Season’s Greetings and 2019 plans

Dear Friends,

Passed year gave us all full spectrum of energies. We hope the New Year to be successor of 2018 efforts and become a great time for everybody of you. From deep of our hearts we wish you to stay in good health and take this as an advantage for everyday duties.

In the beginning of new year, let us introduce WTKF plans for upcoming year.

On July we plan to change a habit and organize WTKF Gashuku in USA California for the first time.

On October European Championship gonna be held in Moscow this time.

November we are planning to organize Pan-American Cup. For now we are considering two locations in Brasil and Mexico.

This years we suspended the WTKF World Cup in the present form, and we are introducing the new way of selecting participants of the World Cup. In 2020 we are organizing the Continental Cups for North America, South America, Europe and Africa and Asia. Then we would chose Winners out of each Continental Cups for the World Cup Competition which gonna take place on 2021.

Thank you for your support and hard work for our community, we are glad to be surrounded by you!

Traditional karate-do giants meet after years!

We had the honor of being witnesses of two friends meeting after years, Ilia Jorga soke (10 Dan) with Eduardo Salas sensei (9 Dan)

Sensei Wayo Salas visited seminar conducted by Ilia Jorga soke in Warsaw central Dojo (Poland). Both karate legends know each other for more than 50 years.

It was beautiful and emotional meeting full of positive energy.

Seminar with Salas sensei (9 Dan)

The International Traditional Karate-do Seminar took place on May 11-13 at the Japanese Martial Arts and Sport Centre ‘Dojo – Stara Wies’ in Stara Wies (Poland).

215 people participated in the training. The event was a part of celebration of ‘The Year of Sensei Nishiyama’s Legacy’. The trainings were conducted by Sensei Eduardo Salas 9 Dan (Peru) – student, companion and friend of Sensei Nishiyama. Sensei Salas is also a key person in the development of traditional karate-do in Latin America.

Seminar participants had the opportunity to get to know Tai Chi, Qi Gong, the Chinese art of movement, meditation, practice of cultivating long life and martial arts. These exercises build life energy, activate the life and defense forces of the body, give cheerfulness and agility to the body.

Coordinator of the seminar, sensei Włodzimierz Kwieciński 8 Dan (Poland) summed up the May training:
– Sensei Salas spent many years studying traditional karate-do and developing in search of energy “chi”. It combines the knowledge and experience gained from many years of practice, showing how to maintain vitality and health. The energy of “chi” allows us to be active both physically and mentally and spiritually. Sensei can perfectly explain what “chi” energy is, and also show it!

Over 400 competitors on 1st Ararat Cup in Armenia

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On 5-6 May 2018, Yerevan in Armenia held the 1st International Ararat Cup – a tournament in traditional karate-do, in which over 400 competitors from seven countries took part: Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh, Iran, Moldova, Poland, Russia and Uzbekistan.

The tournament was preceded by a seminar led by senseia Włodzimierz Kwieciński 8 Dan, which included the basics of traditional karate-do and principles of ending technique – todome.
The competitors visited interesting places in Yerevan and its surroundings: the Cascade, the ruins of the temple in Zwartnoc, the cathedral in Eczmiadzyn, the temple in Garni and the church in Geghard.

Armenia, thank you for the beautiful tournament and true Budo spirit!

Kumite Evolution (Irkutsk, Russia)

2nd International Traditional Karate-Do Tournament
“Kumite Evolution” (Irkutsk, Russia)

On April 28–29 the 2nd International Traditional Karate-Do Tournament “Kumite Evolution” was held in Irkutsk, Russia. Nearly 400 participants of all ages during 2 days of competition dedicated to The Year of Sensei Hidetaka Nishiyama’s legacy. Event was attended by international teams from Serbia and Mongolia. The level of performance was high and impressive. Winners were awarded with the jade medals.

