TO ALL WAKO MEMBERS   Dear Presidents and General Secretaries,   By the present please receive the official invitation letter and its related entry forms for participation to the next WAKO World Championship ( All Disciplines ) for Children, Cadets and Juniors , that will take place in Jesolo Lido (VE), Italy, from 18 th to 27 th September 2026 .   You’re kindly requested to pay attention to the indicated deadlines to submit the entry forms on due time:   Appendix 1) - PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM to be sent by e-mail to: serena@belmondobooking.com and in Cc to: eventi@federkombat.it not later than 29 th of May 2026   Appendix 2) - FINAL ENTRY FORM to be sent by e-mail to: serena@belmondobooking.com and eventi@federkombat.it not later than 17 th of August 2026   Appendix A) - HOTEL RESERVATION FORM to be sent by e-mail to: serena@belmondobooking.com and in Cc to: eventi@federkombat.it not later than 29 th of May 2026   Appendix B) - TRAVEL SCHEDULE FORM to be sent by e-mail to: serena@belmondobooking.com and in Cc to: eventi@federkombat.it not later than 1 st September 2026   Appendix C) - APPLICATION FORM FOR VISA REQUEST    to be sent by e-mail to: eventi@federkombat.it    not later than 10 th July 2026   ATTENTION! All participating National Federations must arrange their hotel reservation through the Local Organizing Committee Travel Agency BelMondo srl . Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the National Federation not being permitted to participate in the Championship.   Additionally, for countries whose delegations require a visa, the obligation to book accommodation through the BelMondo agency also extends to supporters. Upon the specific request of the Italian government security authorities, the same mandatory requirement is extended to the delegations of the USA, Ukraine, and Israel.

BREAKING NEWS   The contract has been signed and in 2027 the best Senior kickboxers will gather in Tashkent, Uzbekistan , to participate to the WAKO World Championships in all kickboxing disciplines! During the signing ceremony, which took place today, April 8, in Bangkok, Thailand,  during the 2 nd Thailand Kickboxing World Cup, another important decision was made: All C class tournaments on the WAKO Calendar backdated to the 1 st January this year, will now receive ranking points. Each fight won in an official division will now earn 2 ranking points for that division. All rankings by continents are available in the Sportdata sector: WAKO current ranking by categories.

2026 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods  and the 2026 Monitoring Program are in force from 1 January 2026 The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced that the 2026 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods  and the 2026 Monitoring Program are in force from 1 January 2026. It designates which substances and methods are prohibited both in- and out-of-competition and which substances are banned in particular sports. The 2026 Monitoring Program includes substances that are not on the List, but that WADA wishes to monitor in order to detect potential patterns of misuse in sport.  The major modifications for 2026 include the following: -        Further examples or clarifications have been added to the following substance classes to help athletes and their entourage better identify prohibited substances:          S1. Anabolic agents,         S2. Peptide hormones, growth factors, related substances, and mimetics,           S4. Hormone and metabolic modulators, and         S6. Stimulants.    -        The dosing intervals of salmeterol have been changed to avoid potential ergogenic effects, though the maximum daily delivered dose remains the same. -        More details have been given about the prohibition of withdrawal of blood and blood components. -        The non-diagnostic use of carbon monoxide (CO) has been added to the Prohibited Methods as a new section, M1.4. The use of carbon monoxide for diagnostic purposes, such as total hemoglobin mass measurements or the determination of pulmonary diffusion capacity, is not prohibited. -        Cell components (e.g., nuclei and organelles such as mitochondria and ribosomes) have been added to the existing prohibition of using normal or genetically modified cells. -        It has been clarified in the Glucocorticoids Washout Table that use of sustained-release formulations may result in detectable glucocorticoid levels past the washout period due to prolonged systemic absorption.    For more info, visit link: https://www.wada-ama.org/en/resources/world-anti-doping-code-and-international-standards/prohibited-list#resource-download

