ITF International Taekwon-Do Federation

Webinar "Taekwon-Do for Everyone" - How to open a dojang?
2025-12-14 14:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Madrid)
The ITF webinar series “Taekwon-Do for Everyone” is a virtual training series for ITF members. It is a free of charge event and currently open to all members with an active ITF Teaching Licence/Plaque. Later, the webinar will also be available for other interested members.

In this webinar, Sbn Ryan Rampair, Chair of the ITF Business and Marketing Committee, will discuss the many aspects necessary for opening a successful ITF dojang. It is intended to focus on the basics from renting a room to accounting and successful marketing. Senior ITF members are invited to share their experience during the webinar.

This webinar will be in English only – no translation to Spanish!

Date: December 14, 2025Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm UTC (please check your time zone!)Webinar times: 90min / 60min break / 90min

Prepare your ITF ID and register for free: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5lfBQmoaQ8-L5G5qnJg6EQ#/registration

1st South American ITF Convention
2026-02-20 00:00 - 2026-02-22 23:59
Participate in a three day convention organized by the South American Taekwon-Do Federation (FST) in Asunción, Paraguay, and meet, discuss, and exchange with the leading figures in the South American ITF community.

The full invitation and schedule is attached below (Spanish only).

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ITF Open Talks: Kids, Harmony, and Inclusion
2026-03-21 00:00 - 23:59
After the success of the online webinars “Taekwon-Do for Everyone” in 2025, the ITF goes the next step: ITF Open Talks – a virtual format for informal exchange to share ideas, experiences, but also doubts and questions, with the entire community around the world

The first ITF Open Talk will feature the chairs of three Standing Committees: Master Fabián Izquierdo (Children Development), Master Gastón Casero (Harmony), and Sbn Anabel Vicario (Inclusion).

Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026Time: 2pm UTCPlatform: Zoom (Registration for free.)

ITF Webinar: Nutrition for competition
2026-03-28 00:00 - 23:59
Proper hydration is one of the most important — and often overlooked — factors in combat sports performance. In Taekwon-Do, where athletes must balance high-intensity competition with strict weight categories, managing hydration correctly can significantly impact both performance and health.

In this special ITF Webinar session “Taekwon-Do for Everyone”, the ITF Medical and Anti-Doping Committee organized an external speaker: Sean Fitzgerald, Certified Nutritionist and Personal Trainer from Adaptive Health, will explore the critical role hydration plays in training, competition performance, recovery, and safe weight management for Taekwondo athletes.

Drawing on his extensive background in Taekwon-Do and his current experience as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor, Sean brings both practical athlete insight and professional expertise in combat sports nutrition. Through his work with European and World medalist athletes, as well as professional MMA fighters, BJJ competitors, and boxers, he has helped athletes develop smarter strategies to fuel performance while maintaining long-term health.

During this talk, participants will learn:

Why hydration is essential for optimal performance in Taekwon-Do competition

How dehydration affects strength, endurance, and cognitive performance

Practical hydration strategies before, during, and after competition

Safer approaches to managing hydration during weight cuts

How combat sport athletes can stay healthy while performing at their best

This session is ideal for Taekwon-Do athletes and coaches who want to better understand how nutrition and hydration can support both competitive success and long-term athlete wellbeing.

English Webinar:

When: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11am UTC

Speaker: Sean Fitzgerald

Title: Hydration for Competition: Performance, Health, and Weight Cuts

Free registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0rUpKUJTT7i6VGjPdWYrlg

Spanish Webinar:

When: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 2pm UTC

Speaker: Dr. Sergio Marissi (Medical and Anti-Doping Committee)

Title: Hydration during Competition

Free registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JJXBam85RimcaZx21claRg

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

8th Extraordinary General Assembly
2026-03-29 00:00 - 23:59
The ITF is pleased to announce that the 8th Extraordinary General Assembly will be held on Sunday, 29 March 2026, at 2pm CEST (=12pm UTC) via online conference.

Official Member Associations are kindly invited to this Extraordinary General Assembly

To ensure the smooth and efficient conduct of the Assembly, any comments, proposals, or suggested amendments must be submitted to the ITF Office by 15 March 2026.

Delegates are encouraged to complete the registration process within the specified deadline to secure their participation and voting rights in accordance with ITF Statutes and regulations.

For any questions or administrative support, please contact the ITF Office directly.

We look forward to welcoming your delegates to the 8th Extraordinary General Assembly and to your valued participation in the governance and continued development of our Federation.

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Athlete Safety and Concussion Awareness for Umpires
2026-05-30 00:00 - 23:59
Invitation to Umpire Education Session – ‘Athlete Safety and Concussion Awareness for Umpires’Sbn Sabina Mason, chair of the Medical and Anti-Doping Committee warmly invites all Umpires to attend the upcoming “Athlete Safety and Concussion Awareness for Umpires” education session.

This session will help umpires better recognise the signs and symptoms of concussion and respond confidently and appropriately during matches. Athlete safety is a shared responsibility, and umpires play a critical role in protecting players’ wellbeing on the field.

Attending will also ensure umpires are up to date with current concussion protocols, reporting procedures, and best practice guidelines. The knowledge gained can make a significant difference in preventing further injury and supporting a safer sporting environment for everyone involved.

Below you can find link to registration of the session in English and Spanish. Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Session 1When Safety Comes First: Concussion Recognition for Umpires – EnglishDate: May 30, 2026 9:00 AM UTC (=11:00 AM CEST)Register in advance for this meeting:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Pf4mkbkGTWSOc5JtAKXbbg After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Session 2 When Safety Comes First: Concussion Recognition for Umpires – SpanishDate: May 30, 2026 1:00 PM UTC (=10:00 AM Argentina)Register in advance for this meeting:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5k78e5viSTidbem8twWVmQAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

General Assembly 2026
2026-09-28 00:00 - 23:59
The ITF will hold its 9th General Assembly on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Benidorm, Spain, on the eve of the World Cup 2026. It’s bringing together Member and Associate Member Associations to review key matters and decisions for the future of the federation.

More information soon.
