World Karate Federation (WKF)

50 years of history, passion and commitment to Karate. 🇩🇪🥋 The German Karate Federation celebrated its 50th anniversary in Frankfurt during the 2026 EKF Senior Championships, bringing together key figures of European and World Karate to honour this important milestone. Read the full story on wkf.net: https://lnkd.in/dEk8Mrqp #KarateFrankfurt2026 #TheWorldIsOurDojo #Karate

🌍🥋 Karate takes a stand for the planet. In 2022, the World Karate Federation launched the #GreenKarate project as part of its commitment to promoting more sustainable practices across the sport. Together with WKF Approved partners worldwide, the initiative continues driving the development and use of equipment made with recycled materials. Swipe to discover more 👉 #Karate #TheWorldIsOurDojo

The next generation of karate takes the stage in Manila. 🇵🇭 The Karate One Youth League Manila 2026 will take place from May 14 to 17, bringing together more than 800 young athletes from over 55 countries. As one of the leading international events for youth karate, the Karate One Youth League continues to provide young karatekas with valuable international experience and an important platform for development and growth within the sport. Four days of competition, learning, and international exchange await in Manila. 🥋 #KarateOne2026 #YouthLeagueManila2026

The World Karate Federation is stepping up its commitment to social impact through a major global agreement with SOS Children's Villages International, aimed at supporting youth development through karate. 🤝   Set to launch in 2026 across four continents, the initiative will promote the core values of karate, discipline, inclusion, resilience, and personal growth through structured training for children and adolescents living in SOS Children's Villages in El Salvador, Georgia, Latvia, Philippines, Poland, Romania, Senegal and Switzerland.   This partnership further reinforces WKF’s contribution to society, complementing existing initiatives such as #GuardianGirlsKarate, Sport for #OneHumanity, and #GreenKarate. 🗞️ Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/dq_RtRV5 #TheWorldIsOurDojo #Karate Aldeas Infantiles SOS en El Salvador, SOS bērnu ciemati Latvijā, SOS-Kinderdorf Schweiz | SOS Villages d'Enfants Suisse, SOS Children's Villages Pilipinas, SOS ბავშვთა სოფელი • SOS Children`s Villages Georgia, SOS Satele Copiilor Romania, SOS Children's Villages Poland and SOS Villages d'Enfants au Sénégal Officiel.

Douglas Brose has been appointed as Karate’s Athlete Role Model for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, a recognition of his remarkable career and his commitment to the values of our sport. 🥋 As a world champion and member of the WKF Athletes’ Commission, Douglas will inspire the next generation of athletes while representing the very best of Karate on and off the tatami. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/ejNhpZKN #Karate #Dakar2026 #YOG

The Karate One Series A - A Coruña 2026 once again reflects the truly global reach of Karate, bringing together athletes from every corner of the world in a celebration of diversity, unity, and sporting excellence. As the second of four Series A events on the 2026 calendar, the competition continues to play an important role within the international season, strengthening participation across all regions. 🌏 With more than 1,200 athletes from 83 countries, the event highlights the universal appeal of Karate and the strength of an international community united by the same values of respect, dedication, and perseverance. Beyond the competition, these numbers represent the continued growth of Karate worldwide and the ability of our sport to connect people, cultures, and nations through a shared passion. 🥋 #KarateOne2026 #SeriesAACoruna2026 #Karate

The Karate One Series A arrives in A Coruña, Spain, bringing together more than 1,200 athletes from 83 countries for three days of international competition. As part of the 2026 Series A calendar, the event features a strong global participation across all categories, reflecting the continued growth and reach of Karate worldwide. 📍 A Coruña, Spain 📅 24–26 April 2026 #KarateOne2026 #SeriesAACoruna2026 #Karate

What we learn in Karate goes beyond training. Respect is not limited to the dojo. It shapes how we act, how we compete, and how we live. On Earth Day, that respect extends to the world we all stand on. 🌍🌱 #TheWorldIsOurDojo #EarthDay #GreenKarate

WKF President Meets with International Olympic Committee – IOC President Kirsty Coventry in Lausanne to Discuss Karate’s Global Progress. The meeting underscored karate’s continued worldwide growth in sporting excellence, global reach, and positive social impact. It also provided an important opportunity for WKF officials to gain deeper insight into the IOC’s strategic vision and the Fit for the Future process under its new leadership. Discover the full story and latest developments: https://lnkd.in/eyQ8TmhH

🥋 The Karate One Premier League continues its global journey, with Leshan 🇨🇳 hosting the next stage of elite competition. From April 10–12, leading athletes from across the globe will gather in a display of excellence, discipline, and high-level performance. 📅 Follow the event live on the official WKF YouTube channel. #PremierLeagueLeshan2026 #KarateOne2026