The 13th Korean Ambassador’s Cup Taekwondo Championship Kicks Off October 17–19, 2025!

Get ready for three days of thrilling martial arts excellence as the 13th Edition of the Korean Ambassador’s Cup Taekwondo Championship returns to Abuja from October 17th to 19th, 2025!

Organized by the Korean Cultural Centre Nigeria (KCCN) in collaboration with the Nigerian Taekwondo Federation, this prestigious annual event continues to promote sports diplomacy, cultural exchange, and the growth of Taekwondo in Nigeria.

📌 Event Overview

📅 Dates: 17–19 October, 2025

📍 Location: Indoor Sports Hall, Package B. Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja, Nigeria

🎯 Disciplines:

·         Kyorugi (Sparring – 16 Weight Categories)

·         Individual Poomsae

·         Pair Poomsae

·         Freestyle Poomsae

Athletes from across the nation will gather to compete for top honors in one of the most anticipated Taekwondo championships in Nigeria.

🖥️ Registration

All interested participants must register online through the official portal.

👉 Visit https://nigeriataekwondofederation.org.ng/ for more information.

Registration is required to compete. Early sign-up is advised due to limited slots and weigh-in schedules.

📆 Event Schedule

📍 17th October – Day 1: Poomsae & Opening

08:00 – 08:30: Technical Meeting (Poomsae)

09:00 – 13:30: Start Poomsae Competition

12:00 – 14:00: Weigh-In

13:30 – 14:30: Break

14:30 – 15:00: Technical Meeting (Kyorugi)

15:00 – 16:00: Poomsae Finals

16:00 – 17:00: Opening Ceremony

18:00 – 20:00: Kukkiwon Grading

📍 18th October – Day 2: Kyorugi Competition

00:00: Publication of Match Charts

07:00: Random Weigh-In Lists Published

08:00 – 08:30: Random Weigh-In

09:00 – 13:30: Competition Begins

13:30 – 14:30: Break

14:30 – 18:00: Competition Continues

📍 19th October – Day 3: Finals & Closing

00:00: Publication of Match Charts

07:00: Random Weigh-In Lists Published

08:00 – 08:30: Random Weigh-In

09:00 – 13:30: Competition Resumes

13:30 – 14:30: Break

14:30 – 16:00: Final Matches

17:00 – 18:00: Closing Ceremony

🏅 Who Should Attend?

This event is open to all sports enthusiasts, martial arts lovers, and fans of Korean culture in Abuja and surrounding areas. Whether you're cheering from the stands or stepping onto the mat, this championship is not to be missed!

Join us as we celebrate skill, discipline, and cultural unity through the power of Taekwondo.