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
2025-03-29 Important Notice Regarding Payment of the memberships annual affiliation fee 2025
Important Notice Regarding Payment Instructions Dear members of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation, We are writing to follow up on our communication of 25 March 2025 sent to you by email together with the invoice of the annual affiliation fee corresponding to the membership status of your Federation/Association for the year 2025 informing you that the deadline…… …Read More
2025-03-28 Reallocation of the Medal of Low Kick SM -75kg following Anti-Doping Rule Violation
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
2024-12-15 Asian Power in action in Kazakhstan
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
2024-10-20 Official Results of the Asian Kickboxing Championships 2024 Phnom Penh, Cambodia
This Item is revised on 25 March 2025 in order to update the results of Championships in Low Kick Men Senior -75Kg due to Anti-Doping violation by Mr. Bozorboyev Abbos from Uzbekistan Kickboxing Federation (see below note in Red Color). Dear Members, On behalf of Dr. Euncheon Jeong, Chairman of the Technical Committee of the Asian…… …Read More
2024-09-03 Reflection of Asian Kickboxing Championships in Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) website
https://oca.asia/news/5447-phnom-penh-to-host-2024-asian-kickboxing-championships-in-october.html… …Read More
2024-08-19 OCA cancels Bangkok – Chonburi AIMAG
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
2024-06-23 Asian Kickboxing Confederation joins the world sport in celebrating Olympic Day
“On Olympic Day, we join the world sport in celebrating the values and missions of the Olympic movement,” said Asian Confederation President Nasser Nassiri. Positive effects from sports are achieved through physical activity and sport’s role in society has become increasingly important over the years, for the individual and in particular for public health. We…… …Read More
2024-06-20 The dates and location of the Asian Championships 2024 and qualification for the World Games Chengdu 2025
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
2024-06-09 Asian Championships 2024 and qualification for the World Games Chengdu 2025
Dear Members, On behalf of the President and Board of Directors of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), we would like to inform you that the Asian Kickboxing Championships 2024 is planned to be held in Phnom Penh (Cambodia) in upcoming months. We are currently in contact with the Cambodian sports authorities for better preparation…… …Read More
2024-05-10 Olympic Council of Asia unveils AIMAG Bangkok-Chonburi 2021, participants’ sports Technical Handbook
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
2024-03-18 Important information to the members of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)
Kind attention of Presidents of the members of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Dear Asian Members, By the present mail, we would like to inform you that following the meeting of the Board of Directors held on 18 February 2024, and in accordance with article 38-Bylaws of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation’s statutes, the Bylaws of…… …Read More
2024-01-28 The Kickboxing Federation of Vietnam held its General Assembly
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
2024-01-01 WADA’s 2024 Prohibited List now in force
WADA’s 2024 Prohibited List now in force Agency calls on athletes, entourage, and all stakeholders to note major modification concerning tramadol Montreal, 1 January 2024 The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) wishes to remind stakeholders that the 2024 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List) and the 2024 Monitoring Program enter into force today (1 January 2024). The…… …Read More
2023-12-22 Message of President Nasser Nassiri for the Christmas and holiday season
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
2023-11-30 Saudi Kickboxing Federation announced the appointment of two executives
30 November 2023, Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) Saudi Kickboxing Federation announced the appointment of two executives Saudi Kickboxing Federation announced that by the decision of Mr. Ahmed AlTowayan, the President of the Saudi Kickboxing Federation, Mr. AbdulMalik AlMazyad and Dr. Ahmed AlSheheri were appointed as Secretary General and Chief Executive Officiers of the Saudi Kickboxing Federation…… …Read More
2023-11-30 Celebration of the International Kickboxing Day
Dear members, After Asian Kickboxing Day on September 9th, Today, November 30th, We celebrate the International Kickboxing Day. Congratulations! Public Relation Department, Asian Kickboxing Confederation… …Read More
2023-09-09 The Asian Kickboxing community is celebrating “Asian Kickboxing Day”.
The Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to congratulate all its members and the entire Asian kickboxing community for celebrating 9th September as “Asian Kickboxing Day”. For more information, please visit the following link: http://wakoasia.com/?p=2586 Asian Kickboxing Confederation Public Relation Department… …Read More
2023/08/23 Asian Kickboxing Confederation mourns the loss of Major General Charouck Arirachakaran
The Asian Kickboxing Confederation mourns the loss of Major General Charouck Arirachakaran, the great man and one of the leaders of Asian sport. Major General Charouck Arirachakaran was one of the lovers of combat sports and the one who took the initiative to establish the kickboxing association in Thailand in January 2009 on the occasion…… …Read More
2023-07-23 Saudi Kickboxing Federation holds technical training course
The Saudi Kickboxing Federation organised a four-day kickboxing technical training course from July 13-16, 2023. Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Fadagh from Kuwait, a member of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation Technical Committee, was invited to conduct the course. Mr. Al-Fadagh was appointed by the Asian Confederation, in coordination with the Saudi Federation, in his capacity as Development Officer…… …Read More
2023-07-09 Postponement of 6th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games to 2024
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
2023-06-28 Eid Mubarak
Dear friends, Dear members, All of the Executives of Asian Kickboxing Confederation join me in sending our warmest greeting on celebration of Eid Al-Adha to those celebrating the Eid al-Adha, and to all, we wish that GOD bless you with good health, wealth, and happiness. We wish you and your family a joyous and prosperous…… …Read More
2023-05-30 Official Report, Kickboxing competition of the 32nd SEA Games 2023 Cambodia
Dear Madam, Dear Sir We have a pleasure to address you attached the “Official Report” of Kickboxing competition of the 32nd SEA Games, Cambodia 2023 approved and signed by Euncheon Jeong Ph. D., the Technical Delegate of the Kickboxing competition of the 32nd SEA Games, Cambodia 2023. As you are informed, Kickboxing competition consisted of…… …Read More
2023-04-21 The Chinese Taipei Kickboxing Association spreading Kickboxing in Country
As part of the annual activities and in view of promotion of Kickboxing in the country, the Chinese Taipei Kickboxing Association successfully conducted on 16 April 2023 the black belt promotion exam at the New Taipei City Government Police Station Training Center with over three hundred participants. The age of participants in this promotion review…… …Read More
2023-03-15 Asian Power in Action in South East Asia
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
2023-02-17 Asian Kickboxing Confederation unveil the Muscat of Kickboxing of Cambodia 2023 -32nd South East Asian Games (SEA Games),
Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to unveil the Muscat of Kickboxing competition of Cambodia 2023 – 32nd South East Asian Games (SEA Games), Kickboxing competition of the Cambodia 2023 – 32nd South East Asian Games (SEA Games), will be held from 11 to 16 May 2023 in Phnom Penh (Cambodia) at Indoor Stadium, Olympic Complex.…… …Read More
2023-02-07 Asian Kickboxing Confederation declaration about sadness tragic earthquake in Turkey and Syria
Asian Kickboxing family is deeply saddened by the tragic events that took place in Turkey and Syria. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the victims and people who are affected by the earthquakes. With deep sympathy and solidarity Public Relations Department Asian Kickboxing Confederation… …Read More
2022-12-30 Asian Kickboxing Championship 2022 Bangkok what a great success
Asian Kickboxing Confederation organized Asian Kickboxing Championships 2022 in Bangkok from 11-18 December in Thai Japan Youth center with a great success. The Asian Championships was organized with collaboration of Kickboxing Association of Thailand under direct supervision of President Nassiri and Euncheon Jeong Ph. D. the Chairman of Technical Committee and member of the Board…… …Read More
2022-10-25 Asian Confederation conducted the seminar in Phnom Penh
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
2022-08-09 Central Luzon Kickboxing Invitational Open 2022
Manila, Philippinnes : Samahang Kickboxing ng Pilipinas Announced that the Central Luzon Kickboxing Invitational Open 2022 was held on August 3 – 6, 2022 at SMX Convention Center, Olongapo City, Philippines. The Central Luzon Kickboxing Invitational Open 2022 served as the 1st regional qualifying to the Philippine National Kickboxing Championship 2022 to be held at Music Hall,…… …Read More
2022-08-01 Asian Kickboxing Confederation mourns the loss of its brilliant athletes from South East Asia
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
2022-07-19 Asian Kickboxing Championships 2022 will be held in Bangkok (Thailand)
Dear Members, The Asian Kickboxing Confederation has a pleasure to inform you the dates and place of Asian Kickboxing Championships 2022. Dates: 10 to 18 of December 2022 including competition dates, Arrival date: 10 or 11 of December 2022 latest, Departure date: 18 of December 2022 everybody is free to leave Place: Bangkok – Thailand,…… …Read More
2022-05-16 Kickboxing a ‘great success’ at SEA Games in Vietnam
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
2022-05-08 SUNDAY 31st SEA Games Vietnam 2021 OFFICIAL DAILY PROGRAM
31st SEA Games Vietnam 2021 OFFICIAL DAILY PROGRAM, SUNDAY 08 May 2022 31st SEA Games Vietnam 2021 … …Read More
2022-02-22 Inclusion of Kickboxing sport as official sport in 2023 Cambodia 32nd SEA Games.
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
2022-01-16 Official Declaration about dissident activities
TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE ASIAN KICKBOXING CONFEDERATION (WAKO ASIA) Dear Sir/Madam, I present to you the best greetings of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation and would like to refer to you the following: By our circular of 05 December 2021, we brought to your attention some facts and attempt of interference in different ways in…… …Read More
2022-01-02 WADA’s 2022 Prohibited List now in force
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
2021-12-23 Year-end Message by Mr. Nasser Nassiri, the President of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation
Dear Members, Dear Colleagues, Dear friends, On this occasion, where the 2021-year ends, it is a good moment to look back on what we missed to accomplish and what we accomplished. Our prestigious Kickboxing competition of the 6th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games and 31st South East Asian Games and finally Asian Championships, all…… …Read More
2021/12/16 – WADA’s 2022 Prohibited List comes into force on 1 January
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
2021-11-09 WADA publishes update Therapeutic Use Exemption Physician guideline and checklists reflecting changes concerning injectable Glucocorticoids
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) publishes the following updated Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) Physician Guidelines and Checklists, which reflect the latest rule changes regarding injectable routes of administration of glucocorticoids (GCs) coming into force on 1 January 2022 under the 2022 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List). TUE Physician Guidelines TUE Physician Guidelines aim to guide and assist…… …Read More
2021-10-20 Postponement of 6th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games
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
2021-09-26 Notice information about the Kickboxing competition of the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games 2021
Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to release the Notice information about the Kickboxing competition of the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games 2021 The notice information is addressed to the attention of the President, and the Secretary General of the National Kickboxing Federations/Associations members of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA). The notice is explanatory…… …Read More
2021-09-02 Asian Kickboxing Confederation unveil the Muscat of Kickboxing of 6th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games 2021
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
2021-08-30 Asian Kickboxing Confederation congratulate WAKO European Kickboxing Federation for inclusion of Kickboxing in 2023 European Games
On 30 August 2021, the European Olympic Committee announced inclusion of Kickboxing and Beach Soccer increasing the total number of sports for 2023 European Games to 20. The European Olympic committee in its press release among others declared : “Kickboxing, which has recently been proposed for full Olympic status, brings the total number of sports…… …Read More
2021-08-19 The annual intercontinental Kickboxing online seminar attracts over 150 participants including participation of special guest “Buakaw”
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
2021-07-20 WAKO granted full recognition by IOC
Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to announced that following the recommendation of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board to grant full recognition to six International Federations (World Association of Kickboxing Organisations (WAKO), International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA), International Sambo Federation (FIAS), International Cheerleading Union (ICU), International Federation Icestocksport (IFI), World Lacrosse (WL)), the International…… …Read More
2021-06-24 The meeting of Kuwait Olympic Committee’s Executives with Kuwait Kickboxing Committee executives
On June 21, 2021 Mr. Abdulaziz Alfadagh the Chairman and Mr. Ali Hussain, the Secretary General of the Kuwait Kickboxing Committee have visited the Kuwait Olympic Committee and had opportunity to meet with H.E Sheikh Fahad Nasser Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al-Sabah the President and Sheikh Mubarak Faisal Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al…… …Read More
2021-06-12 Kickboxing As Asian Olympic Games
Dear all, On behalf of Mr. Euncheon Jeong, the Chairman of Technical Committee of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation, we would like to inform and clarify that in Asia, the Kickboxing sport was recognized by Olympic Council of Asia on 9 September 2005 which is governing body of all sport in Asia. Therefore Asian Kickboxing Confederation…… …Read More
2021-06-11 SEA Games Federation votes against postponement of 2021 SEA Games
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
2021-06-06 The Asian Kickboxing Confederation congratulate Hon. Dr. Hussein Al-Muslim, on his election as the new FINA President.