Before the tournament, all participants took part in seminar conducted by Sensei Nelson Carrion (7 Dan, Uruguay). The karateka’s had a unique opportunity to attend a master-class on Kobudo conducted by Sensei Masashi Wakayama (6 Dan Kobudo, 6 Dan Saito karate, 5 Dan Kyokushin budokai, 5 Dan Aikido Aikikai, 4 Dan Wado-ryu karate, 4 Dan Shorinji-ryu karate, Japan). Under the guidance of Sensei Pavel Chernousov (5 Dan, Russia, All-RTKF President) a seminar for judges was held, dedicated to a special educational program “Kumite evolution”.

More than 20 instructors got diplomas for graduating a unique program of higher education “Traditional Karate-Do trainer-instructor” organized at the Irkutsk State University. 

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1st International Ararat Cup 2018

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PLACE

Yerevan, Armenia

DATE

5-6 May 2018

RULES

WTKF traditional karate-do competition rules

INFORMATION

For more information and questions contact center_karate@mail.ru

or call +37410361499

1st International Ararat Cup 2018

The National Traditional Karate-do Federation of Armenia for the first time in it’s history, organizes the first international tournament called “Ararat Cup”. It will be held May 5-6 2018 in beautiful city of Yerevan.

May 3-4 President of WTKF, Włodzimierz Kwieciński (8 Dan) will lead 2 day of Traditional Karate-Do seminar.

Join us in Armenia!

Seminar conducted by Sensei Eduardo Salas 9 DAN (Peru)

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As a part of the celebration of “2018 – The Year of Sensei Hidetaka Nishiyama’s Legacy”, all WTKF Member Federations organize tournaments, seminars and training sessions dedicated to the memory of Sensei Nishiyama.

In Poland, another event that will take place as a part of celebration of “The Year of Sensei Nishiyama’s Legacy” is the International Traditional Karate-do Seminar, which will be conducted by Sensei Eduardo Salas 9 DAN (Peru).

 Eduardo Salas is a special character in the history of traditional karate-do. He has been student, companion and friend of Sensei Nishiyama for more than 20 years.

He participated in ITKF negotiations with the International Olympic Committee (IOC).  In 1990, despite the very difficult situation related to the IOC’s activities (boycott attempt), he organized the 1. World Traditional Karate Championships ITKF in Lima (Peru). That tournament was the milestone in the development of traditional karate-do worldwide.

Eduardo Salas is also a key person in the development of traditional karate-do in Latin America. His students were a lot of medallists of the world championships, including Sensei Marcos Moron, who passed away in 2015.

In 1992, after the World Championships in Montreal (Canada), Eduardo Salas took up personal development primarily in the field of Tai Chi Chi Kung, the Chinese art of movement, meditation, practice of cultivating long life and martial arts. These exercises build life energy, activate the life and defense forces of the body, give cheerfulness and agility to the body.

In 2017, he actively supported the organization of the 18. Traditional Karate-do Pan-American Championships, which took place in Lima (Peru). Then he was awarded with 9 DAN by WTKF President – Włodzimierz Kwieciński.

DATE

11 – 13 May 2018

PLACE

Japanese Martial Arts and Sports Centre „Dojo – Stara Wieś“ Address: Stara Wieś 1, 97-570 Przedbórz (Poland)

www.dojostarawies.com

HOSTED BY

Traditional Karate Federation of Poland

90-057 Lodz, Sienkiewicza Street 85/87 phone/fax: + 48 42/632-85-79, phone: + 48 42/632-97-59 e-mail: pzkt@karate.pl., www.karate.pl

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

  1. The seminar is available only for black belts and candidates for exam for master grade with 1 kyu.
  2. All participants must have valid International Insurance.
  3. Participants under 18 cannot attend the seminar without an adult carer. TKFP shall not be heldresponsible for taking care of persons under 18.

PROGRAM

Friday (May 11)

16:00 – 19:00 Registration to the seminar

17:00 – 18:00 Supper

19:00 – 21:30 1. session: introduction

Saturday (May 12)

8:00 – 9:00 Breakfast

10:00 – 12:30 2. session

13:00 – 14:00 Lunch

15:00 – 17:30 3. session

17:45 – 19:00 Supper

19:00 TKFP General Assembly

Sunday (May 13)

6:00 – 8:00 4. session: conclusion

8:30 – 9:30 Breakfast

* Meals timetable refers only to participants who will purchase meals at the centre.

