Two esteemed Ghanaian karate referees, Daniel Nana Gyamfi and Isaac Amponsah, are presently collaborating within the 2025 Union Federation of African Karate Referees and Judges Course in Abuja, Nigeria.
The 4-day course, which commenced on July 21 and can conclude as we speak, is aimed toward equipping referees and judges with the required data and abilities to advertise and develop karate in Africa.
With 154 individuals from throughout the continent, this course is a major step in the direction of enhancing the requirements of refereeing and judging in African karate.
The course covers a variety of matters, together with guidelines and laws, referee and choose tasks, and sensible expertise. These matters are designed to make sure that referees and judges are well-versed within the guidelines and laws of karate competitions, together with Kumite and Kata competitors guidelines.
Moreover, the course supplies individuals with the chance to realize sensible expertise by officiating at native and nationwide tournaments and collaborating in workshops or seminars.
In an interview, Mr Gyamfi expressed his gratitude to the president of the federation, Mr Nathaniel Johnson, for the help.
“This course is a game-changer for me, and I’m assured that it’ll propel me to grow to be a greater referee and help my development to grow to be an authorized choose.”
His sentiments replicate the significance of this course in enhancing the talents and data of referees and judges in African karate.
On his half Mr Isaac Amponsah, who doubles because the vice chairman of the federation, additionally spoke extremely of the course, stating, “This course is great, and it has stored me up-to-date with the present pointers to make sure the continual promotion of the game. I imagine that extra of such academic programs would go a good distance in bettering the sport in Africa.”
He additional emphasised the necessity for ongoing training and coaching to make sure that referees and judges stay present and efficient of their roles.
The 2025 Union Federation of African Karate Referees and Judges Course is a major milestone within the growth of karate in Africa.
The ultimate take a look at, which might be performed by instructors, will assess and reward remaining certificates for certified referees and judges, in addition to badges, which symbolise an essential accomplishment for many who take part.