Mr. Nasser Nassiri, President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation wrote a letter of congratulations to Dr. Husain Al-Musallam shortly after his election as new President of FINA, the world swimming governing body which, took place during the FINA General Congress 2021 in Doha, on Saturday June 5, 2021. President of the Asian governing body extend to …… …Read More
2021-05-28 Saudi Arabia to host World Combat Games 2023
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
2021-05-27 Training session of Kuwait Kickboxing Team
Asian Power in action in Kuwait On the occasion of the opening of the Kuwait Olympic Committee headquarters in Jaber Al-Ahmad area. In the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Youth and Sports, the Kickboxing team conducted the training session in honor of the visit of His Excellency in addition to other combat committees.…… …Read More
2021-05-21 Eid Fitr Mubarak
Dear Members and friends The President and members of the Board of Directors of Asian Kickboxing Confederation wish to you all who are celebrating Eid al Fitr a very happy and blessed Eid. May Eid bring you lots of prosperity and peacefulness. Wishing you all a great day with all success, joy and happiness in…… …Read More
2021-04-19 The communication of the minutes and the confirmation of the results of the General Assembly of 7 March 2021
Dear President, Secretary General, Please find below the links where you can find the minutes of the General Assembly of 7 March 2021 and the letter from the Verbum Law Firm, the independent law firm in charge of organisation of the General Assembly of 7 March 2021, which are self-explanatory. We apologize in advance for…… …Read More
2021-04-19 Board meeting of Gyeonggi-do Kickboxing Association
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
2021-04-17 Indonesian National Team Qualification
Asian Power in Action in Indonesia Indonesian Kickboxing (PPKBI) organized its national team qualification/selection on 5th and 6th April, 202 at Nam Hotel Center, Jakarta. This was the second part of qualification/selection with around 100 participation. The first part of qualification/selection took place recently with more than 300 participants. The restricted sanitary rules complying with…… …Read More
2021-04-13 Message from President Nassiri at the occasion of holy month of Ramadan
Dear friends, Dear members, To those celebrating the Ramadan, I wish a holy month of mercy and blessings. May God bring countless moments of happiness and joy in your life. I wish you and your family from the deeps of my heart a very happy Ramadan. Nasser Nassiri President Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)… …Read More
2021-03-31 Re-starting of Kickboxing competition activities in Kyrgyz Republic
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic Re-starting of Kickboxing competition activities in Kyrgyz Republic After the recent publication of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation guideline related to restart of the Kickboxing activities, one of the most anticipated sporting events took place last weekend in Bishkek, the capital city of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Kickboxing Championships of the Kyrgyz Republic…… …Read More
2021-03-26 Information about suspension of National Kickboxing Federation NG
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
2021-03-25 Vietnam Kickboxing Cup 2021 in Binh Dinh Vietnam
Asian Power in action in Vietnam Once again in action. Vietnam getting ready for another wonderful experience. Vietnam Kickboxing Cup 2021 in Binh Dinh Vietnam . Binh Dinh – the coastal city in central part of Vietnam – seen as the land of Vietnamese Martial Arts . The opening ceremony with 29 kickboxing Teams ,…… …Read More
2021-02-20 Asian Kickboxing Confederation announces the General Assembly on 7 March 2021
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
2021-02-01 Official call notice for the next General Assembly of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)
Dear Voting Members of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)We would like to infrm you that:Pursuant to Article 17 and Article 23 (paragraph E) of the Statutes of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), official call notice for the next General Assembly of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) which, will take place on Sunday 7th March 2021,…… …Read More
2021-01-14 Information about suspension of Jordan Association of Spots Kickboxing, and its members as affiliated members of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation
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
2021-01-14 Postponement of 6th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games
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 21st to 30th of May 2021 have been postponed. The OCA released a statement on January 14 to say that the situation regarding the global COVID-19 pandemic, travel…… …Read More
2021-01-13 Information about suspension of members of Kickboxing Federation of Singapore 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 informed on the suspension of the relevant Member, we would like to bring to your attention the following: The Board…… …Read More
2021-01-01 WADA reminds stakeholders that the 2021 World Anti-Doping Code, International Standards and Athletes’ Anti-Doping Rights Act are now in force
The World Anti-Doping Agency reminds stakeholders that, effective today, the 2021 World Anti-Doping Code (Code); the following International Standards (Standards); and, the Athletes’ Anti-Doping Rights Act (Act) have entered into force. The documents, which were subject to a two-year stakeholder consultation process, were approved on 7 November 2019 during the Agency’s World Conference on Doping in Sport that was held in…… …Read More
2021-01-01 Happy New Year
Dear members, Dear friends, On the road to success, the rule is to always to look ahead. May you reach your destination, and may your journey be wonderful. Sending you the warmest Thoughts and best Wishes for happy and successful Year ahead. Happy New Year Nasser NassiriPresident of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)… …Read More
2020-12-31 Postponement and deadline for payment of the annual affiliation fee for Year 2020
Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) We would like by present circular to inform all member and in particular the members who are in default with the payment of the annual affiliation fee of their federation/association for year 2020 that the Board of Directors during their meeting held yesterday on 30 December 2020, decided to postponement…… …Read More
2020-12-31 Circular information Notice related to the re-start of the Kickboxing sport activities in the context of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Dear President, Dear Secretary General, As you are informed, the COVID-19 vaccination’s campaign is in program of many countries in near future and encourage the countries to restart their sport activities in general and of course Kickboxing sport activities which must take place in strict compliance with the Anti COVID-19 prescribed measures. Part of our…… …Read More
2020-12-24 Merry Christmas,and happy holiday season.
