The World Governing Body for
Professional & Amateur Taekwondo

The Professional Taekwondo Federation stands as the highest authority in Taekwondo, maintaining the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and safety.

Legitimacy, Growth & Global Recognition.

Serve as the World Governing Body for Professional and Amateur Taekwondo.

Provide education in Professional, Amateur, and Traditional Taekwondo styles.

Issue licenses and certifications to ensure high standards.

Sanction events to regulate and uphold fair competition within the sport.

Develop strategic partnerships to advance the global presence of Taekwondo.

Ensure fair Taekwondo participants representation and welfare.

Protect and promote the integrity of Taekwondo through regulatory oversight and enforcement of standards.

The Professional Taekwondo Federation aligns with the values of the United Nations’ UNESCO International Charter of Physical Education, Physical Activity and Sport, which recognizes sport as a fundamental human right.

Professional Taekwondo Federation Recognizes the Following Organizations

The Professional Taekwondo Federation acknowledges these key organizations for their contributions to both professional and amateur Taekwondo worldwide.

Latest News

Kombat Taekwondo Malaysia Conducts 2026 Instructor & Assistant Training Program

January 17, 2026

Kombat Taekwondo Malaysia Conducts 2026 Instructor & Assistant Training Program
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Appointment of Mr. Jeon Ho as Chief of Staff for PTF & Kombat Global

January 9, 2026

Appointment of Mr. Jeon Ho as Chief of Staff for PTF & Kombat Global
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Happy New Year Message from the President

December 31, 2025

Happy New Year Message from the President
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Guadeloupe Gears Up for the Ultimate Professional Fight Night

December 1, 2025

Guadeloupe Gears Up for the Ultimate Professional Fight Night
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Gimcheon to Host Historic 2026 World Taekwondo Championships Open to All Styles and Levels

November 19, 2025

Gimcheon to Host Historic 2026 World Taekwondo Championships Open to All Styles and Levels
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ITF and PTF/KT Signed MOU to Strengthen Cooperation and Global Partnership

November 12, 2025

ITF and PTF/KT Signed MOU to Strengthen Cooperation and Global Partnership
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2025 PTF Hall of Fame Celebrates One Taekwondo Family in Baguio City

November 10, 2025

2025 PTF Hall of Fame Celebrates One Taekwondo Family in Baguio City
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Historic Breakthrough: Uzbekistan Hosts First-Ever Professional Taekwondo Fights in the Octagon

October 25, 2025

Historic Breakthrough: Uzbekistan Hosts First-Ever Professional Taekwondo Fights in the Octagon
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PTF Uruguay lanzó exitoso Seminario Técnico uniendo Taekwondo Olímpico y Tradicional

October 13, 2025

PTF Uruguay lanzó exitoso Seminario Técnico uniendo Taekwondo Olímpico y Tradicional
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César Cáceres es el nuevo presidente de Kombat Taekwondo y la PTF en Paraguay

September 24, 2025

César Cáceres es el nuevo presidente de Kombat Taekwondo y la PTF en Paraguay
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Legacy Meets Innovation: A Historic Step Forward for Taekwondo’s Future

September 15, 2025

Legacy Meets Innovation: A Historic Step Forward for Taekwondo’s Future
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PTF Events in the Philippines: Hall of Fame Gala, International Poomsae Seminar & Black Belt Dan Testing

September 7, 2025

PTF Events in the Philippines: Hall of Fame Gala, International Poomsae Seminar & Black Belt Dan Testing
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PTF Holds Historic Inaugural General Assembly, Establishing Its Global Governance Structure

July 26, 2025

PTF Holds Historic Inaugural General Assembly, Establishing Its Global Governance Structure
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President Grand Master Rick W. Shin Meets President Grand Master Choi Jung Hwa in Seoul

July 19, 2025

President Grand Master Rick W. Shin Meets President Grand Master Choi Jung Hwa in Seoul
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Éxito rotundo del primer seminario internacional de la Taekwondo Referee Union (TRU)

July 16, 2025

Éxito rotundo del primer seminario internacional de la Taekwondo Referee Union (TRU)
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PTF Aligns with UNESCO Sport Charter and Moves Closer to Global Recognition

June 29, 2025

PTF Aligns with UNESCO Sport Charter and Moves Closer to Global Recognition
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The Taekwondo Revolution: The Birth of the Professional Taekwondo Federation (PTF) as the Global Governing Body of the Sport

March 15, 2025

The Taekwondo Revolution: The Birth of the Professional Taekwondo Federation (PTF) as the Global Governing Body of the Sport
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