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