Dear members, Dear friends, To the members and friends who celebrating the Christmas, I wish you and your families a Merry Christmas,and wishing you all a very happy holiday season. Nasser Nassiri President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)… …Read More
2020-12-18 Inauguration of the opening ceremony of the Kickboxing Musical Form Virtual championships in Indonesia
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
2020-12-12 Korean Kickboxing Association held online Referee and Coaches seminar
On Saturday 12 December 2020, the national Referee/Judges and Coaches seminar was organized by Korean Kickboxing Association the governing body of Kickboxing in South Korea. Ph.D. Euncheon Jeong, Vice President and Chairman of the Technical Council of Korea Kickboxing Association, led the Seminar and addressed the important topics such as Kickboxing grading program of Asian…… …Read More
2020-12-02 Circular information Notice and Exhibit Information Form
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
2020-11-09 WADA publishes Guide to strengthening National Anti-Doping Organizations’ operational independence
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has published a Guide for the Operational Independence of National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs) that will support them in strengthening and reinforcing their operational independence as required by the revised World Anti-Doping Code (Code) that was approved in November 2019 and comes into force on 1 January 2021. Following an exhaustive consultation process, Article 20.5.1…… …Read More
2020-10-26 Vietnam get ready for AIMAG 2021
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
2020-09-30 Condolences – H. H Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah, Amir of Kuwait
In the name of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, the Kuwait sports leaders and our friends, the people of Kuwait following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of Kuwait, “The humanitarian leader”, “The popular leader”, “Father of all”. Our thoughts…… …Read More
2020-09-25 Formal Notice about non-recognized virtual seminar
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
2020-09-17 WADA to host six additional ‘live’ webinars in October
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) publishes today the Agency’s ‘live’ webinar schedule for October, which encompasses webinars being offered as part of the following previously announced series: A series that is part of WADA’s 2021 Code Implementation Support Program (CISP), which was launched on 4 May; and A series that is athlete-led for athletes, which was announced by…… …Read More
2020-09-13 Circular information about the payment of the annul affiliation fee
Dear Members, Following the decision of the Board of Directors of 27 September 2019, to decrease the annual affiliation fee and its implementation starting January 2020, we made available to you, the information on 02 October 2019, via our website “Formal notice” circular: “Formal notice – Implementation of annual affiliation membership’s fee starting January 2020”…… …Read More
2020-09-07 Official Declaration of WAKO ASIA President
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN Dear Members, friends and supporters, We have been informed that various propaganda emanated from Mr. Mohammad Ghasem Manoucheri, the individual who you are probably informed of his credibility providing the various false statements and documents misleading the official sports authorities in different countries especially Asian countries. According to the…… …Read More
2020-09-03 Important information – Kickboxing Competition of 6th Asian Indoor Martial Arts Games
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
2020-08-12 Happy Birthday His Excellency Sheikh Ahmad Al Fahad Al Sabah
HAPPY BIRTHDAY On behalf of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and its members, I wish to the President of Olympic Council of Asia, His Excellency Sheikh Ahmad Al Fahad Al Sabah, a very happy birthday today. The Asian Kickboxing Confederation thanks Sheikh Ahmad for his continued devotion to sport throughout the continent and his…… …Read More
2020-08-06 Asian Kickboxing Confederation lost a true and a loyal friend
With deep regret and pain that we announced the loss of Mr Mohammad Youssef who suddenly passed away few hours agon on 5 August 2020 in his hometown Damascus (Syria). Mohammad was one of the pioneer of combat sport in Syria conducting his activates in Muay Thai and Kikboxing.…… …Read More
2020-07-29 Postponement of the 2020 Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Championships
Following our communication on 2 December 2019, announcing the organization of 2020 Asian Kickboxing Championships, in South Korea, please find attached the letter from Mr. Nasser Nassiri, the President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) which is explanatory itself in connection to the postponement of the 2020 Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Championships. The 2020…… …Read More
2020-07-23 SEA Games Federation Council confirms host countries
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
2020-07-21 Vietnam Kickboxing Association organizing the Junior Kickboxing championships (Low Kick style)
Vietnam Kickboxing Association organizing the Junior Kickboxing championships (Low Kick style) with more than 400 registered athletes from 38 provinces across the country. The competition is organized from 20 to 28 July in Nghe An , central province of Vietnam . At provincial stadium called Vinh Stadium in Vinh city. The Technical and Judges/Referees seminar…… …Read More
2020-07-13 WAKO World Championship 2020 for children, cadets and juniors have been canceld
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
2020-06-18 WADA publishes final designed version of Athletes’ Anti-Doping Rights Act
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to publish, in English and French, the final designed version of the Athletes’ Anti-Doping Rights Act (Act), which WADA’s Athlete Committee developed over two and half years in consultation with thousands of athletes and stakeholders worldwide. The purpose of the Act, which is based on the 2021 World…… …Read More
2020-06-16 Great Asian Power lead by Vietnam
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
2020-06-14 First collective Kickboxing Activity in Kyrgystan after the lockdown with collaboration of National Olympic Committee of Kyrgyz Republic
First collective Kickboxing Activity in Kyrgystan after the lockdown with collaboration of National Olympic Committee of Kyrgyz Republic Kyrgyzstan Kickboxing Federation organized judge and referee seminar on the south of Kyrgyzstan on 12 and 13 June 2020 with respect of rules set by local health authority related to COVID 19. These events were initiated by…… …Read More
2020-05-29 Kickboxing sport has been confirmed in AIMAG 6, Thailand 2021
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
2020-05-23 Happy “Eid Mubarak”
Dear friends, Dear members, All of the executives of Asian Kickboxing Federation (WAKO ASIA) joins me in sending our warmest greeting on Eid al-Fitr to those celebrating the Eid Al-Fitr, and to all, we wish the blessing of Allah fill your life with happiness and open all the door of success now and always. “Eid…… …Read More
2020-05-08 WADA publishes ‘live’ webinar schedule for May as part of its 2021 Code Implementation Support Program
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
2020-04-23 Have a blessed Ramadan Kareem.
