IFFSK KZN Regional Championship

Dear Friends

We are thrilled to extend a formal invitation to you of behalf of Hanshi Eric Govender to the International Federation of Funakoshi Shotokan Karate
This event serves to help us to return to interacting with one another and restoring old friendships and building new ones as we move forward. Traditional Karate and Kobudo is entering exciting times and we are thrilled to be able to offer a step into this new era of "Karate for All".

This event also serves as a provincial ranking championship with athletes affiliated to WUKFSA-MASA able to earn points contributing to their provincial ranking. With the continued success of WUKF SA and the WUKF National Championships, this provincial championship is set to be an exciting step forward in our journey as we now move forward under the MASA umbrella, bringing our karate community closer together and elevating the level of competition in South Africa.

Event Overview:

As we work on enhancing our national and provincial infrastructure, this event will help us further solidify our position in the competitive Karate & Kobudo world. With the support and endorsement of WUKF SA and MASA, this event will set the stage for athletes to showcase their talents as they aim to earn their spots in provincial and national teams.
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Why Participate?

This championship will provide your dojo with a fantastic opportunity to:
• Foster camaraderie and build stronger relationships within the Karate & Kobudo community.
• Expose beginners to competitive Karate & Kobudo in a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Prepare seasoned athletes for upcoming national championships and WUKF World Championships.
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Event Features:

• Tatami Floors: We are well-resourced to host up to 4 floors (7x7 tatamis), ensuring plenty of space and comfort for competitors.
• Each Floor will be managed by the electronic Kihapp system and results will be available immediately that a division is completed
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Registration Details:

• Submission: Entries must be submitted via Dojo Heads, who will handle the bulk payment and ensure all entries are correct. Individual submissions will not be accepted.
• Payment: All payments should be made by EFT directly to organization account

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Important Notes:

• Participation Confirmation: All dojos are encouraged to confirm their participation and submit entries by the deadline.
• No Refunds: As with any event, no refunds will be provided for no-shows or last-minute cancellations, so please ensure your dojo is fully prepared.
• Support Roles: We kindly ask all dojos to send officials, including referees, judges, and table officials to ensure the smooth running of the event. The success of this championship depends on everyone’s involvement.
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Join Us in Making This Championship a Success:

Let’s work together to make this event memorable, competitive, and a step forward in our journey as a unified karate community.

We look forward to welcoming all athletes, coaches, officials, and supporters to this exceptional event!

Best regards,

Sensei Denver Moonsamy
IFFSK Secretary General & Tournament Director