Submitted 21st October 2005
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The study of Kung Fu leads to a better understanding of violence and how to avoid a conflict. I philosophy of Kung Fu and its Zen proves that Kung Fu is perfect than the other martial arts.
IKF is the international federation of all the Kung Fu and Tai Chi Masters, athletes and organizations. IKF invites all the respectful Kung Fu and Tai Chi Masters and organizations to unity.
According to the IKF Constitution, the goal of the International Kung Fu Federation is to promote Kung Fu worldwide and see it among Olympic Games as a fair sport. The essence of Kung Fu, its philosophy and Zen shows that this sport is not poor than the other martial arts that are considered to be in the Olympic movement. We all need just one thing irrespective of style and organization - a unity. We are certain that with a mutual collaboration we can manifest the true core of Kung Fu to mankind. IKF welcomes the real Kung Fu Masters who anticipate the future of Kung Fu and seek the unity of Kung Fu.
The essential missions of the IKF are to organization of continental and world tournaments; equality in sport; protection of athletes and coaches; human development assistance and to establish the unity of the national Kung Fu organizations. The IKF has undertaken the following action: The creation of IKF Masters Board in 2003. This Board is involved in the process to collect the written records about the history and current development of Kung Fu and its traditional styles.
Certified Kung Fu MastersGrandmaster Lily Lau is the eldest daughter of the 7th Generation Eagle Claw Late Grandmaster Lau Fat Mang. Since Kung Fu has been regarded as an integral part of the Chinese culture, Grandmaster Lau, did not disappoint the Kung Fu community or her family
Full SandaAge category includes senior ages from 18 years up to 35 years minus one day. Men weight categories - 55, -60, -65, -70, -75, -80, -85, -90, +90. All matches are conducted in a ring 7x7 or 8x8, which complies with the international IKF specifications.
Light SandaLight Sanda system allows the athletes to compete with no risk of serious injury under safety rules, taking into consideration male and female juniors. All matches are conducted in a mat 7x7 or 8x8, complying with the international IKF specifications.
TaoluRespected Kung Fu masters may compete at Masters Taolu bare hand and with weapons categories. The performance of Tai Chi Chuan styles is prohibited. The evaluation will be marked by IKF Masters Committee and winners will be awarded with special IKF prize.
Grading SystemThe grades are given to the practitioners by the Masters when the practitioners practice seriously in a proper level and during the practice observe all the rules.
Ikf ElectionsFrom the first days of its existence, the activity of the International IKF has been fulfilled by the IKF Masters’ Board and the secretaries. Now the IKF Masters Board announces that all member organizations may fulfill any duties in the IKF.