Dear friends, Dear members, To those celebrating the Ramadan, on my name and the name of Asian Kickboxing Federation (WAKO ASIA) I wish to have a blessed Ramadan Kareem. Let the spirit of Ramadan remain in your hearts and light up your souls from within, Have a blessed Ramadan Kareem. Nasser Nassiri President of Asian…… …Read More
2020-04-17 WAKO IRAN Kickboxing Association (WAKO IRAN) launches Fight against Corona Cup
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
2020-04-11 Happy Easter
Dear friends, Dear colleagues, To those celebrating the Easter, I wish you and your family a joyous and blessed and wish for all of you a happy holiday. Social distancing isn’t a personal choice. It’s an ethical duty. We should foreground our commitment to the common good in the fight against coronavirus. Please Stay home,…… …Read More
2020-02-04 The World Games in Birmingham, Alabama, moves to JULY 2022
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
2020-03-25 Inclusion of Kickboxing Sport in 5th Islamic Solidarity Games Organising Committee
We have a pleasure to announce the inclusion of Kicboxing Sport in 5th Islamic Solidarity Games Organising Committee which will take place in Konya, Republic of Turkey from 20th to 29th August 2021. More information will be publish as soon as they become available. Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Public Relations Department… …Read More
2020-02-21 WADA update regarding testing of Chinese athletes in light of coronavirus
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) confirms that the China Anti-Doping Agency (CHINADA) will resume testing this week following a temporary suspension, initiated on 3 February, of its testing program on mainland China due to the coronavirus, also known as Covid-19. WADA, the global regulator of anti-doping, has been closely monitoring the situation and has remained…… …Read More
2020-02-18 Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) fights against Corona virus:
Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) by the present would like to inform all athletes, coaches and leaders of Kickboxing Federations/Associations members that they should take seriously the risk of Corona virus in their respectives communities. You are requested to respect the following rules : Wash your hands frequently:…… …Read More
2020-02-16 Kickboxing Referee Seminar for WAKO IRAN West Zone Members
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
2020-01-02 WADA publishes 2020 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods inforce on 1 January 2020
WADA publishes 2020 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods On 30 September 2019, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) publishes the 2020 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List); the 2020 Summary of Major Modifications and Explanatory Notes; and the 2020 Monitoring Program. The List, which was approved by WADA’s Executive Committee (ExCo) on 23 September 2019, comes into…… …Read More
2019-12-14 Kickboxing competition of 30th SEA Games Philippines 2019 ended with the great success
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
2019-12-02 Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Championships 2020 / Qualification Combat Games and World Games
Dear Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) members, On behalf of Mr. Nasser Nassiri, the President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), we would like to inform you that next Asian Championships 2020 which some of the styles and categories will also serve as qualification for both Combat Games Only Point fighting and Full contact (May…… …Read More
2019-10-02 Formal notice – Implementation of annual affiliation membership’s fee starting January 2020
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
2019-09-28 Bookmark and Share WADA publishes 2019 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods
Today, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published the 2019 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List); the 2019 Summary of Major Modifications and Explanatory Notes; and the 2019 Monitoring Program. The List, which was approved by WADA’s Executive Committee (ExCo) on 20 September 2018, comes into force on 1 January 2019. The List, which is…… …Read More
2019-09-27 Kickboxing Day in Asia 9 September
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
2019-09-10 Nasser Nassiri participation as Special Guest at the Summit (CIS)
Nasser Nassiri, President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and Vice President of the World Kickboxing Organization (WAKO), participated as a special guest at the Regional Forum for the CIS, the Baltic States and Georgia 2019. The Forum was hosted and held from 1st to 4 September 2019 in Issyk-Kul (Kyrgystan) by the Kyrgyz Olympic…… …Read More
2019-07-11 Inclusion of Kickboxing sport under WAKO IRAN umbrella in Iran 2nd Sport Talents Olympiad 2019
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
2019-07-05 WADA publishes Therapeutic Use Exemption Checklists in four additional languages
On 4 July 2019, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published a series of Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) Checklists, which provide guidance and support to athletes, their physicians and Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) during the TUE application process. These Checklists are based on the TUE Committee Guidelines (TUEC Guidelines) (Medical Information to Support the Decisions of TUECs…… …Read More
2019-05-10 Nur-Sultan to host 2021 World Combat Games
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
2019-05-05 Have a blessed Ramadan Kareem.
Dear friends, Dear members, To those celebrating the Ramadan, I on my name and the name of Asian Kickboxing Federation (WAKO ASIA) wish to have a blessed Ramadan Kareem. Let the spirit of Ramadan remain in your hearts and light up your souls from within Have a blessed Ramadan Kareem. Nasser Nassiri President of Asian…… …Read More
2019-04-30 OFFICIAL DECLARATION
OFFICIAL DECLARATION Dear members, Dear friends It came to our attention that a dissident person from India Santhosh Agrawal who is also under sanction and expulsed from Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) has recently created a page in face book under name “WAKO South Asian Federation”. We would like to inform all WAKO ASIA and…… …Read More
2019-04-08 OFFICIAL DECLARAION
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERNE It has recently came to our attention that the non-official organization called WKU which pretend being World Kickboxing and Karate Union plan to organize the so-called “3rd Open Asian Kickboxing Championships 2019 Lebanon” with collaboration of Lebanon Federation of Kickboxing Sports from 12 to 14 April 2019. Asian Kickboxing Confederation…… …Read More
2019-04-01 Kickboxing Sport included in SEA Games 2021 Haoni (Vietnam)
Another victory for Asian Power Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to announce inclusion of Kickboxing Sport in SEA Games 2021 Haoni (Vietnam). The 2021 Southeast Asian Games, also known as the 31st SEA Games, are scheduled for October 2021 in the city of Hanoi, Vietnam and will have likely 30-36 sports, mainly those played at…… …Read More
2019-03-28 Kickboxing Federation of Singapore, held athletes qualification for Kickboxing competition of upcoming SEA Games 2019
Kickboxing Federation of Singapore, athlete’s qualification for Kickboxing competition of upcoming SEA Games 2019 during the national championships held from 22 to 24 March, concluded with resounding success! It was a high standard of kickboxing competition organised by Kickboxing Federation of Singapore, supported by National sport authorities and Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA). The competition…… …Read More
2019-03-21 Asian Kickboxing Confederation pay tributes to Mr EuyWoong Mah
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
2019-01-01 WADA 2019 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods Now in Force
On 1st January 2019, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announces that its 2019 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List), which was first published on 28 September 2018, enters into force today (1 January). The List, which is one of six International Standards that are mandatory for all Signatories of the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), designates what substances and methods are prohibited both…… …Read More
2018-12-16 Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) delegation at SEA Games First Technical Delegates Meeting
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
2018-11-30 Three AIMS IFs Gain IOC Provisional Recognition
Tokyo, 30th November 2018 Three AIMS IFs Gain IOC Provisional Recognition Posted by AIMS History has been made in Tokyo on the 30th November 2018, when the IOC Executive Board recognised FIAS (Federation Internationale de Sambo), FILx (Federation of International Lacrosse) and WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) who were given provisional recognition…… …Read More
2018-11-30 WAKO granted provisional recognition by IOC
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
