Deutschland Kempo Federation e.V.

Martial arts bring us together.
Together we achieve more.

Kempo combines tradition, competition and modern training methods – diverse in technique and united by shared values.

Tradition Competition Self-defence Community

Our martial art

Kempo – diverse techniques, united by shared values.

Traditional Kempo, kata, weapons kata and self-defence combine precision, concentration and body control. They preserve the foundations of the martial art and bring its diversity to life.

Two Kempo athletes demonstrating a technique

Traditional Kempo

Kata, weapons kata and self-defence – focused, precise and technically sound.

Fighting Kempo

Semi-Kempo, Light-Kempo and Full-Kempo offer scope for technique, tactics and athletic achievement.

Submission & Kempo MMA

Ground fighting and the combination of different fighting ranges are part of international Kempo sport.

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Competitions are governed by the respective event regulations and the current rules of the relevant discipline. We follow the applicable I.K.F. guidelines.

Training & development

Learn together. Grow together.

Training together and sharing expertise help us progress. Through seminars, courses and international contacts, we aim to provide fresh ideas and support the development of athletes and coaches.

Our focus is on technical fundamentals, respect and responsibility towards one another, and the joy of martial arts. Experienced martial artists and dedicated newcomers should learn from each other and grow together.

Techniqueprecise & sound

Exchangeopen & international

Team spiritstrong & unifying

Competition

Preparing for European and World Championships.

A particular focus is preparing athletes for European and World Championships. We rely on continuous training, targeted development and strong team spirit.

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Female Kempo athlete in a competition stance

Kempo competition with kicking technique

Community

Shaping the future of Kempo together.

Do you practise Kempo, run a dojo or want your club to become part of our community? We look forward to connecting with dedicated athletes, coaches and clubs.

Membership

Become part of a dedicated network for Kempo and martial arts.

Collaboration

Joint courses, exchange and athletic development.

Seminars

Fresh ideas, knowledge sharing and training across club boundaries.

The people behind the DKF

Responsibility. Experience. Moving forward together.

The Deutschland Kempo Federation is shaped by people who take responsibility, develop structures and advance Kempo together.

1st Chairperson

Igor Vaisman

Supports the federation’s work and the continued joint development of Deutschland Kempo Federation e.V.

2nd Chairperson

Bikash Subedi

Contributes to the federation’s work and the development of Deutschland Kempo Federation e.V.

Management

Ulrich Lentz

Responsible for the management and organisational development of Deutschland Kempo Federation e.V.