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Shotokan Karate-Do United Nations

Preserving the technical precision and philosophical depth of traditional Shotokan Karate across 70+ member nations.

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Aurelio Vasco

General Secretary

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Elena Rosas

Technical Leader

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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.

SKDUN practitioners in traditional gi

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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

1993

FOUNDATION

SKDUN is officially established in Europe by a group of senior masters to preserve traditional karate.

2005

GLOBAL EXPANSION

Membership grows to over 48 countries, including significant branches in Asia and South America.

2023

30TH ANNIVERSARY

The 30th World Championship held in Hungary breaks participation records with 1,500 athletes.

Global Federation

72 Nations Represented

United Kingdom Japan Romania France Bulgaria Brazil South Africa Serbia Germany Hungary USA India Italy Spain Poland Croatia Nepal Australia

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