2018-11-27 Kickboxing sport has been included in SEA Games 2019 Philippines
Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) is pleased to announce, the inclusion of Kickboxing sport in prestigious SEA Games 2019 Philippines. The 2019 SEA Games, officially known as the 30th Southeast Asian Games and commonly is a regional multi-sport event that will take place in the Philippines in November and December 2019.…… …Read More
2018-11-20 President of WAKO ASIA and Vice President of WAKO pay honor to Dr. Zoltan Pall
Mr. Nassiri, President of WAKO ASIA and Vice President of WAKO pay honor to Dr. Zoltan Pall Dear WAKO Members, Dear friends, As the President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) the only continent where the Kickboxing sport is recognized by International Olympic Committee continental Division (Olympic Council of Asia “OCA”) and on the name…… …Read More
2018-10-25 Presidents of the WAKO Continental Confederations pay tributes to Mr. Borislav Pelevic
Tributes from Nasser Nassiri Vice President WAKO, President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), Paulo Zorello Vice President WAKO, President of Panamerican Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO PANAM) and Emmanuel Essissma member of the Board of WAKO, President of African Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO AFRICA) respectively. Dear WAKO Continental Members, Dear friends, As the Continental Kickboxing Confederation Presidents,…… …Read More
2018-10-19 1000 days to go! IWGA 2021
Preparing for The World Games 2021 in Birmingham (USA) From today, Friday 19 October 2018 it’s 1000 days to go to The World Games 2021. Visit the below link to find out what’s happening! https://www.facebook.com/TWG2021/ https://twitter.com/TWG2021BHM https://www.instagram.com/twg2021bhm/ http://theworldgames2021.com/… …Read More
2018-10-14 President Nassiri pay tributes to Mr. Patrick Bauman
Tributes from Mr. Nasser Nassiri, President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and Vice President of World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO): Mr. Nassiri President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), Vice President of World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO), expressed his profound sadness of the demise of Mr. Partick Baumann, President of Global Association…… …Read More
2018-09-21 WADA Executive Committee approves the 2019 prohibited list
Yesterday, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) issued a media release related to the reinstatement of the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) as compliant with the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), subject to strict conditions. Meeting in the Seychelles upon the invitation of the National Sports Council of the Seychelles, WADA’s Executive Committee (ExCo) primarily focused on this…… …Read More
2018-06-30 WADA’s 2019 Annual Symposium / WADA’s 2019 World Conference on Doping in Sport
Save the dates: The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) kindly asks its stakeholders to ‘save the dates’ for: 1. WADA’s 2019 Annual Symposium that will be held from Wednesday, 13 March to Thursday, 14 March 2019 at the SwissTech Convention Center in Lausanne, Switzerland. The WADA Symposium, which is the main event on the annual global…… …Read More
2018-05-14 Asian Kickboxing Confederation Championships 2018 (Cholpon-Ata (Kyrgyzstan)
Asian Kickboxing Confederation Championships 2018, 14 countries met in Issyk-Kul (Kyrgyzstan) Once again “A great success” for Asian members! After the successful organization of Asian Championships in April 2017 which was postponed from 2016 to early 2017, Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) leaded by its President Mr. Nasser Nassiri with collaboration of Kyrgyzstan Kickboxing Federation…… …Read More
2018-04-30 WADA appoints Sébastien Gillot director of the European Office and of International Federation Relations
The World Anti-Doping Agency announces the appointment of Sébastien Gillot as Director of the , European Regional Office and International Federation Relations. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sébastien Gillot as Director, European Regional Office and International Federation Relations. Mr. Gillot will assume the role, in Lausanne, Switzerland on…… …Read More
2018-04-14 President of WAKO ASIA met with President of National Sports Committee of Indonesia
Nasser Nassiri, President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) met with the President of National Sports Committee of Indonesia On Friday 13 April 2018, Mr. Nassiri President of WAKO ASIA and Vice President of WAKO met with Major Gen. (Ret)Tono Suratman President of Indonesian Olympic Committee in the Headquarters of NOC in Jakarta. Various issues…… …Read More
2018-03-04 Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) 2018 Championships – Kyrgyzstan
Dear Asian members and friends, Following our previous communications, we are pleased on behalf of President and the members of the Board of Directors of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) to confirm that with the collaboration of Kyrgyzstan National Kickboxing Federation, we will organization the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)’s Championships 2018 (Senior Divisions all…… …Read More
2018-03-04 Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Championships (Seniors & Cadets/Juniors Divisions 2018 and 2020)
Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Championships (Seniors Divisions 2018 & 2020 and Cadets/Juniors Divisions 2019 & 2021) Dear Asian members and friends, We are following our recent communication in connection to the previous emails information sent to you in connection to the dates and place of Asian Kickboxing Confederation(WAKO ASIA)’s Champions 2018 and 2020 and…… …Read More
2018-02-28 Official invitation and President welcom words for African Kickboxing Championships April 2018
Official invitation and President welcom words for African Kickboxing Championships from 23 to 28 April 2018 in Yaoundé, Cameron. Dear friends and brothers of African countries, As President of La Fédération Camerounaise de Kick-Boxing & D.A, It is a great honor for us to host this year the African Nations Championship Kick-Boxing, which will take…… …Read More
2018-02-15 WADA SUSPENDS ACCREDITATION OF BUCHAREST LABORATORY
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announces the suspension of its accreditation of the Bucharest laboratory in Romania for a period of six months. This suspension was imposed due to a number of non-conformities with the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL), which on 29 November 2017, resulted in the laboratory being provisionally suspended. Since that date,…… …Read More
2018-01-12 Official Seminar and Evaluation (Degree, practical Training/Coaching and Referees) in Tehran/Iran
We are pleased to announce that on 12 January 2018, WAKO Iran Kickboxing Association (WAKO IRAN) hosted a technical assessment period (degree), practical Training/coaching and Referees seminar in the men’s section in Tehran/Iran at the National Teams Training Hall at Azadi Sports Complex one of the biggest sport complex in Iran. More than 200 coaches,…… …Read More
2018-01-01 Mr. Nassiri, Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) President’s New Year Greeting for 2018
Asian Kickboxing Competitions year and the start of another successful year for Asian Kickboxing Confederation’s (WAKO ASIA) members. On behalf of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), I would like to wish everyone a very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year 2018. The 2018 year is extra special for us, as it will bring first…… …Read More
2017-12-22 Korean Kickboxing Association (WAKO KOREA) held its elective General Assembly on 19 December 2017
The Korean Kickboxing Association (WAKO Korea) held its elective General Assembly on 19 December 2017 at Hilton Seoul millennium. Eui-Woong Mah, the president of WAKO Korea during last 8 years could not renew his position according to Korean national law and Korean Olympic Committee, which provide a maximum of two mandates. Mr. Eui-Woong Mah, became…… …Read More
2017-12-01 First National Women Kickboxing Elite National Tournament in Chinese Taipei
What a great success again for Asian members, We are proud to announce that Chinese Taipei Kickboxing Association leaded with its President Mr. Horacion Daniel Obon under the guideline and supervision of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)’s and in cooperation with XinQiu Goin/Weilai entertainment TV production (A famous national TV channel) have successfully organized the…… …Read More
2017-10-03 WADA publishes 2018 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods
Montreal, 29 September 2017 – Today, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) publishes the 2018 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List); along with, the 2018 Summary of Major Modifications and Explanatory Notes. The List, which was approved by WADA’s Executive Committee on 24 September 2017, comes into force on 1 January 2018. The List, which is one of five International Standards…… …Read More
2017-09-30 Medals at the Ashgabat 2017 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games.