** Check-out on Sunday (May 13) until 10:00.

BOARD AND ACCOMMODATION OFFER

Japanese Martial Arts and Sports Centre „Dojo – Stara Wies“

OPTION 1 – Board, accommodation and participation fee

555 PLN/person 

This price includes:

  • 2-day board and accommodation package from supper on Friday (May 11) until breakfast on Sunday (May 13).
  • Participation fee.

There is a possibility to order the special type of diet if you need. It is extra paid – 5 PLN/day.
You should inform us about it during making the reservation and transfer money (details below).
In case of lack of payment we do not guarantee the special type of diet.

  1. Preliminary reservations including names of participants will be accepted by
    20 April 2018 (Friday). Please send your reservation directly to Japanese Martial Arts and Sports Centre Dojo – Stara Wies via e-mail to info@dojo-starawies.pl.
  1. After you receive confirmation about availability of places from the office, please transfer money to the following account until 26 April 2018 (Thursday).
  1. Payment of the total amount should be transferred to the following account:

Name of beneficiary: Polski Zwiazek Karate Tradycyjnego

Address of beneficiary: 85/87 Sienkiewicza Street, 90-057 Lodz (Poland)

Name of bank: Bank Spoldzielczy w Przedborzu

Address of bank: Mostowa Street 31, 97-570 Przedborz (Poland)  

Bank account: PL 71 8988 0001 0000 0017 8930 0001

SWIFT: GBWCPLPP  

Title: “Seminar May 2018”

Remark:

  1. Number of places at the centre “Dojo – Stara Wieś” is limited. We advise to make your reservation as soon as possible.
  2. Accommodation at the centre is available only for participants of the seminar.
  3. The availability of places is determined by the order of applications.
  4. In case of lack of payment your reservation will be cancelled.
  5. Do not permit unregistered person(s) to occupy your dormitory overnight. Charges will be attached to registrants of the room in the amount of 300 PLN per unregistered person.

OPTION 2 – Board at the „Dojo-Stara Wieś“ (without accommodation)

Price of meals:

Breakfast 18 PLN

Dinner  28 PLN

Supper  24 PLN

  1. If you are interested in reserving meals during the seminar please send your reservation on the attached Reservation Form to the following e-mail: biuro@torii.net.pl                      7 days before the event at the latest.
  2. Payment for meals will be accepted in cash at the registration.

Remark!

Board will be guaranteed only for participants who will make reservation in the above term.        For others – depending on availability of products.  

  1. In case of any further questions concerning meal reservations and payment for meals please contact directly with Ms. Joanna Górka-Zielińska via e-mail at: biuro@torii.net.pl.

OPTION 3 – participation fee (without accommodation)

300 PLN/person – participation fee shall be paid in cash at the Registration.

INVITED INSTRUCTORS

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EDUARDO SALAS 9 DAN (Peru)

Eduardo Salas is a special character in the history of traditional karate-do. He has been student, companion and friend of Sensei Nishiyama for more than 20 years.Eduardo Salas is also a key person in the development of traditional karate-do in Latin America.

 

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WŁODZIMIERZ KWIECIŃSKI Sensei 8 DAN (Poland)

President of the World Traditional Karate-Do Federation (WTKF), Chairman of the Traditional Karate Federation of Poland (PZKT), Trainer Coach of the National Team of Poland

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8th Traditional Karate-do European Cup ORLEN 2018

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PLACE

Gdańsk, Poland

DATE

May 30 – June 2, 2018

RULES

WTKF traditional karate-do competition rules

8th Traditional Karate-do European Cup ORLEN 2018

On behalf of the World Traditional Karate-do Federation we are pleased to announce that the 8th Traditional Karate-do European Cup ORLEN 2018 will be held on May 30 – June 2, 2018 in Gdańsk (Poland). The tournament itself will take place in ERGO Arena Gdańsk (ergoarena.pl/en/).

In the European Cup there will compete 8 top men’s and 8 women’s traditional karate-do athletes selected by the WTKF Technical Committee. The accompanying event will be the 18th Traditional Karate-do Polish Children’s Cup ORLEN 2018.

