UAE ITF International Invitational Taekwon‑Do Championships 2024” was held successfully on 27th April 2024 at Police Sports & Shooting Club Ajman – UAE 110 competitors from 5 Countries - UAE, INDIA, UZBEKISTAN, BENGLADESH and ETHIOPIA and more than 500 Parents & supporters gathered in Police Sports & Shooting Club Ajman – UAE for the 3rd UAE ITF Taekwon‑Do International…
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3 May 2024
The USOTO Miami Tournament and Congress, hosted by Mr. Freddy Gonzalez, unfolded as a testament to the vibrant spirit and unwavering dedication of the USOTO Taekwon‑Do family. This gathering transcended mere competition and education, embodying the essence of a close-knit family united by a shared passion for martial arts. The tournament segment of the event showcased the extraordinary…
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1 May 2024
1st ITF Taekwon‑Do “Mayor Cup” Pro. National Championship-2024 has successfully concluded. 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do “Mayor Cup” Pro. National Championship-2024 has successfully at Burtibang, Baglung on April 19-20, 2024. The Championship has been inaugurated by Honorable Devendra Paudel, representative of House as Chief guest and the event organized by the Bglung Taekwon‑Do Association,…
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28 Apr 2024
On April 6, 2024, the Riga Sports Arena played host to the traditional springtime event in Latvia Children & Youth Taekwon‑Do Games "Baltic Tiger 2024." In 2024 its 12th edition of Games organized by the Latvian Taekwon‑Do Federation under the guidance of the pioneer of Taekwon‑Do in the Baltic states, Master Vyacheslav Semenkov. This year, spectators were treated to the participation…
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27 Apr 2024
14th National President Cup Sports Championship-2081 has successfully concluded. 14th National President Cup Sports Championship-2081 has successfully concluded at Dasharath Stadium, Kathmandu on April 16-18, 2024. The Championship has been inaugurated by Rt. Honorable Ram Chandra Paudel as Chief guest and the event organized by the National Sports Council, Nepal. The ITF Taekwon‑Do…
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22 Apr 2024
745 competitors from 33 countries gathered in Koper – Capodistria, Slovenia for the EITF European Taekwon‑Do Championships 2024. More than 1200 overall participants attended this major continental event in Europe. Local organizing committee and EITF Tournament Committee have done amazing work to prepare for the European Championship and make it an unforgettable experience for all the…
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25 Mar 2024
The seminar continued like last year, combining modern physical training with traditional ITF Taekwon‑Do training. The goal is to create a balanced, functional body for the participants, which makes it easier to adopt and carry out updates of different techniques. The seminar was directed by Master Jean Feller, 8th dan. There were 50 participants, e.g. From Norway, Greece, Sweden,…
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25 Mar 2024
The 6th ITF Taekwon‑Do Koshi Provincial Taekwon‑Do Championship-2024 has successfully Concluded at Morang district of Koshi Provicne, Nepal on 22-23 March, 2024. The Championship was organized by the Koshi Province Taekwon‑Do Association and sponsored by the Koshi Province Sports Council. There are participated more than 300 competitors male and female from the all district of Koshi…
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20 Mar 2024
On the weekend of 16th & 17th March 2024, the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation hosted an ITF International Instructor Course conducted by Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong (9th Degree), chairman of the ITF Technical and Education Committee, with the help of his assistants and translators Master Martin Zamecnik (7th Degree) and Master Ondrej Vrabel (7th Degree). The course was streamed through…
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11 Mar 2024
The “11th Dubai Taekwon‑Do ITF National Championship 2024” was held successfully on 24th February 2024 at Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai Campus, International Academic City, Dubai. Over 150 participants and more than 500 Parents supporters from Different EMIRATES of UAE took part in the Championship. Individual Pattern, Individual Sparring and Special Technique are included…
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9 Mar 2024
Official ITF, International Technical Seminar (ITS) was held in Helsinki, 2nd -3rd of March 2024. This was the 2nd seminar whose conductor was Master Jean Feller, 8th dan from ITF Finland. 50 people participated in the seminar either physically or online. There were physically Black Belts from Greece, Sweden, Norway and Finland in Helsinki. There were also participants from other…
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8 Mar 2024
On March 2nd and 3rd, 2024, several activities were organized by Mr. Eulises Cruz, ITF AGB Representative and the Board of Directors of ANTID, Asociación Nacional de Taekwon‑Do ITF Dominicana, presided by Mr. Arsenio Marte. These activities were held in Santiago, Dominican Republic and conducted by Master Andres Huerta, 8th Dan. The activities started with a class conducted by me at…
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7 Mar 2024
Dear sisters and brothers in ITF Taekwon‑Do, On behalf of ITF women’s committee, I would like to inform you, our theme of International Women’s Day 2024: Inspire Inclusion. Our committee, dedicated to gender equality, aims to enhance our commitment to a supportive and inclusive environment. Engaging Initiatives: 1. Social Media Transformation (March 4 - 10): Let’s change our profile…
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22 Feb 2024
From 16th to 18th February 2024 the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation hosted the first ITF International Umpire Course of the year in Prague, Czechia. The course was conducted by Grand Master Gary Miller (9th Degree), chairman of the EITF Umpire and Tournament Committee, with the assistance of Master Emin Durakovic (8th Degree), member of the EITF Executive Board. The course was divided into…
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12 Feb 2024
As part of introducing the sport of Taekwondo ITF, especially in remote, rural, and distant areas away from the capital, the week from February 5 to 11, 2024 has been designated for traveling between the states of the republic and conducting ten training camps from the north to the south of the country, including 1600 players, most of whom are experiencing our sport for the first time.…
