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 now concluded.
Idman.Biz reports that the seminar, led by 11th Dan black belt holder and world-renowned Shotokan karate master Hitoshi Kasuya, thoroughly presented the technical intricacies of Shotokan karate, modern training methodologies, and international competition and examination standards to the participants.
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 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 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 representing Azerbaijani karate properly in the international arena.
It should be noted that approximately 300 athletes and coaches participated in the seminar and examination, and about 40 people upgraded their belt degrees in accordance with international requirements.
