SKIF Belgium
Shotokan Karate-do International Federation of Belgium
Member of Shotokan Karate-do International Federation - Tokyo - Japan
Member of Shotokan Karate-do International European Federation
National team
Introducing Our National Karate Team: A Legacy of Excellence
With unwavering dedication and a commitment to excellence, our national karate team stands as a testament to the power of discipline, perseverance, and teamwork. Comprising around 50 members, ranging in age from 12 to 40 years old, this exceptional group of athletes embodies the spirit of karate in every sense.
Our coaches
Bernard Delhez
5th dan
Team manager
Ildiko Redai
5th dan
2017 - 2023 (SKIF Hungary)
National team kata coach and member of the board of directors
2023 - World Championship SKIF
1st place master category team kata, individual kata and kumite
3rd place master kumite team category
2022 - European Championship SKIF
1st place master kata and kumite team category and individual kata
2016 - World Championship SKIF
Finalist individual kata
2014 - European Championship SKIF
1st place individual kata
2012 - World Championship SKIF
Finalist individual kata
2011 - European Championship SKIF
1st place individual kata
Coach kata
Started karate in 1989 - Hungary
2023 - World Championship SKIF
1st place master category individual kata
2022 - European Championship SKIF
1st place master category individual kata
2019 - World Championship SKIF
1st place master category individual kata
2017 - European Championship SKIF
1st place master category individual kata
2016 - World Championship SKIF
1st place master category individual kata
2014 - European Championship SKIF
1st place master category individual kata
2012 - World Championship SKIF
2nd place master category individual kata
2009 - World Championship SKIF
3rd place senior category individual kata
Peggy De Block
4th dan
Coach kata
Started karate in 1976 - Belgium
2023 - World Championship SKIF
3rd place senior category (-75 kg) individual kumite
2022 - European Championship SKIF
3rd place team kumite
2019 - World Championship SKIF
1st place senior category (-75 kg) individual kumite
2nd place senior kumite team category
2017 - European Championship SKIF
3rd place team kumite
2016 - World Championship SKIF
2nd place senior category (-75 kg) individual and team kumite
3rd place grand champion kumite individual category
2014 - European Championship SKIF
3rd place (-65 kg) individual and team kumite
Belgian Championship
9 times Belgian champion in the senior individual kumite category
Jeremy Delhez
3th dan
Coach kumite
Started karate in 1995 - Belgium
2022 - European Championship SKIF
1st place (+75 kg) individual kumite
3rd place category grand champions individual kumite and team kumite
2019 - World Championship SKIF
2nd place senior kumite team category
2017 - European Championship SKIF
4th place (+75 kg) individual kumite
3rd place team kumite
2016 - World Championship SKIF
2nd place team kumite
3rd place (+75 kg) individual kumite
3rd place grand champion kumite individual category
2012 - World Championship SKIF
3rd place (+75 kg) individual kumite
Belgian Championship
Multiple Belgian individual kumite champion and runner-up
Michel Almeida
4th dan
Coach kumite
Started karate in 1996 - Belgium
Our results
Grosselle Cup 2024
Italy - Bellaria-Igea Marina
January 2024
Individual kata girls / junior
2nd place : Geron Malaurie
Individual kata women / senior
4th place : Heymans Alyssia
Kata individual men / senior
3rd place : Timmer Victor
Kata team women / senior
3rd place : Debruyne Jenny - Geron Malaurie - Heymans Alyssia
Kumite individual men / senior
2nd place : Rudic Boris
Training for Greatness
Our team is no stranger to hard work and determination. Throughout the year, we organize approximately 10 training sessions, each meticulously designed to hone the skills and techniques that make our athletes among the best in the world. These sessions not only focus on the physical aspects of karate but also instill invaluable life lessons in discipline, respect, and self-improvement.
Guided by the Best
Behind every great team are exceptional coaches, and ours are second to none. With two coaches dedicated to kata and two to kumite, our team benefits from a wealth of experience and expertise. Their mentorship and guidance have been instrumental in shaping our athletes into champions.
Team Manager Extraordinaire
A successful team also requires effective management, and our team is fortunate to have an outstanding team manager who ensures that everything runs smoothly, both on and off the mat. Their dedication ensures that our athletes can focus solely on their training and competitions.
Recruitment and Excellence
But how does our team maintain its high standards year after year? We have a rigorous process in place. Once a year, clubs across the country are invited to introduce potential candidates to our team, who are then assessed by our coaches. Additionally, our coaches actively seek out promising talent throughout the year. This commitment to recruiting and nurturing talent ensures that we always have a pool of dedicated athletes ready to represent our nation.
A Legacy of Success
Our national karate team is not just about training; it's about competing at the highest levels. We proudly participate in international competitions 2-3 times a year, consistently bringing home medals that make our nation proud. Moreover, we eagerly await the European and World Championships whenever they take place, and our team's presence on the podium has become a tradition.
In the world of karate, our national team is synonymous with excellence. With a rich history of success and a commitment to fostering the next generation of champions, our team is not just a group of athletes; it's a symbol of what can be achieved through dedication, perseverance, and the pursuit of greatness. Watch out for us on the mat, for we are the embodiment of the indomitable spirit of karate.