Shotokan Karate-Do United Nations
Preserving the technical precision and philosophical depth of traditional Shotokan Karate across 70+ member nations.
Aurelio Vasco
General Secretary
Elena Rosas
Technical Leader
The Path of Precision
Founded on the principles of Gichin Funakoshi, the SKDUN (Shotokan Karate-Do United Nations) was established to unify practitioners who value the traditional technical standards of Shotokan Karate above all else.
We are not just a federation; we are a global dojo. Our mission is to foster respect, discipline, and technical excellence through international competition, seminars, and a rigorous grading syllabus that honours our martial heritage.
Chief Technical Director
Shihan Shihan Shiro Takahashi, 9th Dan
With over five decades of dedicated practice, Shihan Takahashi stands as a pillar of the international Shotokan community.
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The SKDUN Standard
Technical Purity
A strict adherence to the traditional Shotokan syllabus, focusing on Kihon, Kata, and Kumite with uncompromising standards.
Global Unity
Access to a network of 70+ countries, facilitating international exchange programs and world-class competitions.
Elite Competition
The SKDUN World Championships are recognised as one of the most prestigious events in the martial arts calendar.
Decades of Excellence
FOUNDATION
SKDUN is officially established in Europe by a group of senior masters to preserve traditional karate.
GLOBAL EXPANSION
Membership grows to over 48 countries, including significant branches in Asia and South America.
30TH ANNIVERSARY
The 30th World Championship held in Hungary breaks participation records with 1,500 athletes.
Moments of Glory & Tradition
Highlights from the SKDUN World Championships, international seminars, and traditional Dan gradings across 72 member nations.
30th SKDUN World Karate Championship
International athletes competing in senior Kumite finals.
30th SKDUN World Karate Championship
Championships
Technical Kata Seminar
Masterclass session on Shotokan Kata execution and bunkai principles.
Technical Kata Seminar
Seminars
European Shotokan Cup Opening Ceremony
Over 40 national delegations lined up at the opening ceremony.
European Shotokan Cup Opening Ceremony
Championships
Junior Kumite Championship
Future champions demonstrating discipline and precision in competition.
Junior Kumite Championship
Championships
Senior Dan Grading & Technical Panel
SKDUN Technical Committee evaluating international black belt candidates.
Senior Dan Grading & Technical Panel
Seminars
International Master Seminar
High-level training seminar with senior masters and regional coaches.
International Master Seminar
SeminarsGlobal Federation
72 Nations Represented
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