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12 Feb 2024
The International Taekwon‑Do Federation (ITF), headquartered in Vienna, Austria, today announced the launch of its Elo-Based iSCORE POWER INDEX, a pioneering official rating system designed to evaluate and rank performances across all five ITF disciplines. Developed in strict adherence to the articles of the ITF Regulation on ITF DB with the Integrated Online Platform, the new system…
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7 Feb 2024
Date: 7 FEB, 2024 The 8th ITF Taekwon‑Do Pro. National Championship-2024 has been successfully concluded at Khanda Devi, Ramechhap, Nepal on 2-3 FEB, 2024 There are participated 44 competitors male and female from the seventh province, Nepal Army, Nepal APF, Nepal Police and Organizer team. The championship inaugurated by Chief guest Gyan Kumar Shrestha, Chairman of the…
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1 Feb 2024
On the weekend of 27th & 28th January 2024, the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation held the first ITF International Technical Seminar of the year, conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong (9th Degree), chairman of the ITF Technical and Education Committee. This presented a unique opportunity to learn the original Taekwon‑Do for dedicated ITF members in all countries of the world. The…
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17 Jan 2024
The 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do POKHARA OPEN Invitational Championship 2023 has successfully Concluded at Pokhara Kaski, Nepal The 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do POKHARA OPEN Invitational Championship 2023 has successfully Concluded at Pokhara Kaski, Nepal . The championship was organized by the Anjuli Taekwon‑Do Dojang and promoted by Nepal International Taekwon‑Do Federation and Gandkai Province…
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17 Jan 2024
The 11th ITF Taekwon‑Do General Choi Memorial l Championship 2024 has successfully Concluded at Kathmandu, Nepal The 11th ITF Taekwon‑Do General Choi Memorial l Championship 2024 has successfully Concluded at Kathmandu, Nepal The championship was organized by the Kathmandu District Taekwon‑Do Association and promoted by Nepal International Taekwon‑Do Federation. The championship was…
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22 Dec 2023
Under the supervision of the Taekwon‑Do Federation of African, from 17th to 19th, Dec.2023, Tunisia ITF held a training seminar for coaches and umpires in the city of Sousse, Tunisia. This event saw the participation of 73 individuals from Tunisia, Libya, and Iraq. Concurrently, the regional teams from Tunisia and Libya, comprising 165 athletes, participated in a training camp. The…
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14 Dec 2023
The December National Seminar with Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong (9th Degree) has been a tradition for the members of the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation for decades. This year's seminar was organized by the Technical Committee in the small town of Velké Meziříčí. Although the weather was unusually cold last week, 104 participants from 25 schools found their way. The seminar itself was divided…
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14 Dec 2023
ITF Malaysia had the International Technical Seminar and International Instructor Course held successfully in Johor from 1st to 3rd December 2023. The seminars attracted approximately 40 senior black belt practitioners from Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines. The IIC examination and a senior grading was successfully concluded during the last day of the event.
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5 Dec 2023
In a significant development for the Iran ITF Taekwon‑Do Federation, a recent presidential election has ushered in a new era of leadership. Mr. Hassan Ghamgosar emerged victorious in the election, securing the position of the new president. He will now serve as the sole representative of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation in Iran. The founder of Iran ITF Taekwon‑Do Federation and…
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3 Dec 2023
The 1st Dhorpatan High Altitude Taekwon‑Do ITF Seminar has successfully Concluded at Dhorptan Hunting Reserve, Baglung, Nepal The 1st Dhorpatan High Altitude Taekwon‑Do ITF Seminar-2023 has successfully Concluded at Dhorptan Hunting Reserve, Baglung, Nepal. The seminar was organized by the Gandkai Province Taekwon‑Do Association and promoted by Nepal International Taekwon‑Do…
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18 Nov 2023
International Technical Seminar & International Instructors Course hosted by the British Isles Taekwon‑Do Federation (BITF) was held on the 3 rd to 5 th November, Hinckley, Leicestershire, UK. Conducted by Grandmaster L Hutchison (BITF President, ITF EB Member, ITF Chairman Junior & Veterans Committee, ITF Scotland President (joint) & IMG Great Britain President). This excellent event…
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15 Nov 2023
On 09th November – 13th November 2023, for the 105th anniversary of our Father Founder General Choi Hong Hi, Madagascar ITF Heng De held ITF International Technical Seminar , International Umpire Course, conducted by Master Jaren Phillips (7th Degree) ITF EB member,ITF Technical and Educations Committee Member, ITF Continental Technical Director, Africa ITF Deputy Chairman of Umpiring…
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8 Nov 2023
The Nepal ITF National Instructor and Technical Seminar-2023 successfully concluded at Biratnagar, Morang on 4-5 November, 2023. The event was hosted by Nepal International Takwon-Do Federation Koshi Provicne Taekwon‑Do Association under the Chairmanship of Mr. Prabin Kumar Karki, President of Nepal International Taekwon‑Do Federation. There was 265 ITF practitioner participated from…
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5 Nov 2023
This Sunday, November 5th, marked a standout moment for our Taekwon‑Do community at the National Taekwon‑Do Centre in Spreitenbach AG. We were joined by over 40 students, Black Belts and Instructors from Baden, Klein Döttingen, and Spreitenbach for an exceptional seminar focused on self-defense and technical skills, led by Master Zamecnik, 7th Dan from the Czech Republic. Kicking off…
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3 Nov 2023
19th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar concluded Successfully at Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai Campus, on 28th October 2023. Total 70 students participated in different belts and Clubs. Seminar was 3 sections. The 1st section morning 9 to 10, 2nd section 10 to 1 pm and 3rd section 2.0 pm to 4 pm. So we started morning 9 am Sharp. The seminar inaugurated & warm welcomed…
