SUDOKWAN FIRST WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PH 2026:COMPREHENSIVE PREPARATION GETS UNDERWAY

IT'S all systems go for the hosting preparation of the biggest and first sudokwan international martial arts event in the country.

Sudokwan Association of the Philippines founder / president Rene Catalan Sr.starts to spread the official communication to all concerned worldwide.

RE: OFFICIAL INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SUDOKWAN FIRST WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP & APPOINTMENT AS SUDOKWAN AMBASSADOR

"To all Ambassador/Sifu/Coacher,

Kindly Check the Details of our Upcoming event..

Warm greetings from the Philippines.

On behalf of the Sudokwan Association Inc., I, respectfully extend to you this formal invitation to participate in the upcoming

SUDOKWAN FIRST WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

to be held on May 20–23, 2026 in

Pasig City Sports Complex, Philippines

With 15 Confirmed Participating Countries

You are cordially invited to bring your fighters from your national federation to compete in this historic event featuring the newly developed Filipino martial art SUDOKWAN—a discipline that integrates Boxing, Judo, Greco-Roman Wrestling and Freestyle Wrestling..

All MMA, Boxing, Judo, and Wrestling athletes are eligible to join.

OFFICIAL APPOINTMENT INVITATION

As Sudokwan continues its international expansion, we are also honored to invite you to become part of international Federation as a

SUDOKWAN(Country)DIRECTOR

(Under the Sudokwan International Federation)

Your leadership in your Country will strengthen our global network and support the development of Sudokwan as an internationally recognized combat sport.

FREE ACCOMMODATION & PRIVILEGES.

All official delegations will receive:

* 4 days FREE hotel accommodation

* FREE meals for all athletes and officials

* FREE Pasig City tour on May 24

* Certificates & trophies for all winners

Main Championship Awards:

Gold Medalist- Belt,Cert.and Medal;

Silver Medalist Medal,Cert.and Trophy;

Bronze Medalist - Medal,Cert and Trophy

OFFICIAL EVENT SCHEDULE

May 20 – Arrival Day

– Arrival of all international teams

May 21 – Weigh-in & Ceremonies

8:00–10:00 AM – Official Weigh-in

11:00 AM–12:00 NN – Welcome Lunch & Meeting

1:00–3:00 PM – Courtesy Call to Host Municipal Mayor

4:00–5:00 PM – Orientation & Drawing of Lots

5:00 PM – Motorcade / Parade of Nations

May 22 – Opening & Competition Day 1

8:00 AM – Opening Ceremony

9:00 AM – Competition bouts begin

May 23 – Awards Day

– Final bouts & awarding of medals, trophies, and cash prizes

May 24 – Cultural & City Tour

– Official tourism promotion tour in Pasig City and nearby sites

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AVAILABLE WEIGHT DIVISIONS

Kids (Female):

15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 33, 36, 39, 42, 45 kg

Kids (Male):

15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 33, 36, 39, 42, 45, 48 kg.

Youth & Adult (Female):

45 to 105 kg + Open Weight (20 categories)

Youth & Adult (Male):

48 to 105 kg + Open Weight (20 categories)

SUDOKWAN COMPETITION SYSTEM

1. SUDO STANDING

– Boxing

– Judo

– Greco-Roman Wrestling

Point System:

• Punching: 1 point (head/body)

• Takedowns: 3 points

• 3× stepping out: -1 point

• 5 × 3-point advantage = round winner

2. SUDO FREESTYLE

– Amateur & Pro Boxing

– Judo

– Greco & Freestyle Wrestling

Point System:

• Punching: 1 point

• Takedown: 2 points

• 5-second pin: 1 point

• Out-of-mat penalty: -1 point

• 5 × 3-point advantage = round winner

Kids Rounds:

• 1 minute × 3 rounds

• With headgear and body armor

Youth:

• 2 minutes × 3 rounds

National/International Levels:

• 3 minutes × 3 rounds

• Headgear required.

SUDOKWAN is a Filipino-created martial art, designed as a global grassroots foundation for all combat sports. It is one of the fastest-growing martial arts in the Philippines, with:

* 7,000+ active members

* 10 regional directors

* 2,000+ elite athletes

Thousands of trainees nationwide and internationally

Sudokwan is known for:

* Fair and unbiased judging

* Opportunities for national and international exposure

* Strong athlete development programs

* Production of world-class fighters across Asia and beyond.

We sincerely hope that you accept this official invitation to join us for the Sudokwan World Championship and to lead the growth of Sudokwan in your country as our Sudokwan Association Director.

Your participation will contribute greatly to our shared mission:

TO UPLIFT FIGHTERS AND GIVE THEM A GLOBAL STAGE TO SHINE.

We look forward to welcoming you and your fighters to the Philippines", Asian Games Doha 2005 wushu gold medalist Catalan said in his official message as he acknowledged the full support of Senate Committee on Sports head Sen. Christopher Lawrence ' Bong Go and back up from Philippine Olympic Committee and Philippine Sports Commission.

National qualifying tournaments will be held next month of February and April. DANNY SIMON