Meet WAKO’s Athletes’ Committee, dedicated to representing the voice of athletes, promoting their well-being, and driving positive change in kickboxing. Athletes’ Committee WAKO’s mission is to place the Athletes at the heart of the Sport of Kickboxing. We are the Athletes’ Committee (WAKO AC) that serves as a link between the most important unit of the organization, the Athletes and WAKO. We make sure that the Kickboxers’ voices are heard and taking into proper consideration. Our motto is “ATHLETES FIRST” as without the athletes, there would be no need for sports organizations at all. Our mission is to – Support and protect clean and fair sport – Empower and ensure Athlete representation in the WAKO decision-making processes – Support Athlete development in their sporting and non-sporting careers (Dual Career) – Provide advices to the WAKO Board of Directors and maintain close cooperation with the WAKO Committees – Ensure direct communication between the Athletes and WAKO – Maintain a link with the IOC Athletes’ Commission – Engage in relevant athlete-related projects If you are an Athlete, you can directly contact your country’s WAKO National Federation for more information on the national athletes’ committee or feel free to contact us for general guidance regarding athlete related issues on athletescommittee@wako.sport #HearYourVoice #WAKOkickboxing #WAKOAC #ATHLETESFIRST Useful links Athlete365 Discover the official community for elite Athletes and Olympians & download the APP IOC Athletes’ Commission WADA Discover the website of the World Ani-Doping Agency & download the APP WAKO Committees Check out the Members of the WAKO AC WAKO Rules Including the WAKO Anti Doping Rules & Equipment Book WAKO Policies Including the WAKO Guidelines Athletes Committee Events Calendar Check out the upcoming and past events of WAKO WAKO Ranking

Discover WAKO’s commitment to integrity, promoting transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in kickboxing worldwide. Integrity: Upholding the Highest Standards in Sport WAKO is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity within the sport of kickboxing. Our commitment to transparency, fairness, and ethical conduct is fundamental to safeguarding the integrity of our competitions and ensuring that all participants, from athletes to referees, uphold these values. In this section, you will find important documents and guidelines that outline the rules and codes of conduct for referees, athletes, and officials. These documents are designed to prevent manipulation, promote fairness, and ensure that the spirit of competition remains untarnished. WAKO Referee Rules 05.11.2020 (2 MB) Integrity Of Results (699 KB) WAKO Integrity Code Of Conduct (655 KB) WAKO Declaration of Integrity (505 KB) WAKO Referee’s Code Of Conduct 2020 (290 KB) IOC code on prevention of the manipulation of competitions 2015 (84 KB)

Find WAKO’s official rules, forms, and documents, providing essential resources for athletes, coaches, and officials worldwide. Forms & Documents The Forms and Documents section provides all the necessary paperwork and resources required for athletes, coaches, and officials to participate in WAKO events. Whether you're registering for a competition, applying for a certification, or seeking official documentation, this is your go-to place for downloadable forms and essential documents. We aim to streamline processes and ensure that all participants have easy access to the materials they need. Please review the available forms to stay compliant with WAKO’s requirements. WAKO Short Privacy Notice_January 2026 (174 KB) WAKO Privacy Notice Athletes – July 2024 (231 KB) WAKO Covid 19 Questionnaire 2021 – 10.03.2021 (194 KB) WAKO Each Round Result Form 2020 (207 KB) WAKO Tournament Request Permission 2025 (727 KB) WAKO Referee’s Judges Qualification 2020 (206 KB) WAKO Medical Emergency Report 2021 (180 KB) WAKO Dental Brace Certification 2021 – 30.01.2021 (228 KB) WAKO Medical Certificate Kickboxer 2025 WAKO Medical Questionnaire 2021 – 30.01.2021 (119 KB) WAKO Parental Consent – 15.08.2021 (214 KB) WAKO Short Privacy Notice 2020 (174 KB) WAKO Referee’s Code Of Conduct 2020 (290 KB) WAKO Official Protest Form 2020 (358 KB) WAKO Seminar Request Permission 2020 (316 KB) WAKO Referee Work Order 2020 (294 KB) WAKO Head Injury Card 2021 (310 KB) WAKO Covid 19 Questionnaire 2021 -10.03.2021 (198 KB) WAKO Liability Waiver 2021 (209 KB) WAKO Medical Certificate Referee 2021 – 30.01.2021 (315 KB) WAKO Non Pregnancy Declaration 2021 – 30.01.2021 (305 KB) WAKO Scoring Papers (246 KB)