Idman.biz
The XXXIII National Technical Seminar and Examination, organized and invited by the Azerbaijan Karate Federation (AKF), held from December 12–14, 2025, has concluded.
Idman.Biz reports that the seminar, organized under the leadership of 11th dan black belt holder, world-renowned Shotokan Karate master Hitoshi Kasuya, provided participants with detailed information on the technical intricacies of Shotokan Karate, modern training methodologies, and international competition and examination standards.
Another significant event took place during the seminar. Ulvi Guliyev, President of the Azerbaijan Karate Federation, Vice Presidents Fizuli Musayev and Rahman Hatamov, as well as Ahmad Afandi, Chairman of the AKF Technical and Coaching Committee, were awarded special medals from the "World Champions Club," established by the World Shotokan Karate-do Federation (WSKF).
This prestigious award was presented in recognition of the long-term and effective activities of former world champions who continue to promote the development of Shotokan Karate in our country, its promotion in accordance with international standards, increasing interest in this sport among young people, and the worthy representation of Azerbaijani karate in the international arena.
It should be noted that about 300 athletes and coaches participated in the seminar and examination, and about 40 people upgraded their belt degrees in accordance with international requirements.