Kickboxing competition of 2017 Ashgabat 5th Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games ended with great success after 4 days competition at the Muaythai Kickboxing Arena from Saturday 23 September to Tuesday 26 September. Turkmen Merdan Mamedow, (Kick Light -69kg), Muhammet Altybayew (Low Kick -63.5kg), H Geldimammedow (Kick Light -74kg) and Gocmyrat Jumanyyazow (Low Kick -71kg)…… …Read More
2017-09-28 Kickboxing competition of 2017 Ashgabat Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games ended with the great success
Kickboxing competition of 2017 Ashgabat Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games ended with the great success, The event started on 22 September with weigh in and medical check and competition started on 23 September at 10 am with participation of 18 National Olympic Committee presenting the Kickboxing Team with over then 200 athletes and team…… …Read More
2017-09-07 Nasser Nassiri, is re-elected as WAKO IRAN President,
Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Public Relations has a pleasure to announce the re-election of Mr Nasser Nassiri President of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and Vice President of WAKO, as President of WAKO Iran Kickboxing Association (WAKO IRAN) by unanimous decision. The General Assembly took place on September 7, 2017, at the I. R…… …Read More
2017-08-03 FISU recognises Kickboxing and three other sports
We are plese to inform our memebers that following the recognition in last May of Dance Sport and Flying Disc, FISU has accepted the application dossiers submitted by WAKO and other three international sport federations. The University Sports Movement has now welcomed Kickboxing as well as Bandy, Finswimming, and Powerlifting as FISU recognised sports. WAKO…… …Read More
2017-06-12 WAKO ASIA DO NOT RECOGNIZED MEETING HELD ON 11 JUNE BY SUSPENDED MEMBER OF WAKO INDIA AS THE LEGAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Dear Members, After recent publication of news in WAKO web and WAKO Facebook pages, Which created a lot of confusion among our members we feel necessary to make the following statement. We would like to inform you that Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) do not recognized the meeting held on 11 June 2017 by suspended…… …Read More
2017-05-04 Asian Kickboxing Confederation Championships 2016/2017 (Ashgabat-Turkmenistan)
Asian Kickboxing Confederation Championships 2016/2017, 15 countries met in Turkmenistan What A great success again! After the successful organization of K1 Rules Asian Championships in 12 Categories during September 2016, Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) chaired and leaded by its President Mr. Nasser Nassiri, organized the Asian Kickboxing Confederation Championships from the 24th – 30th of April…… …Read More
2017-03-07 Syrian Kickboxing Federation held national Championships in Latakia (Syria)
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
2017-03-06 Bilateral pro-sport and cultural activities between WAKO IRAN and Azerbaijan Kickboxing Federation
Baku, Azerbaijan, March 6, 2017: Within the framework of bilateral cultural and sport collaborations between WAKO IRAN Kickboxing Organization (WAKO IRAN) and Azerbaijan Kickboxing Federation, Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) co-organized with Azerbaijan Kickboxing Federation the Kickboxing Professional Tournament in Baku, Azerbaijan on Friday 3rd March 2017 as part of series of International Professional Kickboxing…… …Read More
2017-02-27 Information Package & Visa Request Form for WAKO ASIA Championships 2016/2017
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
2017-02-03 WAKO ASIA Championships in Ashgabat (Turkmenistan)
Dear Asian members and friends, By this short email, on behalf of the President of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) and members of the Board of Directors, I would like to inform you the date and place of WAKO ASIA Kickboxing Championships 2016/2017 (Full Contact, Low Kick, Point Fighting, Kick Light, Light Contact and…… …Read More
2016-11-07 WADA list of prohibited substances 2017
TO ALL WAKO ASIA MEMBERS For your information please find here below attached the List of Prohibited Substances for 2017, that you can find available also undera Anti-Doping Update page on WAKO ASIA website. Attachments List of prohibited Substances 2017 WADA summary of modifications final 2016-09-29… …Read More
2016-10-31 NEWS RELEASE: WADA statement regarding renewed NADO anti-doping reform proposals Montreal
NEWS RELEASE: WADA statement regarding renewed NADO anti-doping reform proposals Montreal, 27 October 2016 The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) acknowledges the reaffirmed anti-doping reform proposals made yesterday by global leaders representing National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs) at a special summit hosted by NADA Deutschland in Bonn, Germany. The proposals, which were first presented during the special…… …Read More
2016-10-09 WAKO Asian Kickboxing Championships 2016 Cheongju- Korea 5th to 8th September 2016
What a great success ! 2016 WAKO Asian Kickboxing Championships K1 Rules were held successesfully from 5th to 8th September 2016 in Cheongju (Korea) under the auspices of 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships. Extraordinary work was done with more than a year collaboration by both Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA) Organizing Committee headed by Nasser…… …Read More
2016-09-03 WAKO Asia held its General Assembly in Cheongju, South Korea
WAKO ASIA has a pleasure to announce that it was held on 3 September 2016 in Cheongju (South Korea), it’s Ordinary General Assembly as had been announced. Nasser Nassiri WAKO (IF) Vice President, President of WAKO ASIA and President of WAKO IRAN was re-elected by unanimous decision by WAKO ASIA General Assembly as WAKO ASIA…… …Read More
