Bangkok, Thailand  The Kickboxing competition of the 33rd SEA Games Thailand 2025 was held from 13 to 16 December 2025 with the great success with the participation of 8 NOCs of Sout East Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar, Malaysia, Singapore, Lao) with the total number of entries by participating NOCs with fifty (50) athletes…… …Read More

Dear Members, It is with deep regret that we announce the cancellation of the Open Cup of Asia 2025, originally scheduled to take place in Almaty, Kazakhstan, from July 2 to 6, 2025. This decision follows recent communication from the Kazakhstan Kickboxing Federation, informing us of their inability to host the event due to the…… …Read More

Dear members, It is with sadness that we announce the revision of the result for the Men’s Low Kick -75kg category at the Asian Kickboxing Championships 2024 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia following an Anti-Doping Rule Violation. Mr. Abbos Bozorboyev the athlete from Uzbekistan and affiliated with the Uzbekistan kickboxing Federation was disqualified by the decision…… …Read More

Kazakhstan Kickboxing Association a full member of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and WAKO organised the national Championships in the city of Petropavlovsk in northern Kazakhstan from 11 to 15 December 2024. The event ended on Sunday 15 December 2024 with participation of 248 athletes from 17 regions of the country. The Championships were held…… …Read More

The Olympic Council of Asia has cancelled the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games Bangkok-Chonburi 2021 as the AIMAG Organising Committee  was unable to satisfy the criteria requested in the Host City Contract by the latest deadline of Monday, August 19, 2024 17:00 Bangkok time. The AIMAG Organising Committee presented a progress report to…… …Read More

Dear Members, We are following up our previous announcement and in particular the one earlier on 09 June 2024. The Asian Kickboxing Confederation has a pleasure to inform you the dates and location of the Asian Kickboxing Championships 2024. Dates: 6 to 13 of October 2024 including competition dates, Arrival date: 5 or 6 of…… …Read More

Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) unveiled the Asian Indoor Martial Arts Games Bangkok-Chonburi 2021, participants’ sports Technical Handbook. The participants Asian National Olympic Committee members of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) received the participants sports Technical Handbook together with related registration forms. Kickboxing Technical Handbook is highlighted among the package of Technical Handbook for…… …Read More

The Kickboxing Federation of Vietnam held its General Assembly on 27 January 2024 at the Lotte Hotel & Resorts in Hanoi with the participation of 71 official voting delegates and 24 guests. Among the 71 official delegates, there were 33 representatives from different provinces and cities of Vietnam, 11 business representatives, 11 coaches and 12…… …Read More

Dear Members, Dear Colleagues, Dear Friends, On behalf of the Asian Kickboxing family and myself, I would like to wish those of you who celebrate Christmas a Merry Christmas filled with magical moments and all of you a happy holiday season with health, happiness and prosperity with endless possibilities. Merry Christmas and a very happy…… …Read More

Dear all, On 8 July 2023, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) General Assembly unanimously approved Thailand’s Proposal to reschedule the 6th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games from November 2023 to 24 February to 6 March 2024 due to several posed by the political transition following general election in the country. The new dates…… …Read More

Great news for all of members in particular in South East Asia. The Council Meeting of South East Asian Games (known as SEA Games) Federation took place from 10-12 March 2023 in Bangkok (Thailand) at the Grand Fourwings Hotel, with the participation of the representatives of NOCs and Sport Authorities members of SEAGF. Mr Nassiri,…… …Read More

Asian Power in action in Phnom Penh Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) delegation led by President Nassiri conducted the total of 3 full days Kickboxing Technical, Rules and Regulations seminar on 22 until 24 October 2022 included in Phonm Penh (Cambodia). The delegation was composed of Mr Nasser Nassiri, President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO…… …Read More

Sarayut KLINMING, the Silver Medalist of Kickboxing competition of the 30th South East Asian Games (SEA Games), representing  the National Olympic Committee of Thailand passed away on 23rd July 2022 at the age of 25. Sarayut KLINMING known as “Panphet Phadungchai” was a member of Thailand Kickboxing National Team of the 30th SEA Games Philippines…… …Read More