The events schedule is as follows:

30 May (Wednesday)
Arrival (Officials, Judges, Athletes)

31 May (Thursday)
WTKF Judges’ Refreshing Course

1 June (Friday)
8th Traditional Karate-do European Cup ORLEN 2018
18th Traditional Karate-do Polish Children’s Cup ORLEN 2018

2 June (Saturday)
Departure

All participating athletes will receive cups and also financial rewards will be given to the European Cup athletes (women and men) from the first three places:

1st place
1.000 USD

2nd place
650 USD

3rd place
350 USD

All participants (athletes and judges) are in charge of accommodation, board and transportation in Poland as well as of transportation to/from Poland.

BOARD AND ACCOMODATION OFFERS

We recommend the special package prepared by the Organizer. The details are as follows:

PACKAGE FOR 2 PEOPLE – 300 Euro. The package includes:

  •  Accommodation (double room) in Host hotel – Best Western Plus Arkon Park Hotel (4 stars hotel), from May 30 to June 2 (Wednesday – Saturday) – 3 nights
    Breakfast included
    Address of hotel : 10 Śląska St., 80-384 Gdańsk,
  •  Lunch for 2 people after the Judges’ Course on May 31 (Thursday),
  •  Lunch for 2 people during the tournament on the sport hall on June 1 (Friday).

PACKAGE FOR 1 PERSON – 250 Euro. The package includes:

  •  Accommodation (single room) in Host hotel – Best Western Plus Arkon Park Hotel (4 stars hotel), from May 30 to June 2 (Wednesday – Saturday) – 3 nights
    Breakfast included
    Address of hotel : 10 Śląska St., 80-384 Gdańsk,
  •  Lunch for 1 person after the Judges’ Course on May 31 (Thursday),
  •  Lunch for 1 person during the tournament on the sport hall on June 1 (Friday).

Please send your recommendations of highly qualified athletes and judges for consideration to be selected for the European Cup. Recommendations (on the enclosed form) shall be sent by e-mail to president@wtkfkarate.org.

Deadline for recommendations: April 20, 2018 (Friday).

If you are interested in package offered by the Organizer, please contact directly with Ms. Katarzyna Belostenko (e-mail: biuro.ozkt@wp.pl, phone: +48 600 752 721). Preliminary reservations will be accepted by April 20, 2018 (Friday). After you receive confirmation about availability of places, please transfer money to the following account as soon as possible but no later than April 30, 2018 (Monday).

Payment of the total amount should be transferred to the following account:

Name of beneficiary: Regional Traditional Karate Association
Address of beneficiary: 29/211 Czyzewskiego St., 80-336 Gdansk
Name of bank: BGZ BNP Paribas
Address of bank: 10/16 Kasprzaka St., 01-211 Warszawa
IBAN:  PL 47 2030 0045 1110 0000 0238 7690
SWIFT: PPABPLPKXXX
Title: 2018 European Cup

Thank you for your time and consideration to this matter. In case of any further questions, please feel free to contact our office.

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Traditional Karate-do seminar in Australia

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Canberra seminar 24 – 25 February 2018
Gold Coast seminar 17 – 18 March 2018

The Australian Federation of Traditional Karate (AFTK) seminar was delighted to welcome the World Traditional Karate – Do Federation (WTKF), President Sensei Włodzimierz Kwieciński and his son Sensei Witold Kwieciński.

Sensei Kwieciński, said that “WTKF are keen to be working with groups, across the world, who are interested in traditional karate, developing ongoing relationships and committing to continuing education of Karate – do”.

Sensei Kwieciński introduced his presentation by defining traditional karate. Traditional karate is the combination of To-de, Budo and sports science.

To-de

To-de or Chinese hand refers to the traditional karate from Okinawa. Ginchin Funakoshi changed the name to Karate – Do. Traditional karate is an art of self-defense, it is more than just self-defense it is the acquisition of mental and physical skills

Budo

Budo is not only the physical part of fighting but the self – development of mind and body.

