Category: head-office-news

The WKF ROMANIA, headed by Grandmaster and WKF EUROPE Vice president Florin MINA, has confirmed Bucharest as the host of the 2028 WKF Kickboxing World Championships.

Beforehand, the sole official Romanian federation will hold the final qualifying event for the upcoming WKF World Championships, taking place from October 19-24 in Cartagena, Colombia, on July 18, 2026.

At the last World Championship in November 2024 in Spain, the new BOXING championship belts were presented by the World Boxing President Mr. Daniel Z. HIRLAU. He was also nominated Chief Referee by the amazing European Championships 2026 in Moldova, June 22nd to 29th.

Presidents and managers from over 70 nations from six continents were very interested in our serious BOXING / BKFC World division and delighted.

Pierre HERRERA from Chile is the first official world champion in boxing, sanctioned by the WKF, since November 22, 2024

Five current champion belts were presented for viewing by the main office of our World Boxing Federation / BKFC.

From now on we can also confirm worldwide title fights for our best BOXERS and Bare Knuckle Champions – men and women – who would like to compete for real serious title fights in

BOXING / bare knuckle

Blow by blow

and step by step

Next WKF sanctioned title fights in BOXING is already being scheduled for autumn 2025!

Things continue with two planned events in Poland and Austria and for the first time with a new WKF GEORGIAN team, probably in Tbilisi, as well as a planned event in  Bulgaria and perhaps in Yerevan, Armenia.

Anyone interested in serious boxing and bare-knuckle fighting with our real world federation should contact Daniel Z. HIRLAU by email

How do you get into the male / female world ranking?

Simply fill out fighter profiles, add a photo and send!

Effective immediately, Dr. Alexander Nikolaevich FADEEV is Head of the medical commission, responsible as coordinator for WKF to WADA. Here is a brief introduction of the expert.

Dr. Alexander Nikolaevich FADEEV

I began my medical career in 2019, working in emergency medical services, where I handled complex cases, including critical care.

I have extensive experience in intensive care and resuscitation.

Since 2019, I have also been actively involved in post-traumatic and post-surgical rehabilitation for athletes across various disciplines, including Greco-Roman wrestling, freestyle wrestling, kickboxing, fencing, and boxing.

I am proficient in a range of athlete recovery techniques, including therapeutic massage, soft manual therapy, and joint mobilization.

I hold a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation. In February 2026, I founded my own medical center specializing in rehabilitation following injuries, strokes, and surgeries.

The center serves over 600 patients monthly and offers a comprehensive range of services, including physiotherapy, therapeutic nerve blocks, PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy, and joint injections and aspirations.

A significant portion of our work is dedicated to sports medicine and the recovery of athletes.

As always, all our world rankings are updated regularly.

Every WKF champion has 12 months to defend their title.

After 18 months – without a title defense – the title expires.

Only those listed in our world rankings and holding a valid WKF license can compete for the coveted WKF titles!

For PRO-POINT fighting

For all amateurs in Chinese Sanda boxing

For amateur ring sport all PRO-AM

For real professional Champions in Ring sport

For real Champions in MMA

For real Champions in BOXING

Since December 1, 2025, we have a new, highly dedicated president and a new leadership team for WKF USA within our world federation.

Mr. Varvarenco looks forward to hearing from you by E-mail and to our global collaboration. We will be publishing the first US dates online shortly. Of course, we will once again welcome a strong and large US team – both men and women – to the World Championships in Colombia in October 2025.

You can find the official WKF USA website HERE!

My name is Alexandr VARVARENCO, and I am the President of WKF USA.
I am a highly experienced kickboxing coach and sports professional with a higher education in Physical Culture and Sports, specializing as a trainer-teacher.

I was born and trained in Tiraspol, Moldova, at the Boeс Sports Club. During my competitive career, I became a champion of Transnistria and Moldova, a medalist in international tournaments.

Silver medalist of the WAKO World Cup, and professional champion of Ukraine under WKA.

During 9 years of coaching in Transnistria, I continued to represent Boeс Sports Club, was appointed head coach, and trained athletes who became national and international champions, including a European champion and silver medalists of the World Cup and European Championships. For my contribution to sports, I was awarded the “Excellence in Physical Culture and Sports” distinction and recognized as Best Coach of 2020.

After moving to the USA, I founded GOLDEN EAGLE FIGHTING CLUB in West Sacramento, California, where over 2 years my students achieved:
• Multiple 1st places in California (IKF)
• 1st places at the USA Championship (WKA)
• Silver medals at the USA Championship (ISKA)

As President of WKF USA, I am committed to developing kickboxing in the United States, organizing high-level competitions, and nurturing the next generation of champions through professional training and athlete development.

This past weekend, the WKF European Kids Open took place in France, organized by the TAO CHIE DO club.

For this inaugural event, the competition brought together 75 competitors from 3 different countries, spread across 2 rings.

A total of 35 finals for girls and boys were contested in an excellent sporting and friendly atmosphere.