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25 Oct 2023
The 12th Baltic Amber Cup, held at the Riga Sports Arena on October 21-22, 2023, brought together a host of dedicated Taekwon‑Do practitioners from Latvia, Estonia, and Finland. This year, the tournament faced a unique challenge, with multiple international ITF Taekwon‑Do events occurring simultaneously in various European countries, including Belgium, Sweden, Serbia, Ireland, and…
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21 Oct 2023
In an extraordinary display of athleticism, inclusivity, and global unity, the 2nd Inclusive Taekwon‑Do World Championships and 1st NZ ITF International Open captured the hearts of Taekwon‑Do enthusiasts worldwide. This groundbreaking event, which took place on the 12th and 13th of October at the Mitre10 Sports Park Hastings, New Zealand, brought together 300 competitors from 20 diverse…
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14 Oct 2023
12 October, 2023/Kathmandu The Taekwon‑Do Technical Seminar has concluded in Nepal The Taekwon‑Do Technical Seminar has concluded has been successfully concluded in capital city of the Gulmi district on the October 7, 2023. The seminar is organized by the Gulmi District Taekwon‑Do Association and cooperated by the Lumbini Province Taekwon‑Do Association. There are 123 students…
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7 Oct 2023
Master Frank Diaz, member of ITF Tournament Committee, organised the official ITF Umpire Course in Los Barrios, Spain, conducted by Chairman of EITF Tournament and Umpire Committee GM Gary Miller from 6th – 7th October 2023. The course was attended by ITF members from Spain, Greece, Cyprus, England, Wales, Ireland, Moldova and Belgium. All aspects of ITF Competition were covered,…
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5 Oct 2023
From September 29th to October 1st, 2023, the capital of Latvia, Riga, became the center of the ITF Taekwon‑Do world, hosting an EITF North International Umpires Course under the guidance of the distinguished Grandmaster Gary Miller from England, Chairman of the Referee Committee of the European International Taekwon‑Do Federation (EITF), with the patronage of the International…
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27 Sep 2023
On September 27, 2023, the governor of the Province of Santiago del Estero, Dr. Gerardo Zamora, received at the government house the Santiago del Estero World Cup players who had an extraordinary participation in the ITF Word Championship in Astana, which placed the Argentine Taekwon‑Do among the world powers. On the occasion, GM Osvaldo Ríos Olivero, expressed to the Governor the…
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22 Sep 2023
Date : 22 September, 2023 The 7th General Congress of Nepal ITF has been successfully Concluded at Pokhara m, Kaski. The 7th Nepal ITF General Congress was held on September 4, 2023, in Pokhara, Kaski, Gandkai Province. The new Executive Committee of Nepal itf has been elected by the 7th General Congress of Nepal ITF for four year term. There are participated 122 representatives from…
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19 Sep 2023
The 1st Edition of the End of the World Kwan Gold Cup was carried out with complete success between September 15 and 16, in the southernmost province of Argentina and America - Rio Grande-Tierra del Fuego. Competitors from many Argentine provinces were present, giving it color and a high technical level. The opening ceremony was attended by the Government and Sports authorities along…
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17 Sep 2023
The UK Taekwon‑Do Association conducted a National Technical Seminar & Black Belt Grading in Moray Sports Centre, Elgin, Scotland from 15th-17th September 2023. The Seminar was conducted by UKTA President GM John Williamson of Scotland, ITF Wales President GM John Taylor, and Chairman of the EITF Umpire/Tournament Committee GM Miller of England. Our very special guest was EITF President…
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15 Aug 2023
The ITF Technical Seminar and Umpire Refresh Course -2023 has successfully concluded in Tansen, Palpa on August 12, 2023. There are participated 213 participants from the 11 Dojang and the program is inaugurated by Deputy Meyor of Tansen Municipality Mrs Pratiksha Singjali. The program had run under the chairmanship of Nir Bahadur Saru and Seminar Conducted by Gham Bahadur Thapa…
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10 Jul 2023
The 13th Junior National ITF Taekwondo Championship took place in Gatthaghar, Bhaktapur, Nepal on the 30th of June 2023 and 1st of July 2023 organized by Bhaktapur ITF Taekwondo Association. The championship showcased the skills and talents of young taekwondo practitioners from across the country. The event was graced by esteemed guests, including Mr. Tankalal Ghising, Secretary General…
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8 Jul 2023
On Sunday, July 2, 2023, we successfully celebrated our IV ANTID 2023 Champions Cup International Tournament. We are very grateful to everyone who made our event possible. Sponsors: Haydée Fadul, La Sanjuanera, Colmado Fernández, Solola's, La Fabril, CORPESA Investment Center, Yaca, La Altagracia Cooperative, Confecciones Bernabel, ASOKASA Santiago Karate Association. To all…
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21 Jun 2023
Date: 21 Jun 2023 The 3rd ITF Taekwon‑Do Gandaki Provincial Championship and 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do Kaski District Championship-2023 has been successfully concluded at Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal There are participated 350 ITF players and coaches and 25 Umpires for the District and provincial championship. The championship inaugurated by Chief guest Hon’able Dig Bahadur Limbu, Minister of…
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15 Jun 2023
In loving memory of the Founder of Taekwon‑Do, we celebrate the life lived by our beloved General Choi Hong Hi and all he achieved in his lifetime. May his legacy continue to serve the many millions of people globally through his moral precepts and foundation left behind. https://www.itf-tkd.org/api/download-newsletter/39f611d8-c3a4-4024-b03b-3068a20d6745
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2 Jun 2023
The 32nd North & East India Taekwon‑Do ITF Championships were successfully concluded at the Tiger Groove Resort in Uttarakhand from the 25th to the 27th of May 2023. 334 participants including officials from 7 states of India took part in the event.
