World Association of kickboxing organisations
W.A.K.O
Great Britain
WAKO is the largest unified Kickboxing organisation in the World. Today WAKO counts on 130 affiliated nations in the 5 continents, which are officially recognized by either National Olympic Committee or relevant National Government Sports Authority.
In 2006, it became recognised as the World Governing body for Kickboxing by GAISF and IOC.
Please see www.gaisf.sport for details.
In 2022, WAKO GB became recognised by Sport England, Sportscotland and Sport Wales as the National Governing Body for Kickboxing in England, Scotland and Wales.
Applying for membership with us couldn’t be more simple.
Just click on the ‘MEMBERSHIP’ button below, and this will take to you a new window.
All memberships are done through RSportz now.
Phone
+44(0)1628 415923
office@wakogb.com
Office
94 Ray Mill Road West
Maidenhead
Berkshre
SL6 8SL
Hours
Monday-Friday:
9am – 5pm
NEWS
Here is a quick run down of the latest news we have to share.
Adults European Championships 2022
After an amazing week at the WAKO European Championships that were held in Antalya, Turkey, WAKO GB came home with: 7 x Gold medal winners, 7 x Silver medla winners and 8 x Bronze medal winners. WAKO GB also came first in the Mens Team and Second in the Ladies Team....
Sport of Kickboxing receives Sports Council recognition in GB and Northern Ireland
Sport England, Sport Wales, Sport Scotland and Sport Northern Ireland, officially announced today that the sport of Kickboxing has received official sport council recognion in GB and Northern Ireland. WAKO GB has received the status of Governing Body for England,...
WAKO Children, Cadets and Junior World Championships 2022
A total of 63 countries took part in the 2022 WAKO Children, Cadet and Junior World Championships that was held last week 1st - 10th October, in Jesolo, Italy. WAKO GB took the biggest team yet that consisted of 82 competitors competing with the best in the World....
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NEW WAKO GB VACANCIES
one of the 137 countries
About W.A.K.O GB
WAKO GB started in 1979, was passed to Tom Hibbert in 1982 and in 2012 to Peter Edwards. WAKO is the SPORT ACCORD recognised World Governing Body for Kickboxing. WAKO GB is also active on the International scene with members and associated members in over 110 Countries. WAKO GB is controlled by an Executive Committee with a President, a Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Board of Directors and members.
As well as the Amateur Executive Committee, the Rule for contests is that no prize money or financial inducement may be awarded without approval. Professional instructors and proprietors are welcome in the WAKO GB, but if elected to executive committee may not receive pecuniary advantage by reason of controlling interest.
Documents
We have a full range of policies and documents that are public domain o that anyone wishing to join WAKO can see our beliefs, our aims and our best practices. We believe in transparency. Click HERE to read more.
Education
We are the only organisation in the UK that have a full education structure within. We have 2 tears of coaching courses for our coaches, we have multiple 1 day courses that improve the knowledge of fitness & nutrition and we can even offer WAKO members the opportunity to become Personal Trainers.
Insurance
Our insurance can cover Instructors, Students and even events. We have competitive pricing that is only available to WAKO GB Members.
Membership
Membership with us provides inroads to international awareness within the kickboxing world. We fully support our members offering discounts on Insurance, Education, Training Camps and much more.
Competitions
Competing with WAKO GB couldn’t be easier. We run fully insured, well organised, licensed events that are open to all members.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding our members is something we take seriously. We do our utmost to avoid any issues with water tight policies and procedures, we have workshops for members and should any situation arise, we’re quick to act. Find out more HERE
ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTATION
Here is a quick link to the essential documents of being part of WAKO GB and running a successful, safe and effective Kickboxing Club
KICKBOXING
Kickboxing is one of the youngest martial arts systems and one of the fastest growing. Kickboxing has been in existence since the early 60s. Its conception came about because of the desire of Martial Artists to test their skills against each other in a safe and controlled environment. In fact in the safe way and manner that Judo evolved from Jujitsu.
EVENTS
Our events are fully insured, well organised and great value for money. This includes seminars, competitions, educational courses, training camps and even black tie dinners and awards ceremonies. To see our upcoming events, click below.
MEMBERSHIP
Our membership offers the validation of Dan Grades, Student Grades and provides official WAKO GB Certificates. We hold regular National & International martial arts competitions & tournaments, First Aid Courses, NVQ Qualifications and the most competitive martial arts insurance for over 30 years in the Martial Arts.