Sports science

Advances in sports science allow us to understand our bodies more and perfect training to minimise injuries, maximise effectiveness and to harmonise the balance and movements. It also provides up to date information on treating injuries.

Sensei Kwieciński introduced to participants the lost kata Sanchin. This was a White Crane kata from Fujian province. Participants had the opportunity to learn and practice some of the techniques in pairs. Jion was also practiced and techniques refined.

Sensei Kwieciński and his son also provided a presentation on the traditional Japanese built Dojo Stara Wieś, in Poland.

Those attending enjoyed both days of the seminar and AFTK acting President, Lester McCormick, thanked all presenters and wished everyone a safe trip home. AFTK are keen to follow this ACT seminar with another in 2019.

Traditional Karate-do Renaissance Festival St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada

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PLACE

St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada

DATE

22-28 October 2018

ONLINE REGISTRATION

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On behalf of the World Traditional Karate-Do Federation and the Tournament Organizing Committee we are proud and honoured to invite all traditional karate-do practitioners to the Festival World Karate-do Renaissance which will be held on October 22-28, 2018 in St. John’s, Newfoundland (Canada). The 2 main events will take place simultaneously there: World Traditional Karate-do Championships and Traditional Karate-do World Children’s Cup.

It will be the multi-style karate tournament. The competition will be attended by representatives of diverse schools of karate-do in the world. It will be the next step of our cooperation with World Fudokan Federation to develop our platform for the future of traditional karate-do worldwide.

Our vision of cooperation with the different karate organizations means that through the common historical heritage we should spread the benefits of practicing karate and use them in the global education and human development. We are very opened for variety which is beautiful in its nature. It is only one proper direction to understand the karate as a martial art, as art of good manners and way to see and understand the otherness.

ST. JOHN’S, NEWFOUNDLAND, CANADA

St. John’s is the capital city of the province with a Metro area population of 205,000. It has the distinction of being the oldest city in North America, having been founded in 1497 and received a Royal Charter in 1583.

As one of the safest and friendliest cities on the continent, visitors are sure to enjoy some of the finest hospitality available anywhere on the planet. Guests will be steeped in the rich culture and history of the place, and whether they choose to explore the breathtaking scenery of Cape Spear, the most easterly point in North America,, immerse themselves in the history of Signal Hill, where Guglielmo Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless transmission in 1901, or experience the vibrant nightlife of George Street, a stay in St john’s will make memories that will long endure.

MILE ONE CENTRE
(50 New Gower St, Saint John’s NL A1C 1J3)

The tournament itself will take place in Mile One Centre. Opened in 2001, this state of the art arena has a seating capacity of 7,000 and has hosted many national and international sporting, cultural and entertainment events. It is conveniently located right in the heart of Downtown St. John’s within easy walking distance of hotels, restaurants, shopping and entertainment facilities.

TRANSPORT TO ST. JONH’S NEWFOUNDLAND, CANADA

St. John’s situated on the Eastern most point of North America it is ideally located to host a world event, being closer to Europe than it is to the west coast of North America. With regular direct flights from both Dublin and London, it is just a 4-5 hour flight from Europe while also being convenient for travellers from the Americas.

HOST HOTEL

Delta St. John’s Hotel (120 New Gower Street, St. John’s, NL A1C6K4, CA)

PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE OF THE EVENT

October 22 (Monday)
Arrival (athletes, judges and officials)

October 23 (Tuesday)
Judges’ Seminar

October 24 (Wednesday)
Judges’ Seminar Team training
VIP / Judges’ reception

October 25 (Thursday)
WTKF Meetings
Team training

October 26 (Friday)
Festival World Karate-Do Renaissance

October 27 (Saturday)
Festival World Karate-Do Renaissance
Sayonara Party

October 28 (Sunday)
Departure

 

VISA INFORMATION

Please contact your local embassy for visa procedure.

In case of you need invitation, please contact our T.O.C. Director, Ms. Michelle Critch at mcritch@nf.sympatico.ca

 

Mark the date on your calendar now!

Please find attached competition rules and accommodation offer. The instruction, how to register, will be sent soon.

World Championships Rules

Children Championships Rules

Hotels and Information