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30 May 2023
After a forced 4-year break, a regular ITF International Technical Seminar (ITS) conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong 9th Degree was finally held again in Prague, Czechia. The English translation for foreign participants was provided by Masters Martin Zamecnik 7th Degree and Ondrej Vrabel 7th Degree. There were over 50 participants in attendance, mainly from Czechia, but also from…
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25 May 2023
As of May 25, the Championship began, with the participation of 48 children's categories, in Tul and Sparring, Gup Youth a total of 44 categories, in Tul and Sparring, Youth categories black belt 18 categories in Tul and Sparring and the senior category 14 categories of Tul and Sparring and 2 categories of veterans and 2 categories of special techniques and 2 categories of power…
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17 May 2023
Official report International Technical Seminar with GM Tan Chek Si, Senior Grading and ITFPTI Congress 2023. Taking place from May 12-15, 2023 in Las Piñas, Philippines, the ITF Pilipinas Taekwon‑Do (NGB Philippines) has organized the Annual ITS, Senior Grading and Congress 2023. Events were conducted by GM Tan Chek Si, VP Asian Taekwon‑Do Federation with Special participation of…
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9 May 2023
On the weekend of 6th and 7th May 2023, at the request of the ITF, a special online technical course focused on the proper and uniform execution of techniques in competitions, particularly in patterns, special techniques and power breaking events, was held to avoid confusions and disruptions among the athletes and umpires in technical matters. The course was conducted by Grand Master…
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1 May 2023
On Saturday, April 15, 2023, the Dominican National Taekwon‑do Association ITF ANTID successfully held the 3rd International Combat Seminar led by World Champion Julio Peralta from the United States. This seminar began with a prayer by the instructor Ivet Ureña V Dan, then continued with the welcoming words by the NGB president of ANTID, Eng. Máximo Boitel IV Dan. Then continued with…
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27 Apr 2023
The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace has been celebrated on 23rd April 2023 in Antananrivo Madagascar. This event was hosted by Ministry of Youth and Sport, the World Health Organization and urban commune of Antananarivo. All ITF Bodies in Madagascar have been present in the event. Many ministries,militaries and federations of sports(Football, Martial arts, athletism…
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13 Apr 2023
On 30th March - 3rd April 2023, Madagascar ITF Dojang Heng De held ITF International Technical Seminar , conducted by Master Jaren Phillips (7th Degree) ITF EB member,ITF Technical and Educations Committee Member, ITF Continental Technical Director, Africa ITF Deputy Chairman of Umpiring Committee, Africa TFA Senior Vice President and ITSA President with Translator and assistant Sabum…
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3 Apr 2023
On Wednesday March 15, Mr. Jose Montero,USOTO President, visited the ITF HQ., in Vienna, Austria. During the meeting with President Ri Yong Son, a few topics like organizing International events for the years to come were discussed,as well as the growth of Taekwon‑Do ITF in United Sates under USOTO organizzation. The meeting was very productive and Mr. Montero had an excellent…
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3 Apr 2023
On the first weekend March 2023, the United Kingdom Taekwon‑Do Association held its first National Technical Seminar and Black Belt Grading of 2023. The event hosted in Cardiff by Mr Darren Johns VI was well supported with over 100 students from Scotland, England and Wales. Grand Master’s John Williamson, Michael Prewett, John Taylor and Gary Miller covered all aspects of Taekwon‑Do…
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31 Mar 2023
On the weekend of 25th & 26th March 2023, the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation held an ITF International Instructor Course, conducted by Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong (9th Degree), chairman of the ITF Technical and Education Committee and ITF Senior Vice President, with the help of his assistants and translators Master Martin Zamecnik (7th Degree) and Master Ondrej Vrabel (7th Degree).…
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22 Mar 2023
International Technical Seminar and International Instructor Course took place in Thessaloniki, Greece from 17-19 Mar. 2023 by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong under management of Athletic Taekwon‑Do Federation of Hellas with 41 participants in attendance Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong visited Thessaloniki to give an International Technical Seminar and International Instructor Course.…
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20 Mar 2023
We were greeted by the ITF Tunisia president, Mr. Mohamed Hammami, the ITF Tunisia Vice-President, Mr. Choukri Snoussi and Mr. Issam Mahmoudi from the Organizing Committee. We were driven straight to our hotel which was located in Tunis City. On 16th March, There has been held the International Umpire Seminar with the assistance of Mr. Nadir Ait Makhroub, ATF Chairman of the Umpire…
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18 Mar 2023
The 1st Central Asian ITF Taekwon‑Do Championships which took place from 16-19 of March, 2023, at the Yunus Abad Sports Complex in the Uzbek Capital City of Tashkent last week has become an event of the profound importance for the development of the ITF Taekwon‑Do not only in the Central Asia but in the Asian region as a whole. The top-class international tournament, organized by the…
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11 Mar 2023
From March 3rd to March 5th, in Toronto, Canada, our Founder General Choi Hong Hi's second home, we had the honor to host an International Instructors Course. The IIC was conducted by PTC President, GM Osvaldo Rios Olivero and assisted by Master Hugo Andres Huerta. There were participants from USA, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Canada. This excellent event was organized and hosted by Master…
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8 Mar 2023