Hanoi, Vietnam, May 16, 2022: The Asian Kickboxing Confederation declared the kickboxing competition at the 31st Southeast Asian Games a “great success”, fulfilling the SEA Games slogan “For a Stronger Southeast Asia”. The Asian Confederation, the Asian governing body of kickboxing conducted the competition, which started on May 6 with the weigh-in and medical check…… …Read More

The Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to announce the inclusion of Kickboxing sport as official sport in 2023 Cambodia 32nd SEA Games. The inclusion decision take place after various exchanges between Mr. Nasser Nassiri, the President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation and the SEA Games Organizing committee during last three months. After successful inclusion and organisation…… …Read More

Agency calls on athletes, entourage, and all stakeholders to note major modifications concerning the use of salbutamol and injectable glucocorticoids The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) wishes to remind athletes and all other stakeholders that the 2022 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List) enters into force today (1 January). The 2022 List was approved by WADA’s Executive Committee (ExCo) during…… …Read More

Agency calls on athletes, entourage, and all stakeholders to note major modifications concerning the use of salbutamol and injectable glucocorticoids16 Dec 2021 The World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) 2022 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List); the 2022 Summary of Major Modifications and Explanatory Notes; and the 2022 Monitoring Program will come into force on 1 January 2022. The 2022…… …Read More

Today, the Olympic Council of Asia announced that the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games to be held in Bangkok and Chonburi Province in Thailand from 10th to 19th March 2022 have been postponed to 2023. The new dates of the OCA’s 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games will be from 17th to…… …Read More

Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to unveil the Muscat of Kickboxing of 6th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games 2021.   Kickboxing competition for the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games 2021 will be held from 17th to 26th of November 2023 (New dates) inChonburi, Thailand at Sripatum University (Chonburi Campus). Kickboxing competition will consist…… …Read More

The Asian Kickboxing Confederation conducted a second intercontinental annual online Kickboxing technical seminar on August 15, 2021 using the Zoom platform including the participation of more than 150 coaches, officials and members from over 25 national federations. The Asian governing body of Kickboxing sport, held its annual seminar online to focus on the opportunities and…… …Read More

According to Olympic Council of Malaysi, the South East Asian (SEA) Games Federation office held a special meeting on Wednesday, June 9 to discuss the views of its members in relation to the proposed postponement of the 31st SEA Games 2021 to July 2022. Due to the increasing number of Covid-19 cases in the region,…… …Read More

According to GAISF annoncement the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, has been awarded the 2023 edition of the World Combat Games (WCG), the international multi-sport event featuring 15 combat sports and martial arts which are Members of GAISF. The WCG is an incredible celebration of combat sports and martial arts, showcasing the…… …Read More

Asian Power in Action in South Korea On April 19, 2021, the 2021 Gyeonggi-do Kickboxing Association (GKA) Board Meeting was held at the conference hall of Seongnam Art Center. On this day, GKA’s President, Dr. Euncheon Jeong, received the association’s flag from Dr. Jeongho Lee, the former President, and President Dr. Euncheon Jeong appointed former…… …Read More

Dear Asian Members, In accordance to the provisions of the Statutes of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) providing that in case of the decision of suspension of a member, all Members shall be properly informed on the suspension of the relevant Member, we would like to bring to your attention the following: The Board…… …Read More

The Asian governing body for Kickboxing announce the modality of organisation of its next General Assembly. On February 20, 2021, the Verbum Law Firm, the independent law firm duly mandated by Asian Kickboxing Confederation to organize their next General Assembly, released the documents and related material to the voting members of Asian Confederation who are…… …Read More

Information about suspension of Jordan Association of Spots Kickboxing, and its members as affiliated members of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation Dear Asian Members, In accordance to the provisions of the Statutes of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) providing that in case of the decision of suspension of a member, all Members shall be properly…… …Read More

Dear Asian Members, In accordance to the provisions of the Statutes of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation( WAKO ASIA) providing that in case of the decision of suspension of a member,  all Members shall be properly informed on the suspension of the relevant Member, we would like to bring to your attention the following: The Board…… …Read More

Great success of the inauguration of the opening ceremony of the Kickboxing Musical Form Virtual championships in Indonesia by President NgatinoIndonesia Kickboxing Federation led by its President Mr Ngatino was founded by initiative and collaboration with Asian Kickboxing Confederation during 2017 with Multiple visits of Mr Nassiri, the President, Mr Euncheon Jeong, the Technical Director…… …Read More

