Azerbaijan Karate Federation
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| Membership | 15000+ |
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| Founded | 1997 |
| Location | Baku, Azerbaijan |
| President | Ulvi Guliyev |
| Vice president(s) | Fuzuli Musayev, Farid Asgarov, Rahman Hatamov, Allahverdi Rustamov |
| Secretary | Gabil Sayadov |
| Other key staff | Vusal Abdullazade (Assistant of The President) |
| Official website | |
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Azerbaijan Karate Federation (AKF) was established as the legal successor of the Association (AKFA), which had been operating since 1997. On July 27, 2023, the Association was renamed and officially registered as the Azerbaijan Karate Federation by the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Azerbaijan.[1]
Strategy for the Development of Karate and Unified System Policy
The Azerbaijan Karate Federation is the only institution in the country that ensures the development of karate under a unified system. The federation is recognized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Azerbaijan and holds the official status of national representative of the World Karate Federation (WKF) on the international stage.[2][3][4][5]
The Federation implements a comprehensive development strategy covering all directions of karate. This policy is designed to ensure the systematic growth of karate in Azerbaijan, harmonization with international standards, and the establishment of a unified management mechanism.[6]
Core Principles of the Unified System Policy
- Coordinating all branches of karate (sport karate, traditional karate, contact karate) under a single system;
- Ensuring the development of karate across regions and supporting the activities of local associations and clubs;
- Expanding mass participation to promote a healthy lifestyle and interest in sports among youth and adolescents;
- Enhancing the knowledge and skills of referees, coaches, and athletes in line with international standards;
- Implementing targeted preparation plans to achieve high results at World and European Championships, as well as other international tournaments.
Main Karate Styles Represented within the Federation
Main Line (Core Style):
- Sport Karate (WKF). [7]
Traditional Karate Styles and Associations:
Contact Karate Styles:
Legal Status and International Recognition
The Azerbaijan Karate Federation (AKF) was established as the legal successor of the Association (AKFA), which had been active since 1997. On July 27, 2023, the Association was renamed and officially registered as the Azerbaijan Karate Federation by the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Subsequently, the federation restructured its name and framework in line with international standards, and was accredited by the decision of the Collegium of the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Azerbaijan. With this status, the Azerbaijan Karate Federation operates as the only officially recognized and accredited karate federation in the country.
The AKF ensures sustainable development of karate in Azerbaijan through its unified system policy. In full compliance with the state's sports policy, the federation aims to train athletes that meet international standards and proudly represent the Azerbaijani flag in the global arena.
The federation is headed by Ulvi Guliyev, Member of Parliament, holder of 8th Dan Black Belt in Karate, Honored Worker of Physical Education and Sports of the Republic of Azerbaijan, as well as World and European Karate Champion.[15][16]
References
- ^ "Ministry of Youth and Sports". mys.gov.az. Retrieved 2025-09-07.
- ^ "European Karate Federation". WKF. Retrieved 2025-09-07.
- ^ "Azerbaijan Karate Federation officially admitted as a WKF member". olympic.az (in Azerbaijani). Retrieved 2025-09-07.
- ^ "Azerbaijan Karate Federation gains official World Karate Federation membership". azertag.az. Retrieved 2025-09-07.
- ^ "Azerbaijan Karate Federation becomes official member of WKF". Report.az. Retrieved 2025-09-07.
- ^ "Unified System Policy and Styles | AZKF.AZ - Official Website of the Azerbaijan Karate Federation" (in Azerbaijani). 2025-08-20. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "World Karate Federation". WKF. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
- ^ "General Assembly of AKF's KWU-WFKF Azerbaijan Association – PHOTO | AZKF.AZ - Official Website" (in Azerbaijani). 2025-08-20. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "Our Fudokan athletes distinguished at the European Championship returned home – PHOTO | AZKF.AZ - Official Website" (in Azerbaijani). 2025-08-20. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "Shito-Ryu traditional karate tournament concluded – PHOTO | AZKF.AZ - Official Website" (in Azerbaijani). 2025-08-20. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "22nd Open Republican Championship in Goju-Ryu Karate held – PHOTO | AZKF.AZ - Official Website" (in Azerbaijani). 2025-08-20. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "Demonstration Summer Seminar on Contact Karate Styles Held in Baku". Oxu.az (in Azerbaijani). Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "Demonstration Summer Seminar on Contact Karate Styles Organized in Baku | Sportnews.az". sportnews.az (in Turkish). 2025-05-07. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "Demonstration Summer Seminar on Contact Karate Styles Held in Baku » AzadSəs". AzadSəs. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ "Ulvi Guliyev elected President of the Karate Federation". Modern.az (in Azerbaijani). Retrieved 2025-09-07.
- ^ "New president of the Karate Federation announced". tv.ikisahil.az (in Azerbaijani). Retrieved 2025-09-07.