From 13–17 May 2026, the city of Prague hosted the 29th TAFISA World Congress 2026, one of the leading international gatherings dedicated to Sport for All, physical activity, and community engagement through sport. Representing the ITF at this important global event was Board Member Sbn Martina Lenhardtova, who was entrusted with serving as the Federation’s …
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IDC with Record Global Participation
Strengthening the moral and philosophical foundations of Taekwon-Do through its International Do Courses (IDCs) is a key objective of the ITF. The IDC was created to help practitioners better understand and apply the “Do” — the moral way of Taekwon-Do envisioned by General Choi Hong Hi. More than technical training alone, the IDC program focuses …
Report: 2026 Interclub Match Tournament
On May 2nd, the ITF Chinese Taipei Association successfully hosted its first interclub tournament of the year in Taiwan, bringing together 54 students from clubs across Taipei and New Taipei. The event featured both individual patterns and sparring disciplines, providing participants with a valuable opportunity to apply their skills in a competitive setting. It was …
Report: HKITA Championship 2026
It is with great pride and respect that we share the success of the HKITA Championship 2026, held on 12th April — one day after the 71st Anniversary of the Birthday of Taekwon-Do. This event also marked the first anniversary of HKITA’s official establishment, a milestone for our young, passionate organisation. We are delighted to report that …
New ITF Treasurer: Sbn Cosmin Oprescu
The ITF is pleased to announce the appointment of Sbn Cosmin Oprescu as ITF Treasurer and member of the Executive Committee. Before, he was a Member at Large of the ITF Board of Directors, a position he was elected to during the 2023 General Assembly in Tampere, Finland, and has since been a key contributor …
Report IIC192 Trois-Rivières, Québec, Canada
April 10, 11, 12, 2026 Organized by the club Académie Taekwon-Do Pierre Laquerre, the 192nd International Instructor Course (IIC) was held in Trois-Rivières, Québec region, Canada, bringing together high-level instructors and practitionersfrom around the world. This event provided an excellent opportunity to strengthen technical, pedagogical, and philosophical knowledge within an international setting. Participation The event …