ITF WOMEN’S COMMITTEE WISH YOU ALL PEACE, LOVE, FREEDOM, GOOD HEALTH AND INDOMITABLE SPIRIT. AS STRONG AND COMPASSIONATE WOMEN OF THE WORLD, WE STAND IN UNITY FOR THE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION OF HUMANITY, OUR CHILDREN AND MOTHER EARTH, TAEKWON ITF WOMEN’S COMMITTEE
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4 Mar 2023
10th Dubai Taekwon‑Do ITF National Championship 2023 The “10th Dubai Taekwon‑Do ITF National Championship 2023” was held successfully on 04th MARCH 2023 at Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai Campus, International Academic City, Dubai. Over 135 participants and 120 Parents from Different EMIRATES of UAE took part in the Championship. Sparring, Special Technique and Group Training…
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10 Feb 2023
In our country, from January 14, 2023 and January 15, 2023 the exciting Taekwon‑Do competitions were organized by the Abyssinia International Taekwon‑Do Association. It was successfully ended with the many ITF members in attendance with enthusiasm. There was an awarding ceremony where the members of Abyssinia International Taekwon‑Do Association awarded ITF Dan certificates in pride.…
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6 Feb 2023
From January 27th through January 29th, a MasterClass was held in Miami, Florida, USA. This is the 4th MasterClass hosted by Master Hugo Andres Huerta, 8th Dan, and assisted by Mr. Julio Peralta, 6th Dan, from New York. We had over 80 members participating including 23 Black Belts. Members came from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Texas and Florida. We had 12 hours of training…
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30 Jan 2023
This past Sunday, January 29, 2023, the National Association of Taekwon‑do ITF ANTID carried out with great success the first event organization workshop and central referee by the director of judges José Eulises Cruz black belt VI Dan. This workshop began with a prayer by the instructor Ivet Ureña V Dan, then continued with the welcoming words of the president of the NGB of ANTID, Ing.…
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27 Jan 2023
Official ITF International Technical Seminar (ITS) was held in Finland on the 20th and 21st of January 2023, conducted for the very first time by Finland’s own Master Jean Feller (8th degree). The seminar marked the 20th anniversary of ITF Finland, and was held in Helsinki and broadcast online via Zoom, all over the World. The topic of the weekend was body mobility and deep core…
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17 Jan 2023
On the weekend of 14th & 15th January 2023, the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation held the first ITF International Technical Seminar of the year, conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong (9th Degree), chairman of the ITF Technical and Education Committee and ITF Senior Vice President, with the help of his assistants and translators Master Martin Zamecnik (7th Degree) and Master Ondrej Vrabel …
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30 Dec 2022
The 37th National Taekwon‑do ITF Championship 2022” and 24th National Umpire Seminar was held successfully from 27th to 30th DECEMBER 2022 at THYAGRAJ INDOOR STADIUM, NEW DELHI Over 1000 participants from 25 STATEs of India took part in the event which was organized by “TAEKWON‑DO FEDERATION OF DELHI”.
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28 Dec 2022
Dear Taekwon‑Do family members, Greeting the hopeful New Year 2023, I, on behalf of the ITF, would like to send my best wishes for a very Happy, Prosperous & Healthy New Year to all members of ITF family. Despite the persistent world health crisis which has been threatening the lives of humanity, we have moved steadfast forward in developing the Original Taekwon‑Do in 2022 thanks to the…
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21 Dec 2022
On the weekend of 10th & 11th December 2022 the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation commemorated the 100th day of passing of Mr Marek Lazor, its former president. On Saturday, a full-day national seminar conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong and attended by 121 masters, instructors, black and red belts from all over Czechia was held in Brno, the capital city of Moravia. During the whole event…
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17 Dec 2022
A wonderful weekend on December 10-11, 2022 was celebrated with participation of more than 150 Taekwon‑Do practitioners from The United States of America, Honduras, Mongolia, and Puerto-Rico including the helping team from Ocala Taekwon‑Do Academy to have another successful event. A great technical seminar conducted by Master Hed Mohammad Shirzai organized by The United States Official…
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15 Dec 2022
In Decemer this year, Minsk the capital of city of Belarus , hosted the VIII ITF Taekwon‑Do Open Cup of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), organized by the Belarus League of Taekwon‑Do under it’s founding Chairman Mr. Vyacheslau Berzhets. During the last 8 years, under the tremendous supports and the unwavering advocacies of the ITF members across the globe, this…
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4 Dec 2022
ITF Malaysia had the International Technical Seminar & International Instructor Course held on 2-4 December. As usual, in ITF Malaysia, only those taking their senior Dans gradings were allow to participate. There was a senior Dan grading after the seminars. The whole 3 days atmosphere were filled with high team spirits, full of determinations and great attitudes among all the…
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30 Nov 2022
In accordance with the Republican calendar plan for 2022 of the Ministry of Sports Development of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Taekwon‑Do ITF Cup among youth, teenagers and adults was held on November 24-27 at the "Yunusabad Sports Complex" in Tashkent. At the cup, athletes competed in Taekwon‑Do ITF personal massage, team massage, personal tul, cell defense. Under the leadership of…
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22 Nov 2022
The Philippines recently concluded its 1st ITFPTI Taekwon‑Do Cup, which was attended by 10 schools from across the Philippines. over 100+ students were in attendance during the event. The Philippines has also awarded the first 4 Plaques for recognized instructors.