RESULTS & RANKING
All of our competition results are public domain. We have tried to digitalise as many back dated results as we can for the last 5 years at least. Please click below to see more.
SAFEGUARDING DOCUMENTATION
Here is a quick link to the Safeguarding documents of being part of WAKO GB and running a successful, safe and effective Kickboxing Club. This will cover Insructors, Students and parents alike.
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Safeguarding
We have a strict safeguarding policy & practice for our members. Recognising the need to protect our members from things like bullying, child & data protection etc, we have several officers throughout the organisation to enforce this.
Essential Documents
By clicking below you will be taken to a list of essential documents and policies that we have here at WAKO GB.
These include:
Roles & Responsibilities
How we handle your data
Rules & Regulations
Women in Kickboxing
WAKO GB Structure
From WAKO World Wide, through our Executive Committee and Directors right the way to our coaching team, by clicking below you can see the names and contact details of, our whole organisational structure for WAKO GB.
Athlete Support
We care a great deal about the development and safety of your athletes. This section links to WADA, the IOC and the quizzes we have set up/have access to. Take a look…
Proud to be working with the IOC to further develop and protect our athletes.
Please click the image above to find out more.
CALENDAR
| Date/Time | Event |
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16/04/2023 All Day |
Open Squad Training |
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28/05/2023 All Day |
Open Squad Training |
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11/06/2023 All Day |
Open Squad Training |
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15/07/2023 - 16/07/2023 All Day |
WAKO GB Training Weekend Camp |
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29/07/2023 - 30/07/2023 All Day |
WAKO International Open Championships 2023
Harvey Hadden Sports Village, Nottingham |
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29/07/2023 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm |
WAKO Pro Evening Show
Harvey Hadden Sports Village, Nottingham |
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13/08/2023 All Day |
Open Squad Training |
EDUCATION
We have a full education platform available to our members.
If you want to upskill your knowledge in Physical Activity Prescription, Nutrition, BioMechanics for Martial Arts or even want to become a WAKO Instructor then we have the tools necessary to teach you.
We have also partnered with Universal Training to offer our members an exclusive WAKOGB discount on further learning and studies. This includes an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training and multiple Awards.
Service Areas
We Serve The Entire U.K
Our membership spans the whole of the United Kingdom. We are developing a method to enable you to ‘find a club’ right here on the home page of our website.
“I have been with WAKO GB since 1997. I’ve been fully supported since establishing my club in South Wales and now growing in the Midlands & Essex. First with Tom Hibbert and now Peter & Lucy, I believe in the work they’re doing and reciprocate my support to them!”
—Marc Edwards, K500 Kickboxing.
F.A.Q.
Common Questions
Do I need to be a member to be insured?
Yes. They go hand in hand. To be insured by us is to become a member and all the benefits.
can you help me compile a syllabus?
Yes. Our technical team can help.
can you help me open a school?
Yes. We can. We recommend that aspiring instructors enrol in our Level 1 Coaching Course as this introduces you to everything WAKO GB.
WHAT ARE THE MAIN BENEFITS TO A MEMBER?
Membership Benefits:
- Access to the WAKO GB Instructor Coaching Programme.
- Guidance on anti-doping policy for national and international competition.
- Access to the WAKO GB Conditioning Courses & Programmes.
- Training in relation to Young People’s Code of Ethics.
- Access to Coaching Development Programmes.
- Opportunity to apply for support to hold events.
- The right to use the WAKO GB Member logo on club promotional material.
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Official
Licensed & Insured
NO LICENSE, NO COMPETITION.
We have a strict guideline that if you don’t have a license and are not insured, you WILL NOT compete under our organisation. If you don’t have a license and are not valid, get in touch today.
SAFE
DBS Checked & Vetted
Each of our coaches and instructors have been DBS checked and vetted to satisfaction before they’re allowed to teach under our umbrella.
New Instructors are urged to take our Level 1 Coaching Course also.
Trusted
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We have an open door policy meaning, if you’re not happy with anything you find within our organisation, please give us a call and let us know..
STORE
WAKO GB Shop
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Any questions or comments are welcomed.
Membership Packages
We can tailor a package to suit you and your club.
Certifications
If you need a member of the technical development committee to assist with a grading, let us know.
National Training
Fight training can occur within your club pr at one of our camps
E-Learning
Between WAKO GB and WAKO WW, we cater for the development of our coaches and theyr students with interactive online education.