Svenska Karateförbundet

Svenska Karateförbundet is the national governing body for karate in Sweden, based in Stockholm. The federation brings together clubs and practitioners across a range of karate styles and is responsible for everything from beginner activities to elite level – including the Swedish Karate Championships, competition licences and ranking lists.

Its activities span training in styles such as Kyokushin and Shobu Ippon, para-karate for practitioners with disabilities, and a broad education programme covering coach training, instructor licences, referee training and conditioning coach training. The federation is affiliated with the World Karate Federation (WKF) and also offers training in partnership with GIH and the national sports upper secondary programme RIG Karategymnasieet.

Suited to active karate clubs, coaches, referees and practitioners looking for structure, support and competition opportunities within Swedish karate – regardless of style or level.