Idman.biz
The XXXIII National Technical Seminar and Examination, organized by the Azerbaijan Karate Federation (AKF) and held on December 12–14, 2025, has concluded.
Idman.Biz reports that the seminar, led by 11th dan black belt holder, world-renowned Shotokan Karate master Hitoshi Kasuya, provided participants with detailed insights into the technical intricacies of Shotokan Karate, modern training methodologies, as well as international competition and examination standards.
Another significant event took place within the framework of 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 by 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 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 about 300 athletes and coaches participated in the seminar and examination, and about 40 people raised their belt degrees in accordance with international requirements.