Dear President, Dear Secretary General,Please find attached the circular information letter from Ph.D Euncheon Jeong, the Chairman of Tcehnical Committee and its exhibit “Exhibit Information Form”. which are explanatory itself.You are requested to complete the “Exhibit Information Form” and return it no later than 10 December 2020 by email to : e.jeong@wakoasia.com. With the best regards,Sina…… …Read More

Asian Power in action in Vietnam! It was just 11 years ago when Mr. Nasser Nassiri put in place foundation of Vietnam Kickboxing Association part of development road to spread Kickboxing in Asia. (Click on link below to learn more) 2009-03-18 Foundation of Kickboxing Association in Vietnam (WAKO VIETNAM) Various meeting and seminar and finally…… …Read More

To whom it may concerne Dear members, dear friends We would like by the present to inform you that it come to our attention that Santosh Agrawal from India contacting our members to invite them to participate in virtual coaching seminar. Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) is recognized by Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) as…… …Read More

Dear all, It come to our attention that some weak people, unfamiliar to combat sports, Kickboxing and in particular the rules and regulations in Asian Sport, post some information which have been published in WAKO Calendar for information. We would like to inform you that, Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), works closely with WAKO since…… …Read More

The Southeast Asian (SEA) Games Federation Executive Committee meeting was held on Wednesday, July 22,with participation of officials of Vietnam Olympic Committee, the Olympic Council of Malaysia. The SEAGF Council meeting was held in the afternoon at 2pm and was chaired by H.E. Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Thien, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam,…… …Read More

TO ALL MEMBERS With the great sadness, we announce the cancelation of WAKO World Championships 2020 for children, cadets and juniors have been decided by WAKO due to the uncertain situation caused by the COVID 19. Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO Asia) Public Relations Department Click here to download attachement… …Read More

After successful participation in Kickboxing competition of 30th SEA Games 2019 Philippines, Vietnam, get ready for 2021 Thailand Indoor & Martial Arts Games and 2021 Vietnam SEA Games. For the first time after the lockdown in national all- club kickboxing championships 2020. The Referee & Judges seminar conducted also before opening the ceremony. Vietnam Kickboxing…… …Read More

Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) is pleased to announce, the confirmation of inclusion of Kickboxing sport in prestigious AIMAG 6 Thailand 2021 by Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). http://ocasia.org/news/746-oca-announces-dates-sports-for-6th-aimag-2021.html?fbclid=IwAR0Jo3-oKfIb7I34l7j8l1I7wY1-7SEVycj7dRZASrXKi1snS23H3LNre8o The AIMAG, officially known as the Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games and commonly is an Asian multi-sport event that will take place every 4 years. The…… …Read More

World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) publish on 7 May 2002‘live’ webinar schedule for May as part of its 2021 Code Implementation Support Program. Further to the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA’s) communication of 4 May, which announced the official launch of WADA’s 2021 Code Implementation Support Program (CISP), the Agency is pleased to publish the following schedule…… …Read More

Following WAKO Iran Kickboxing Association announcement on 24 February 2020 of its engagement in taking special measures to fight Coronavirus disease 2019, WAKO IRAN Kickboxing Association (WAKO IRAN) with collaboration of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) initiated the unique online competition in Musical Forms one of the most popular Kickboxing styles among the society. The…… …Read More

The World Games in Birmingham, Alabama, moves to JULY 2022 The International World Games Association (IWGA) and Birmingham Organising Committee (BOC) have agreed to postpone the 11th edition of The World Games until 7th to 17th July 2022. The Games had originally been planned to take place from 15–25 July next year. For additional informaion…… …Read More

WAKO IRAN Kickboxing Association (WAKO IRAN) held a national referee seminar for west IRAN zone. In coordination with sport authority office of Province of Lorestan، the committee of WAKO IRAN kickboxing Association in lorestan organized on 14 February 2020 a full day seminar with participation of more then 150 members in prestigious conference hall of…… …Read More

Kickboxing Competition of 30th SEA Games Philippines 2019 another success for Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and South East Asian Countries members. The event started on 6 December with weigh in and medical check and competition started on 7 December 2019 with participation of seven National Olympic Committee of South East Asian countries such as…… …Read More

