Guardian Girls Karate Continues Expansion in Asia with Seminars in Indonesia and Kazakhstan

Guardian Girls Karate continues to grow across Asia with two new seminars held in Indonesia and Kazakhstan. The two activities follow the instructors’ seminar in Tokyo, Japan, in March, and mark another step forward in the programme’s mission to highlight the social legacy of Karate and its impact in the fight against gender-based violence.

InBogor, Indonesia,an open seminar took place on May 3, 2026, at OSH Dojo, Legenda Wisata Cibubur. The event was organised by the Indonesian Karate Federation (PB FORKI) and underlined the federation’s active role in supporting women’s development through karate.

Twelve participants joined the session, reflecting the programme’s inclusive approach, with ages ranging from 11 to 69. Training focused on basic karate techniques, self-defence skills, and building confidence in a safe environment.

The session was led by certified Guardian Girls Karate instructors Puspa Meonk and Tinne Novita, with the presence of national-level athletes and coaches adding further motivation. The seminar demonstrated how structured support from the national federation helps create opportunities for women of all backgrounds to engage in karate.

InAlmaty, Kazakhstan,a second seminar brought together 20 women to develop self-defence skills, awareness, and personal confidence. The activity was conducted by WKF-certified instructor Alexandra Budkina.

The seminar in Kazakhstan also reflects the importance of local engagement in delivering the Guardian Girls Karate programme. Through collaboration with national stakeholders, the initiative is able to adapt to local needs while maintaining consistent training standards.

Across both countries, the seminars show clear progress in building a network of trained instructors and empowered participants, while they demonstrate how partnerships with national karate federations are essential for scaling the programme and ensuring long-term impact.

As the programme continues its expansion in Asia, these activities highlight its role in supporting women and girls to feel safer and more confident in their daily lives. The programme will continue reaching more and more communities, not only in Asia but all over the world with more initiatives to further highlight Karate’s social impact.

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