🌍 Zwiesel Hosts International Martial Arts World Cup

Organized by World Karate Organization Soshinkan

On October 11, 2025, the peaceful Bavarian town of Zwiesel (Germany) transformed into the world capital of martial arts. The prestigious World Cup, hosted by the World Karate Organization Soshinkan (WKOS), united 95 elite fighters from around the globe, competing in:

✅ Full-Contact Karate
✅ Kickboxing
✅ Grappling
✅ Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
✅ Kata demonstrations

🌐 International Participation

Competitors proudly represented:
🇩🇪 Germany │ 🇨🇿 Czech Republic │ 🇺🇸 USA │ 🇧🇪 Belgium │ 🇷🇴 Romania │ 🇦🇹 Austria │ 🇸🇾 Syria │ 🇵🇱 Poland │ 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Each participant demonstrated unique skills, cultural diversity, and the true fighting spirit of martial arts.

Despite the ongoing war in Ukraine, Ukrainian athletes who attended delivered a deeply inspiring performance — earning recognition and respect from all present.

💪 Multi-Discipline Competition & Youth Engagement

Many fighters competed in several categories — sometimes two or even three — pushing their mental sharpness, physical endurance, and tactical ability.

🥊 Kickboxing — from light contact to full-contact K1
🤼 Grappling — control, technique & submissions
🥋 Karate — full-contact Kumite & traditional Kata
⚔️ MMA — striking + grappling

For younger fighters, a special division — Rumble — introduced children to grappling, helping them develop stamina, coordination, and sportsmanship.

🏥 Safety First, Spirit Always

A few minor injuries occurred, which is expected in full-contact events; all athletes recovered quickly.
The atmosphere remained honorable and disciplined, with fighters showing mutual respect and passion.

Every athlete left Zwiesel proud of their performance and inspired for future challenges.

🔮 Looking Ahead — Romania 2026

The Zwiesel World Cup was just the beginning.
Soshinkan has officially announced the next major international championship in Romania in 2026, promising even greater participation and competition.

Alongside the World Cup, new national-level tournaments are planned across partnering countries — offering athletes more opportunities to learn, compete, and grow.

🥋 Soshinkan — Spirit of Full-Contact Budo

Thank you to all federations, teams, coaches, parents, and supporters who made this event unforgettable.

See you in Romania 2026!
Osu!

WKOS Vice Chairman
Shihan Jakub Černy