On 1 March 2026, the ITF Asia Development Team met with national representatives from across the continent in a strategic online session chaired by ITF President Grand Master Paul Weiler. Joining him were Grand Master Najmi Abdullah, Master Mariusz Steckiewicz and Sbn Darren Ryding, who together outlined both the challenges and opportunities facing ITF Taekwon-Do …
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Report of the First South American Convention
The South American Taekwon-Do Federation (FST) launched a groundbreaking initiative by organizing the First South American Taekwon-Do Convention. The event took place at the National Secretary of Sports complex in Asunción, Paraguay, from February 20th to 22nd, 2026. In the words of the Federation’s President, Sbn Fernando Arrúa, the objective was “to expand knowledge within …
IIC 191th Camagüey, Cuba
On February 6th, 7th and 8th, in the city of Camagüey, Cuba, the International Instructors Course IIC 191 was held, conducted by Grand Master Héctor Marano, Head of the Technical Committee of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF). A total of 35 participants attended this important event, coming from Santiago de Cuba, Havana, Camagüey, Puerto Rico, …
Romanian Federation Holds Elections
On 30 January 2026, the Romanian Taekwon-do ITF Federation held its Electoral General Assembly in Târgu Mureș, Romania, bringing together representatives of affiliated member clubs from across the country. The Assembly was legally constituted, with 40 voting members present out of 43 affiliated clubs, reflecting strong participation and engagement within the federation. Unanimous Re-election of …
ITF Senior Master Seminars Held in India
In late December 2025, ITF activities in India also included two Senior Master seminars supported by local organisers Sbn. Barappa P. and Mr Vijay Kumar, whose professionalism and commitment ensured the smooth running of the events. Bangalore Seminar – Karnataka Bangalore was the first venue, hosting 164 participants from multiple states. Training was structured to …
49 years of ITF in Sri Lanka
On 19th December 1976, Taekwon-Do was introduced by Deshamanya Master Dr. Cyril Antony upon learning directly from the Founder of Taekwon-Do Gen. Choi Hong Hi in Canada, and the Sri Lanka Taekwon-Do Association was established on 19th February 1977. Accordingly, this year marks the completion of 49 years since the introduction of Taekwon-Do to Sri …