Dear Members, By the present, we would like to inform you that during the Council meeting held on 27 September 2019, the Board of Directors of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) unanimously decided to decrease and apply the annual affiliation fees to all members in conformity to their membership’s category starting January 2020 as follows:…… …Read More

Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) is pleased to announce that during the Board of Directors of Asian Kickboxing Confederation which took place early today, on the proposal of Mr Nasser Nassiri, the President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and Vice President of WAKO, the day of 9 September as the day of Kickboxing in…… …Read More

                Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to announce the inclusion of Kickboxing sport in Iran 2nd Sport Talents Olympiad 2019. Sport Talents Olympiad is multisport events organized by Ministry of Sport and Youth of Iran in specific age categories (From 13 to 16 years included), and specific program…… …Read More

GAISF today announced that the Kazakhstan capital of Nur-Sultan (formaly known as Astana) will host the inaugural World Combat Games in 2021. The announcement was made during the GAISF General Assembly in Gold Coast, Australia after GAISF and the Local Organising Committee signed the host city agreement. Powered by GAISF, the World Combat Games are…… …Read More

It is with deep regret and pain that we announce that Mr EuyWoong Mah passed away peacefully early this morning at his home in Seoul (Korea). Mr Mah was one of the Vice Presidents in duty of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA). He was founder President of Korean Kickboxing Federation and in duty until December…… …Read More

Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) delegation took part in SEA Games First Technical Delegates Meeting Mr. Euncheon Jeong (Korea), technical Director of WAKO ASIA and Technical Delegate of upcoming 30th SEA Games 2019 Philippine arrived on 12 December 2018 in Manila (Philippines) for various meeting and participation of 1st Technical Delegate Meeting of 0th SEA…… …Read More

      Asian Kickboxing Confederation is please to announced the during the International Olympic Committee’s Executive Board meeting held in Tokyo, Japan on 30 November 2018, provisional recognition was granted to the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) pursuant to Rule 25 of the Olympic Charter. This provisional recognition for a period up to…… …Read More

Damscaus, Syria, Syrian Kickboxing Federation held its Kickboxing Championships in Full contact on 2nd and 3rd March 2017 in Latakia, with the participation of 11 provinces of Syria. The total of 120 athletes from 11 provinces (Damascus, Homs, Hama, Latakia, Students clubs, Military clubs, Dara, As-Suwayda and …) compete together in different weight categories in…… …Read More

Dear Asian members and friends, Please find below the link where you can download the information package & visa request form for  WAKO ASIA Kickboxing Championships 2016/2017 (Full Contact, Low Kick, K1 rules, Point Fighting, Kick Light, Light Contact and Musical form style) which will be held from 24-30 April 2017 in Ashgabat (Turkmenistan). Wish…… …Read More

TO: All WAKO Asian Kickboxing Federation voting members By regular mail, Fax or mail Dear WAKO Asian Members,, By the present on behalf of the WAKO Asian Kickboxing Federation Board of Directors and in accordance with Article 17 of the Constitution, I am enclosing the formal notice of call and the agenda for the upcoming…… …Read More

Reported by Public relation Department: Nasser Nassiri, President of WAKO Asian Kickboxing Federation and Vice President of WAKO arrived in Korea today where he is expected for various meeting with the Korean sport authroities and politic leaders.   Mr Nassiri was welcomed at his arrival by the leaders of Korean Kickboxing Association and representative of…… …Read More

After the long suspense, 2015 WAKO Asian Championships were held with great success from 1st to 9th August 2015 in Pune in India. Extraordinary work of both WAKO Asia and Organizing Committee headed by Nasser Nassiri, Vice President of WAKO (IF) and President of WAKO ASIA with collaboration of WAKO India Kickboxing Federation N.G. leaded…… …Read More

Asian Kickboxing Confederation Congratulates Newly Elected President of Korea Kickboxing Association The Asian Kickboxing Confederation extends its warm congratulations to Mr. Kim Hyun-Yeong on his election as the 5th President of the Korea Kickboxing Association, following the official results announced by the Korea Kickboxing Association Election Management Committee on August 9, 2025. Mr. Kim brings…… …Read More