We also had the honor of welcoming the president of WKF Belgium, Fabrice DEBOIS, accompanied by representatives from several Belgian clubs.

For a first-time event, I think this Open went very well, and I would like to thank all the volunteers, coaches, referees, competitors, and the participating clubs for their involvement and support.

Next year, we will do it again with even more communication and publicity to attract more countries like Italy, Spain, and many others, to continue growing this international event.

A few photos from this beautiful day are coming right up 📸🥊

The TAO CHIE DO Club in Berlaimont, club is well-known in the region for its commitment to combat sports and martial arts.

Bonjour 

Ce week-end avait lieu l’Open Européen Kids en France, organisé par le club TAO CHIE DO.

Pour cette première édition, la compétition a réuni 75 compétiteurs venant de 3 pays différents, répartis sur 2 rings.

Au total, 35 finales filles et garçons ont été disputées dans une excellente ambiance sportive et conviviale.

Nous avons également eu l’honneur d’accueillir le président de la WKF Belgique, accompagné de plusieurs clubs belges.

Pour une première organisation, je trouve que cet Open s’est très bien déroulé et je tiens à remercier tous les bénévoles, coachs, arbitres, compétiteurs ainsi que les clubs présents pour leur participation et leur confiance.

L’année prochaine, nous remettrons cela avec encore plus de communication et de publicité afin de faire venir davantage de pays comme l’Italie, l’Espagne et bien d’autres pour continuer à faire grandir cet événement international.

Quelques photos de cette belle journée arrivent juste après 📸🥊

Le club of the TAO CHIE DO in Berlaimont, est bien connu dans la région pour son engagement dans les sports de combat et les arts martiaux. 

Locqueneux Fabrice 

Président WKF France 

As part of this year’s Summer Camp, which will take place in Kiato from July 23 to 26, the annual referee and judge seminar will be held under the auspices of the WKF World Kickboxing Federation.

Promoter WKF GREECE

The seminar will be presented by Mr. Vangelis MASTIS, International Referee and Judge, with significant experience and contribution to the field.

This initiative is part of the ongoing effort to develop, train and upgrade the level of referees and judges, enhancing the quality and credibility of the sport under the guidance of the WKF.

The best Greek international WKF referees will be nominated for the World Championship from October 19th to 24th in Colombia!

Στο πλαίσιο του φετινού Summer Camp, το οποίο θα πραγματοποιηθεί στο Κιάτο από τις 23 έως και τις 26 Ιουλίου, θα διεξαχθεί το ετήσιο σεμινάριο διαιτητών και κριτών υπό την αιγίδα της WKF World Kickboxing Federation.

Εισηγητής του σεμιναρίου θα είναι ο κ. Βαγγέλης Μαστής, International Referee and Judge B Class, με σημαντική εμπειρία και συμβολή στον χώρο.

Η πρωτοβουλία αυτή εντάσσεται στη διαρκή προσπάθεια για εξέλιξη, επιμόρφωση και αναβάθμιση του επιπέδου των διαιτητών και κριτών, ενισχύοντας την ποιότητα και την αξιοπιστία του αθλήματος υπό την καθοδήγηση της WKF.

Οι καλύτεροι Έλληνες διεθνείς διαιτητές της WKF θα προταθούν για το Παγκόσμιο Πρωτάθλημα που θα διεξαχθεί από τις 19 έως τις 24 Οκτωβρίου στην Κολομβία!

下一届中国世界大奖赛将在南宁举行！

来自六大洲的顶尖拳击手将在两个晚上进入擂台，每个晚上进行一场八人锦标赛！除了中国冠军之外，来自政界和商界的高级嘉宾也将出席这一世界盛事！当然，电视上也会有现场直播。

The next China World Grand Prix will be held in Nanning!

Top fighters from six continents will enter the ring for two nights, each night featuring an eight-man tournament! In addition to the Chinese champions, high-ranking guests from the political and business sectors will also attend this world-class event! Of course, it will be broadcast live on television.

PART TWO ON NEXT DAY

The WKF North America Congress and the US Referee Seminar took place in Sacramento and Los Angeles from May 8th to 10th.

more photos here

Representatives from several states, including Texas, were present to learn about the competition rules and updates for the upcoming World Championship.

As everyone knows, Cartagena, Colombia, will host the WKF World Championship from October 19th to 24th.

As expected, many teams from the participating states want to form a strong and large US national team and successfully represent themselves at the World Championship against the expected 2000 + strongest champions from around the world.

There are still some spots available for tatami and ring sports. But please note: no beginners or internet champions 🙂 If you and your team would like to support the USA National Team with male/female fighters and referees, simply send an email

Our WKF USA President and North America Continental Director, Alexandr VARVARENKO, was, as always, a perfect organizer and host.

WKF World President/CEO Fritz EXENBERGER from Austria was invited to lead the referee seminar.

Ms. Olena GUSLYAKOVA has been confirmed as WKF USA Chief Referee. She will subsequently organize the next referee seminars.