WSF News – 2026
October 3, 2026
2ND SUDO FIGHTS CHALLENGE 2026
The 2nd SUDO Fights Challenge 2026 will take place on 3 October 2026 in Pakistan.
The event is organized with the participation of SUDO Pakistan in cooperation with Akhara MMA & Fitness Center.
📅 Date
3 October 2026
📍 Venue
Akhara MMA & Fitness Center
Lahor, Pakistan
💰 Entry Fee
PKR 500
⏰ Late Entry Fee
PKR 1,000
🏆 Organizing Team
Chief Organizer:
Aqeel Ahmed Jamil
Organizer:
Syed Kamran Naqvi
The tournament aims to support the development of SUDO in Pakistan, bring SUDO athletes together, and provide participants with an opportunity to demonstrate their technical and athletic abilities within the SUDO system.
Organizers:
SUDO Pakistan
Akhara MMA & Fitness Center
August 14–22 2026
EUROPEAN SUDO CAMP 2026
Strasbourg, France | 14–22 August 2026
European SUDO Camp 2026 is an international training and educational camp for European SUDO athletes, instructors, coaches, referees and future SUDO specialists from Europe and other countries.
The main purpose of the camp is to bring SUDO athletes together, improve their technical and physical abilities, deepen their understanding of the SUDO system, develop qualified specialists and referees, and strengthen international cooperation within SUDO.
SUDO is a martial art created in Azerbaijan in 2000. Its system combines striking, kicking, throws, sweeps, grappling, holds and chokeholds, together with discipline, self-control, respect and the philosophy of martial arts. 
📅 Dates and Location
14–22 August 2026
Strasbourg, France
Participants will stay within the organized camp programme throughout the event and take part in daily training and educational activities.
🏠 Accommodation
Accommodation in Strasbourg is planned for the duration of the camp, 14–22 August.
July 06, 2026
Joint training session for the Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia SUDO associations (Paderborn, Germany)
On July 6, 2026, a joint SUDO training session took place at the Heinrich-Gymnasium in Neuhaus Castle (Paderborn). Athletes, coaches, and instructors from Paderborn, Höxter, Bad Pyrmont, Allendorf, and other towns participated in the session.
The training session was led by Dahi Sabir Suleyman and Ustad Sasha Nebel. The primary focus was on sharing expertise in technical training, further developing SUDO techniques, and fostering cooperation between the SUDO associations of Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia.
Many thanks to all the participants for their dedication and the wonderful atmosphere. Together, we will continue to develop SUDO.
June 22, 2026
Joint training session for schools from Paderborn and Bad Pyrmont (Bad Pyrmont, Germany)
We are proud to announce that today, the Central SUDO School (Paderborn)—home to the official training center of the World SUDO Federation—is holding a joint training session in Bad Pyrmont with all SUDO schools from Paderborn and Bad Pyrmont.
Together we are stronger – Paderborn and Bad Pyrmont!
May 16, 2026
The Central SUDO school at the 2026 International Martial Arts Day (Melle, Germany)
On May 16, 2026, the Central SUDO school—under the personal direction of the legendary martial arts figure Sabir Suleyman—delivered a world-class performance at the 2026 International Martial Arts Day (Melle, Germany), impressing the audience with modern combat techniques, tactical precision, powerful striking combinations, and an exceptional aesthetic of combat.
Two instructors, two assistant instructors, one World SUDO Federation Institute student, and twelve athletes from the Paderborn Central SUDO School participated in this international seminar. The day was a very positive experience, and hundreds of seminar participants from around the world gained valuable, high-level experience.
May 15, 2026
SUDO Coach Education – Examination & Entry Opportunity
📢 SUDO Coach Education – Examination & Entry Opportunity
The next examination date for the SUDO Coach Education program has been scheduled:
📅 15.05.2026
🕓 Start: 16:30
⏰ Arrival: 16:15
📍 Sande Sports Hall, Paderborn
This program is designed for those who want to take the next step — from athlete to coach, from participant to leader.
The right time to start is now.
May 4, 2026
Trainer-Referee Ausbildung
Announcement
The next new group for the Trainer-Referee Ausbildung in SUDO will be opened on May 4, 2026, in Paderborn.
The Ausbildung can be completed in an accelerated format for international participants within 6 months. For participants in Germany, the duration of the Ausbildung is 2 years and 3 months. Examinations are held quarterly.