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22 Nov 2022
The Philippine NGB had concluded 2 Mass Training events for colored belts and clackbelts from starting from August 13th and October 6th this was attended by more than 100+ students from across the schools represented by each dojang. The event was sactioned by the City Government of GMA Cavite Philippines and was attended by Instructors from across the Philippines.
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16 Nov 2022
Under the auspices of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation ITF, the Tunisian Committee which is active within the Tunisian Federation for Sport and Work, organized an international course under the supervision of Master Frank Diaz, in the Atrium Hotel in Hammamet, from 04 to 06 November 2022. 100 coaches and referees from Tunisia, Algeria, Libya and Iraq participated in the course.…
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15 Nov 2022
On the occasion of the 104th birthday of Gen. Choi Hong Hi, the Founder of Taekwon‑Do & the First President of ITF, Mr. Kim Hyong Rak, the ITF Secretary General, GM Kim Ung Chol, the Chairman of ITF Tournament Committee, the members of Korean Taekwon‑Do Committee and the Taekwon‑Do coaches & athletes visited the Patriotic Martyrs Cemetery on 9th Nov, 2022. They presented the bouquets of…
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15 Nov 2022
17th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar concluded Successfully at Amity University Dubai Campus, on 12th November 2022. Total 55 students participated in different belts and Clubs. Seminar was 2 sections. The 1st section morning 9 to 1 pm and 2nd section 2.30 pm to 6 pm. So we started morning 9 am Sharp. The seminar inaugurated & warm welcomed all Mr.Saeed Al Rayhi-President UAE ITF…
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3 Nov 2022
On October 15th-16th, the International Taekwon‑do tournament of the European Challenge "Baltic Amber Cup 2022", organized by the Latvian Taekwon‑do Federation, took place in the Riga National Sports arena. The Baltic Amber Cup in Latvia has long traditions, which started in 2003, and this year the cup is being held for the 11th time. This year, athletes from 6 countries of the Baltic…
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11 Oct 2022
The first ITF World Cup Taekwon‑Do Games in a huge success The World Cup Taekwon‑Do Games have first ever successfully been held in Santiago del Estero Argentina, from 3rd to 10th Oct. 2022. This event will remain in the great history of the ITF, since it had an EXPECTACULAR development from Start to Finish, where nothing was missing according to the standards of the Championships of…
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4 Oct 2022
This Saturday, October 1, 2022, the National Association of Taekwon‑do Dominican ITF ANTID, was celebrating the delivery of the international certificate for Danes. Said delivery was directed by our NBG president José Eulises Cruz, secretary Enemencio Peña and member Máximo Boitel. In the same order, part of our members received their certificates of danes at the international level in…
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27 Sep 2022
From September 16th through September 18th, several historic activities took place in Guayaquil, Ecuador. First, Senior Master Hugo Andres Huerta, who introduced Taekwon‑Do ITF in Ecuador in 2018, through Mr. Edward Diaz, presented to Mr. Diaz and the Ecuatorian Taekwon‑Do Association its Offiical Plaque. From January 2018 to the present day, Senior Master Huerta and Mr. Diaz have been…
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26 Sep 2022
The Cyprus Taekwon‑do Federation hosted an International Technical Seminar & International Instructor Course from September 2 to September 4, 2022, in Limassol Cyprus, with GM Hwang Ho Yong. 24 instructors and students from Cyprus, UK, Czechia, Norway, Israel and the Netherlands participated in the International Technical Seminar. For the International Instructor course, we had 10…
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30 Aug 2022
Thanks to all the participants, parents, instructors, judges, teachers, delegation from the United States, Haiti, Dominican Republic and the ANTID team, for making this event a reality. Last Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7, 2022, the Dominican ITF National Taekwon‑do Association ANTID, a member of the International Taekwon‑do Federation led by its president RI Yong Son,…
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23 Aug 2022
The Tunisian Taekwondo Committee ITF organized a special technical training, from July 29 to 31, 2022 in Sousse, with the participation of 63 coaches and referees from Tunisia, Algeria and Libya. The program included training, sparing and arbitration. At the end a theoretical test was conducted in coordination with Mr. Nadir Ait Makhrob. Participation certificates, certificates of honor…
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13 Aug 2022
I am glad to inform you that “25th Anniversary of Nepal ITF '' was successfully held at Pokhara multi Sports covered hall Kaski from 6th August to 7th August 2022. First day of 6th August we provided food for 70 elders people who were very poor and disable people staying together in one house name “Manav Sewa Ashram”. Mr. Dinesh Budha Magar from Nepal Army and Mrs. Rubika Khadka …
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10 Aug 2022
GM Michael Prewett, the President of EITF, Master Mario Bogdanov, the ITF Vice President, Master Vergiliy Sitnilski, the member of ITF Tournament Committee, and Mr. Anton Archipov, the ITF Data Protection Officer, paid a visit the ITF HQ on 9th Aug. 2022. They had an audience with the ITF President and discussed on several agendas which had been considered the crucial issues to further…
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4 Jul 2022
16th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar & Black Belt Exam concluded Successfully at MovenPick Hotel and Apartments Bur Dubai, on 2nd July 2022. Total 52 students participated in different belts. We did the seminar and Black Belt Exam 3 sections. The 1st section morning 9 to 1 pm for Green Belt and above, 2nd section 2 pm to 4 pm for Red Belt and above and 3rd section after 4 pm Black…
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4 Jul 2022
On Saturday, July 2nd, the Official Chilean NGB, its Members and its Federations (Fetrech – Fechitat), started their training sessions at the Olympic Training Center in Santiago de Chile. This inaugural session from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm had members from the entire country. The session was overseen by Senior Master Hugo Huerta, President of the Chilean NGB and Fetrech and by Master Osvaldo…
