Seminar Overview

• Two-day in-person seminar with an option for online attendance (in-person attendance is strongly recommended for practical sessions).

• Passing the exam on the last day of the seminar will grant an official ICMAF certification.

• Open to referees, instructors, and Para Karate players.

Topics Covered

• Para Karate rules and regulations

• Fitness training for Para Karate players

• Training sessions for Para Karate athletes

• Application of Para Karate categories to other Para Martial Arts

Program Presenters

• Mr. Mohamed Hamdy.

  Head of Para Karate Committee-ICMAF. Coach of the Egyptian Para Karate Squad, WKF Gold Medalists (2016, 2018, 2021, 2024). Coach of Saudi Para Karate Squad ASIA Gold Medalists (2022, 2023, 2024)

• Mr. Bahaa ElDin Mohamed.

  World Expert & Lecturer in Para Sports. Head Coach Of Egyptian Paratriathlon Squad.

Certification & Outcomes

• Attendees will be eligible for a final certification exam.

• The attendees could apply for 2 exams: the referees’ and instructors’ exams.

• Successful candidates will receive an official ICMAF Para Karate certificate as a referee and/or instructor.

Program Schedule

February 14: Arrival & hotel check-in
February 15: Instructor-focused sessions & practical training with players
February 16: Referees-focused sessions & rule applications
February 17: Event conclusion, exams, & check-out

Optional Activity for Umra & Medina visit (February 17-18): Complimentary bus transportation to Makkah for Umrah. Train tickets to Madinah will be available for purchase based on official pricing.

Attire Requirements

• Referees: Business casual

• Instructors: Business casual

• Para Karate Players: Karate Gi or appropriate sportswear

Additional Information

• Official Languages: Presentations will be delivered in Arabic and English simultaneously.

• Hotel Costs: Details will be communicated soon.