International Tang Soo Do Federation
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
About
The International Tang Soo Do Federation™ World Championship is a four day experience that includes a Tournament, Seminars, Dan Promotion Tests, Recertification Tests and an Awards Dinner. International Tang Soo Do Federation members throughout the world come together during this exciting time to gain more knowledge and practice authentic Tang Soo Do, both physically and mentally.
In 2023 the Federation is excited to be holding its 17th World Championship in Washington, D.C., United States.
Location
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H Street NW
Washington, D.C., 20001 United States
+1 (202) 582-1234
*All Events, Seminars and Testings will be held at the Grand Hyatt Washington Hotel.
JULY 24TH, 2025 - JULY 27TH, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.
ITF World Championship News
Grand Hyatt Washington Hotel Reservations at the
Pre-registration price are now closed.
If you would like to still book a room, please contact
General Secretary Master DePaolis at masterderek@synergykarate.com, and he will try to arrange one for you.
PLEASE NOTE
There will NOT be any black belt promotion exams or recertifications at the World Championship.
Only MASTERS examinations and recertifications will be held.
Don't miss any of the exciting
Tang Soo Do Demonstrations on Saturday, July 26th beginning at 2:00!
Special Performance by Korean Culture & Art of MD
Please join us during Demonstrations as the Korean Culture & Art of MD will perform "Hwagwanmu Royal Court Dance", Korean Fan Dance and "Stepping Stones" Modeumbuk!
Special Performance of Chilean Cultural Dances!
We are excited to announce that Chile will perform typical dances of Chilean culture!
Schedule of Events
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Masters Seminar (4th Dan & Up) + Masters Recertification
6:00 PM
School Owner/Out of Country Instructor Meeting
Friday, July 25th, 2025
8:00 AM
Judge and Referee Seminar (18 years old and older)
*Participants are required to have whistles, their certification card and armband if applicable.
*Participants are to bring the Forms and Sparring Guidelines to the seminar.
9:30 AM
1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Black Belt Seminar
Color Belt Seminar
Team Matches
8:00 PM
Awards Banquet
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
17th International Tang Soo Do Federation World Championship
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
2:00 PM
6:30 PM
8:00 PM
Registration
Opening Ceremony
Eliminations
Demonstrations
Finals (Grand Champion Competition, Team Finals, Final Demonstrations)
Closing Ceremony
Sunday, July 27th, 2025
90th Dan Classing Championship
8:00 AM
Masters Testing
Kyo Sa Nim and Junior Kyo Sa Nim Test
Awards Dinner Banquet
The Awards Banquet is an evening where select International Tang Soo Do Federation members are recognized for their achievements and dedication in authentic Tang Soo Do. Please join your fellow International Tang Soo Do Federation associates in celebrating their accomplishments.
Dinner will be buffet style and will include your choice of chicken, beef, fish and vegetables.
$55/person
Questions?
(412)373-8666 or info@itftangsoodo.com
Registration Forms and Tournament Information
The International Tang Soo Do Federation™ World Championship is a 4 day event held once every two years in different parts of the world. The World Championship directors and all those involved take great care to provide an exciting and meaningful event for all those who participate.
Ways To Register
Download the forms and send in your payment to ITF Headquarters or bring your forms and payment to the World Championship at Washington D.C.
Questions?
(412)373-8666 or info@itftangsoodo.com
Team Competitions
There's been a change to the TEAM SPARRING COMPETITIONS this year!
Click here to read the changes.
4 Team Competitions
Forms - Black Belts 16 years old + up
Men's Sparring - Black Belts 18 years old + up
Women's Sparring - Black Belts 18 years old + up
Junior Forms Competition - Black Belts 12 - 15 years old
$35/team member
*must have 3 members/team*
Team Captains are responsible for completing and submitting registration.
Team Captains must also submit the name and a passport size head shot photo of each team member and captain.
Please email photos and names to Sa Bom Nim Venturino at cskimkarateoakmont@gmail.com by JULY 5th, 2025.
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT for Team Competitions MUST BE RECEIVED BY JUNE 24th, 2025
Questions?
(412)373-8666 or info@itftangsoodo.com
Hotel Room Reservations
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20001 United States
+1 (202) 582-1234 or +1 (800) 233- 1234
Grand Hyatt Washington Hotel Reservations at the Pre-registration price are now closed.
If you would like to still book a room, please contact
General Secretary Master DePaolis at masterderek@synergykarate.com, and he will try to arrange one for you.
Questions?
(412)373-8666 or info@itftangsoodo.com
Travel Information