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20 Jun 2022
The Extraordinary ITF EB Meeting was held remotely by video conference on 18th Jun. this year. Present at the meeting were the ITF EB Members together with the invited NGB Representatives from Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, India, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan who had submitted their official applications for the 22nd ITF Taekwon‑Do World Championships to be held in next year 2023. At the…
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25 May 2022
Hereby we proudly announce the 5th anniversary of the foundation of the United States Official Taekwon‑Do Organization USOTO. During an online meeting on May 22, 2022 between the directors and selected outstanding instructors and students of our organization, we celebrated the 5th anniversary of the foundation of our organization. After salud and bowing to our masters, we remembered…
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13 May 2022
On 12th May 2022, the President of the Republic of Croatia Zoran Milanović received a delegation of the Croatian Traditional ITF Taekwon‑Do Federation and athletes, national team members who competed at the European Championship in Traditional ITF Taekwon‑Do, held in Poreč, Croatia at the end of March this year. At the meeting, the representatives of the ITF Taekwon‑Do Federation…
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8 May 2022
Due to the great interest last year, the International Taekwondo Federation has also allowed the Czech Taekwon‑Do ITF to hold the ITF International Instructor Course online again in 2022. The course was personally led by Korean Grand Master, Prof. Hwang Ho Yong (9th dan), Chairman of the ITF Technical and Educational Committee, together with his assistants, Master Martin Zámečník and…
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26 Apr 2022
Master RACHANA CHOURASIA RAJENDRAN, 8th Dan Black Belt, THE Secretary General of Taekwon‑Do Association of India, was felicitated with AWARD of “BHARAT GAURAV SAMMAN" at “AAZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV & 75th year of Indian Independence” held on 22 April 2022 at HOUSE OF LORDS, PARLIAMENT OF THE UNITED KINGDOM in LONDON, by MEENAKSHI LEKHI, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and…
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26 Apr 2022
The 67th anniversary of Taekwon‑Do was celebrated by many members of "Taekwon‑Do Association of India" at various states of India and everyone pladged to make this world a peaceful place to live in as per the oath of Taekwon‑Do. The members of Karnataka also gave food and presented a demonstration in the School of Disabled under the leadership of Master Pradeep Janardhana at Bangalore.
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20 Apr 2022
“Mangyongdae Prize” National Martial Arts Championship in celebration of the Sun’s Day On the occasion of the Sun’s Day, the “Mangyongdae Prize” National Martial Arts Championship was held from 8th to 18th April,2022 in Pyongyang, DPR Korea. Over 60 events of several disciplines such as Taekwon‑Do, Wushu, Paduk were organized in the Championship and more than 600 male & female athletes…
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19 Apr 2022
The Mongolian International Taekwon‑Do Federation has successfully organized the 27th National Taekwon‑Do ITF Championships on April 11-13, 2022 which was held in Ulaanbaatar. There were 565 athletes participating in the Championships from 21 clubs who competed in 5 events. Also, the 67th Taekwondo birth anniversary was celebrated at the first day of the championships. Furthermore, the…
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15 Apr 2022
Also in 2022, the International Taekwondo Federation has allowed the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation ITF to hold an online ITF International Technical Seminar. The leadership of the seminar was once again taken personally by the Korean Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong, together with his assistants, Master Martin Zamecnik and Master Ondrej Vrabel. The actual two-day seminar then took place…
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11 Apr 2022
The International Umpire Course ended in success. It was broadcast live via YouTube and those from Chile, Morocco, Spain, USA, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Argentina, and others who joined at the last minute. A special greeting and thanks to Grand Master Michael Prewett for his contribution and professional dedication to this sporting phase of Original Taekwon‑do. Thanks…
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29 Mar 2022
-This Sunday, March 27, 2022, the ITF Dominican National Taekwon‑do Association ANTID successfully concluded its combat seminary, led by the world champion Julio Peralta VI Dan. -More than 50 participants from all over the country participated in this seminary. -Our seminary began at 10:00 am with the formation of the participants, then we greeted the world champion Julio Peralta. …
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23 Mar 2022
A Giant Leap to an upper realm of Taekwon‑Do in IRAN Iran ITF Taekwon‑Do Association, established 2006, after more than 30 years of the time that ITF Taekwon‑Do had been fade out of the known martial arts in IRAN. After about 2 years of correspondences and with ITF HQ, a group of Iranian Taekwon‑Do lovers been successful to form Iran ITF Taekwon‑Do Association and receiving the ITF HQ…
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19 Mar 2022
The ITF Executive Board Meeting was held remotely by video conference on 19th Mar. 2022. President RI Yong Son welcomed the participants and presented his greetings & congratulations to all ITF members through the participants on the occasion of the 56th Anniversary of ITF Foundation. The meeting was attended by the EB members and some relevant personnel invited. The participants have…
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15 Mar 2022
The UK Taekwon‑Do Association, celebrating its 55th anniversary, conducted a National Seminar & Black Belt Grading in Moray Sports Centre, Elgin, Scotland from 4th–6th March 2022. The Seminar was conducted by UKTA President GM John Williamson of Scotland, ITF Wales President GM John Taylor, and EITF Umpire Committee member GM Gary Miller of England. All 24 patterns were practiced and…
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8 Mar 2022