2016-07-02 Notice of call for WAKO Asian General Assembly 2016
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
2016-06-01 Mandatory Use of ADAMS for DCFs and TUEs
Dear members, We are pleased to inform you the following information about Mandatory Use of ADAMS for DCFs and TUEs In order to reinforce the existing requirements of the 2015 World Anti-Doping Code (Code) (Article 14.5); as well as the International Standards for Testing and Investigations (ISTI) (Article 4.9.1b) and Therapeutic Use Exemptions (ISTUE) (Article…… …Read More
2016-05-03 Official Visit of President of WAKO Asian Kickboxing Federation in Korea
Following official invitation of Korean authorities, Mr. Nasser Nassiri, President of WAKO Asian Kickboxing Federation and Vice President of WAKO visited South Korea from 26 April to 1 Mai 2016. During his visit, Mr. Nassiri met with Mr. Si-Jong Lee, the Governor of Chungcheongbuk-do Province of Republic of Korea, the Chairman of Cheongju World Martial…… …Read More
2016-05-03 Ritika Mohan Singh of India received award from President of India
WAKO Asia is proud to report that, today one of its athlete and member of Indian National Kickboxing federation NG (Ritika Mohan Singh) received National Film Award, from Hon. President of India Shri Pranbh Mukharji. Ritika Mohan Singh a member of Indian National Kickboxing Federation NG (WAKO India) was part of Indian Kickboxing delegation during…… …Read More
2016-04-27 Nassiri visiting Korea
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
2016-03-14 Important notice Asian Championships 2016 K1 Rules
Dear Asian members and friends, On behalf of WAKO ASIA President and the members of the Board of Directors, we would like to inform you the date and place of WAKO Asian Championships 2016 (K1 Rules style) which will be serve as final stage for qualification of Asian Athletes for 2017 World Games with collaboration…… …Read More
2016-02-22 WAKO INDIA (Cadet & Senior) and Junior National Kickboxing Championship
WAKO ASIA is pleased to announce that its Indian member, the National Kickboxing Federation N. G. (WAKO INDIA) successfully held the WAKO INDIA Cup (Cadet & Senior) & Junior National Kickboxing Championships 2015-16, in all seven styles from 16th to 21st February 2016 at Talkatora Indoor Stadium in the National Capital of India “Delhi”. The…… …Read More
2016-01-04 Anti Doping Update – 2016 Prohibited List comes into force
Dear Stakeholders, We would like to remind you that the 2016 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods took effect on 1 January 2016. The List can be downloaded from WADA’s website, consulted via the free iPhone application or accessed using other mobile devices via the Prohibited List microsite. A summary of modifications to the 2016…… …Read More
2016-11-25 Nasser Nassiri re-elected as WAKO (IF) Vice President by unanimes decision
Nasser Nassiri WAKO (IF) Vice President, President of WAKO ASIA and President of WAKO IRAN whose mandate of Vice President of WAKO (IF) of 4 years was coming to its end at the end of this year re-elected by unanimous decision by WAKO (IF) General Assembly on 24 November 2015 held in Dublin, Ireland. Accordingly,…… …Read More
2015-09-20 Nasser Nassiri participated in the 34th Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) General Assembly
Mr. Nasser Nassiri, Vice President of WAKO (IF) and President of WAKO ASIAN Kickboxing Federation (WAKO ASIA) was invited by the President of Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) HE Sheikh Ahmad Al Fahad Al Sabah to participate in the 34th OCA General Assembly, which was held on 15th and 16th September 2015 in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.…… …Read More
2015-09-04 Admiration & Awarding Ceremony of WAKO IRAN medalist’s athletes
WAKO IRAN reported that on 21 August 201, WAKO Iran leaded by Nasser Nassiri, WAKO Vice President, President of WAKO ASIA and President of WAKO Iran Kickboxing Organization (WAKO IRAN) held a meeting with some of the Delegates and Chiefs committee of WAKO Iran Kickboxing organization from Iran different provinces. The meeting held in occasion…… …Read More
2015-08-19 Dissmissal of Salim Kayici as Acting President by WAKO (IF) Vice Presidents
WAKO ASIA Public Relation Department would like by the present to inform you the communication of WAKO (IF) Administration. The communication as described in WAKO (IF) website is as follow: (click here) Decision of WAKO (IF) Vice Presidents on 19/08/2015 Dear WAKO (IF) Members, On behalf of WAKO (IF) Vice Presidents the WAKO Administration make…… …Read More
2015-08-14 WAKO ASIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015 PUNE- India 1st to 9th August 2015
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
2015-06-12 Madam Ban Soon-taek’s visit to Tajikistan Taekwondo and Kickboxing Federation
On June 9 2015, the National Taekwondo and Kickboxing Federation of Tajikistan (NTKF) welcomed the high delegation headed by Madame Ban Soon-taek, Mrs. Sumangul Tagoizoda, Minister of Labor, Migration and Employment of the Republic of Tajikistan of Tajikistan and other national and international agencies’ representatives, including UNFPA and UNICEF COs and UN Women. During the…… …Read More
2009-03-18 Foundation of Kickboxing Association in Vietnam (WAKO VIETNAM)
MR. NASSER NASSIRIL SPREADING KICKBOXING IN ASIA Mr. Nasser Nassiri, WAKO Vice President and President of WAKO Asian Continental Division, was in Ho Chi Minh City (Saygon); Vietnam in last March and after having founded and inaugurated the Vietnam Kickboxing Association “ WAKO Vietnam ” with the Vietnam Sport Authorities coordination he conducted three full…… …Read More