WAKO WORLDWIDE ISSUE 02 OUT NOW
WAKO WORLDWIDE ISSUE 02 IS OUT NOW!
The next generation. One global community. The stories shaping the future of kickboxing.
WAKO is proud to announce the release of Issue 02 of WAKO Worldwide, the official monthly magazine bringing together the people, events, achievements and developments driving kickboxing forward across the globe.
The September 2026 edition puts the spotlight on the next generation of athletes, following the WAKO World Youth Kickboxing Championships in Jesolo, Italy, where 3,700 athletes from 79 nations, representing 4,874 entries, came together on one global stage.
But WAKO Worldwide goes far beyond competition results.
This latest 24-page edition explores the people behind the sport, the values that unite our international community and the opportunities shaping kickboxing's future.
Inside Issue 02:
🥊 The Next Generation – Celebrating young athletes, their achievements and the friendships that extend beyond the medals.
🌍 Around the World – News and developments from Asia, Europe and the Americas.
🏅 The Road Ahead – Kickboxing's place at the World Games 2029 and the journey towards the European Games 2027.
👩 Women in Sport – Recognising initiatives creating more opportunities for women across kickboxing.
🤝 Beyond the Fight – Para and Inclusive Kickboxing, safeguarding, education and athlete development.
📢 Leadership & Community – Updates from the WAKO General Assembly, coaches, officials and the people helping our sport grow.

Featuring a message from WAKO President Roy Baker, this edition reflects the progress, ambition and shared values of an international sporting community that continues to grow stronger.
One WAKO. One Champion. One Brand Globally.
📖 WAKO Worldwide – Issue 02 | September 2026
OUT NOW – Discover the stories behind the sport.





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