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2022 the ITF Women’s Committee presents a collage of photos of ITF women across the world. Each female practitioner is shown in dobok to represent our strength, friendship, connection and indomitable spirit in the art we love. We then reveal a different part of our lives showing our service to our communities and the many talents we bring to…
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7 Mar 2022
2022 ITF Taekwondo Championship of Uzbekistan among juniors was held on March 5-6 at the Yunusabad Sports Complex in Tashkent. At the championship, participants competed in the ITF's individual and Team Tournaments. Having been organized by the Ministry of Sports Development and the National Taekwondo Association of Uzbekistan, more than 1,500 athletes from all over the country competed…
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7 Mar 2022
The first International Technical Seminar & International Instructors Course to be hosted by the British Isles Taekwon‑Do Federation (BITF) was held on the 25th to 27th February 2022 in Fife, Scotland, UK. Conducted by Grandmaster L Hutchison (BITF President, ITF EB Member, ITF Chairman Junior & Veterans Committee, EITF Vice President, EITF EB Member & Scotland ITF President).…
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2 Mar 2022
Today, March 2, 2022 - Marion County, the government of Ocala, was recognized by the International Taekwon‑Do Federation and the Pan American Taekwon‑Do Council - PTC. In this sense, the President of the PTC GM Ing. Osvaldo Ríos Olivero Together with the President of the NGB ITF of the USA - USOTO José Montero, awarded the ITF Honorary Dan Certificate to the Commissioner of Marion…
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28 Feb 2022
The International Instructor Course & International Technical Seminar, was carried out in a total success between February 25, 26 and 27, 2022, at the Webber Center in the city of Ocala - Florida - USA, organized by the USOTO, USA NGB in that city in charge of the Sab. Joseph Montero. This IIC & ITF Seminar, which was declared of interest by the government authorities, for which they…
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21 Feb 2022
Today, 02/20/2022, the ITF Taekwon‑do Teaching Methodology Workshop was successfully held, taught by Magister and Instructor VI Dan José Eulises Cruz. The National Association of Dominican ITF Taekwon‑do ANTID, thanks all the participants for the support they gave us so that this workshop was carried out successfully to continue working for a better ITF Taekwon‑do in the Dominican…
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7 Feb 2022
From 2 to 6 of February, 2022, the Russian Taekwon‑Do (ITF) Federation successfully completed the ITF Taekwon‑Do Russian National Championships in Sochi, Russia. The Russian Taekwon‑Do (ITF) Federation Tournament Committee fully managed the event through the ITF Integrated Platform. The City of Sochi hosted 1344 participants, including 1060 athletes competing on 8 Dojangs, 200 Coaches…
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5 Feb 2022
The ITF Dominican National Taekwon‑do Association ANTID carries out its first activity of the year 2022, with a national course for corner judges, with the support of more than 30 participants, led by Mr. Lenin Moronta, Director of judges of the association . This workshop is divided into 3 modules, treating in the first module: - The integrity of the judges. - The discipline, ethics…
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22 Jan 2022
Due to covid-19 and restrictions in Greenland, it was not possible for the Greenland Taekwon‑Do Federation to hold the national championships in 2020 and 2021. However, we are grateful that the ITF has given us the opportunity for an online pattern challenge which we arranged in November 2020. It was an extraordinary experience for all of us. Instead of championships, it was possible…
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18 Jan 2022
The Seminar was conducted by Abisiniya International Taekwon‑Do Association (Master Aklilu Teka as its representative) and Sabum Lema Raya(on trip from USA) at Juventus Club, in Addis Ababa from 13th Jan- 16th Jan, 2022 for 4 days. There attended 250 colore belt students and 210 black belt hoder. In this Seminar, the students have learnt a lot of experience and knowledge sharing…
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2 Jan 2022
Watch the New Year greetings from ITF President Prof. Ri Yong Son for the New Year 2022.
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31 Dec 2021
This Saturday, December 11, 2021 we celebrated together the ANTID executive committee led by our president José Eulises Cruz, vice president Shariel Hidalgo, secretary Enemencio Peña, treasurer Yoenny Abreu, member Ivette Ureña, Máximo Boitel and Edgar Santos and other black belts. On this occasion we celebrate our second anniversary of the founding of the National Association of…
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26 Dec 2021
An international technical seminar was held on 3-5 December 2021 in Johor Malaysia, organised by International Taekwon‑Do Federation Malaysia. It was conducted by GM Tan Chek Si with the assistances of GM Mohd Azwan Khoo, GM Tan Eng Kiat and Master Lee Sock Cheng. A topic. "Anti-Doping In Sport" was included and presented by Master Lee Sock Cheng. There was a senior gradings after…
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22 Dec 2021
Dear ITF members, Thank you for your support in 2021. We end this year with a grateful heart. And wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and blessed New Year 2022. Prof. Ri Yong Son President International Taekwon‑Do Federation
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6 Dec 2021
On November 27, 2021, UNFPA and the National Taekwon‑Do and Kickboxing Federation of Tajikistan hosted an event under the Global Campaign "16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence ", which is held annually around the world from November 25 to December 11. Over 180 people participated in the event, including young athletes and their parents, representatives of the National…
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30 Nov 2021
On 27-28, Nov.2021, the Uzbek Taekwon‑Do ITF Cup Uzbekistan among juniors, youth and adults was held at the Yunusabad sports complex in Tashkent. More than 51 thousand Taekwon‑Do fighters are currently practicing in Uzbekistan, Taekwon‑Do ITF ranks first in Uzbekistan. More than 2,500 athletes attended competitions for the title by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of…
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