Open Shito-Ryu Karate World Cup 2016

Dear  Sensei and  Karate Athletes,

It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that I would like to extend an invitation to the upcoming Open Shito-Ryu Karate World Cup. This International Championship will take place in Budapest, Hungary, December 9-11, 2016. The scope and level of the competitors promises to make this one of the most dynamic, exciting competitions in recent memory. Without a doubt, your presence will add dimension and quality to a forum of elite athletes testing and honing their skills. All levels and ages will have commensurate categories that promises a memory of a lifetime.

The competition will feature Kata and Kumite seminars held by well known Senseis. Kata seminar will be taught by leading Sensei, Hanshi Julius Thiry, instructor of many international and World Karate Federation Kata  medalists and former World Karate Federation Referee Committee Member.

A Kumite seminar will be instructed by Sensei Seiji Nishimura two time World Champion and former Coach of the Japan National Karate Team, who will be assisted by Sensei Adam S. Kovacs, World Games Gold medal winner. 

The Referee commission will be Sensei Chuck Sweigart World Karate Federation Referee who will be assisted by other well known World Karate Federation Referees.

I have attached information for your review and submission. If you are in need of assistance or facilitation, do not hesitate to use the contact email/information listed.

I look forward to meeting you personally in Budapest, Hungary as you take part in this premier event.

All the Best,

Dr. Janos Meszaros
President Hungarian Karate Federation
Vice President Hungarian National Olympic Committee