The Ausbildung fees are covered by the SUDO Association North Rhine-Westphalia.
After successful completion, participants will receive:
• Golden Diploma
• Black Belt with their own name and initials
• SUDO Passport
• Referee Certificate
• Trainer Certificate
• Qualification Certificate for the Black Belt
Additionally, participants will automatically become members of the World Federation, with their names listed on the official website.
Contact:
Email: info@worldsudo.com
WhatsApp: +49 1575 1615742
April 12-21, 2026
International educational course and conference dedicated to the development of Para-SUDO
The World SUDO Federation successfully conducted an international educational course and official conference dedicated to the development of Para-SUDO in Antalya, Turkey, from April 12 to April 21, 2026.
During the event, specialists, instructors, representatives of adaptive sports, referees, and members of the international SUDO community discussed the further development of Para-SUDO, the athlete classification system, technical adaptation of combat methods, safety standards, as well as the organization of future international competitions.
Following the conference and official discussions, the previously developed Para-SUDO rules and athlete classification system were officially approved and confirmed for further international application.
The World SUDO Federation officially confirms the following Para-SUDO sport classes:
🥋 PS1 Class — Severe Physical Limitations
This category includes:
• wheelchair athletes
• athletes with paraplegia (paralysis of the lower body)
• athletes with severe coordination impairments
• athletes with absence or major limitation of leg function
Functional characteristics:
• techniques are performed mainly using the arms and torso
• execution of techniques in a seated position
Main feature:
• techniques are specially adapted for upper-body functionality
🥋 PS2 Class — Moderate Physical Limitations
This category includes:
• athletes with partial paralysis
• athletes with amputation of one limb
• athletes with significant balance or coordination impairments
• athletes using prosthetics or orthotic devices
Functional characteristics:
• athletes are able to perform techniques while standing, but with limitations
• reduced stability and physical strength
Main feature:
• techniques are partially limited, while maintaining technical and tactical variability
🥋 PS3 Class — Mild Physical Limitations
This category includes:
• athletes with mild musculoskeletal impairments
• athletes with moderate joint mobility limitations
• athletes with minor neurological impairments
Functional characteristics:
• nearly full range of movement
• slight limitations in speed, strength, or control
Main feature:
• techniques are closely adapted to the standard SUDO system with necessary modifications
⚖️ General Classification Logic
• PS1 → severe limitations (seated participation / minimal leg function)
• PS2 → moderate limitations (standing participation with clear physical restrictions)
• PS3 → mild limitations (near-full functionality)
The World SUDO Federation officially declares that these Para-SUDO rules and classification standards shall be applied at all official Para-SUDO events, seminars, championships, educational programs, and international competitions conducted under the authority of the World SUDO Federation.
April 4, 2026
Early election
In March 2026, within the span of one week, the World SUDO Federation suffered significant losses — Honorary President Chuck Norris and International Director Peter Fahl passed away.
In connection with this, early elections have been scheduled for April 4, 2026, in Paderborn.
Contact details:
E-Mail: info@worldsudo.com
Februar 16, 2026
10th Youth and Junior SUDO Tournament “Open Paderborn”
On February 16, 2026, the 10th Open Youth and Junior SUDO Tournament “Open Paderborn” was held in Paderborn, Germany, organized by the World SUDO Federation.
The event was conducted with the purpose of promoting SUDO among children and youth, strengthening international friendship between athletes from different countries, and improving the technical and sporting level of the participants.
Young athletes, coaches, representatives of sports clubs, and members of the international SUDO community took part in the tournament. The competition was held in an atmosphere of sportsmanship, discipline, and fair play.
The participants demonstrated:
• a high level of technical preparation
• speed and tactical thinking
• determination to win
• respect for opponents and sporting discipline
Special attention during the tournament was given to:
• the development of youth sports
• the promotion of moral and sporting values
• strengthening international cooperation
• supporting talented young athletes
The tournament became an important stage in the international development of SUDO and once again confirmed the strong interest of young people in this martial art.
Following the competition, the winners and prize winners were awarded diplomas and medals.
The World SUDO Federation expresses its gratitude to all athletes, coaches, referees, team representatives, and guests of the event for their participation, support, and contribution to the international development of SUDO.