Nearly 1.000 athletes compete in the 2025 Central - Central Highlands Nghia Dung Karate-Do Tournament

Permanent Vice Chairman Nguyen Thanh Binh (left) presenting flowers in celebration of the opening ceremony

Taking place from July 21st to 24th, the 2025 Central - Central Highlands Nghia Dung Karate-Do Club Tournament gathers nearly 1.000 athletes from 86 clubs nationwide, competing for 77 sets of medals in two disciplines: Kata (forms) and Kumite (sparring).

Although this is the first time the tournament has been held, the participation of nearly 1.000 athletes highlights the growth of Nghia Dung Karate-Do and its branches and clubs across the country. It has also become one of the largest and most well-attended events in the 2025 “Hue Sports Festival”, a sports week promoting community health.

The Nghia Dung Karate-Do sect was founded in 1978 by master Nguyen Van Dung, and is headquartered on Truong Dinh Street, Hue City.