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The EKF is recognised as the official governing body for English Karate by the British Karate Federation, European Karate Federation and World Karate Federation.

The English Karate Federation (EKF) is set-up as a democratically elected body for English Karate to cover the whole spectrum of our martial art and to further develop an understanding administration that listens to the needs of all the many aspects of Karate from Sport to Traditional, from the youngest beginner to the most senior instructor. Read more about us

6th World Junior & Cadet Champs Morocco 2009

6th World Junior & Cadet Champs Morocco 2009
Bulletin now available

BKF Championships 2009 Venue Change

Please note the BKF Championships on 5th & 6th September will now be held at Medowbank Stadium in Edinburgh.

Notice regarding LYG to EKF members

At present the Karate event within the London Youth Game's is not run in compliance with WKF statue 21.9 therefore, members of the EKF are prohibited from participating in this event. Any members participating at this event WILL face EKF disciplinary procedures. Discussions are taking place with regards to future participation in the London Youth Games and the EKF will inform its members accordingly.

EKF Merchandise

The English Karate Federation is pleased to offer an exciting range of exclusive clothing and training items for both athlete and supporter alike.
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Recognised as the official Governing Body for English Karate by the World Karate Federation (WKF).

Member of the European Karate Federation

Member of the British Karate Federation

Member of the Central Council for Physical Recreation

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Statement from Antonio Espinós

The statement below applies in respect of any British Universities Championships (EKF, SKGB, WKGB or NIKB members) going to the 4th European championships in Cordoba Spain 16-19 July 2009.

To all European Karate Federation National Federation’s
I will keep you updated on any development produced, but please note that for the time being, and at least as far as the condition that we have the guarantee that only registrations produced through the European Karate Federation National Federation's members are accepted, not any European Karate Federation member, neither individually or through a club, is entitled to take part in events organised by EUSA, in respect of EKF and WKF Statutes.

Antonio Espinós, EKF President

WKF President's Interview re Olympics

Read an interview with WKF President, Mr Espinos concerning karate’s candidature for the Olympics.
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Report & Images from Croatia Seniors 09

Latest Images - EKF Midlands April 2009

Registrations Returns Address Change

Please note the address for Registration Returns by post and email has been updated. Please click here for further details

Latest Video - Jonathan Mottram in Estonia

EKF Coaching Guide Now In Print

EKF Coaching Guide A guide to Coaching Karate and running a club. Includes the requirements of the English Karate Federation Coaching Award scheme.

35 pages, 20.99 cm x 29.7 cm, saddle-stitch binding, black and white interior ink. Available from lulu.com for £7.50

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