Driving Innovation to Shape The Future of Taekwondo Worldwide

Professional Taekwondo Federation Mission

The Professional Taekwondo Federation (PTF) serves as the global authority that recognizes both amateur and professional Taekwondo organizations, including Kombat Taekwondo, Kukkiwon, World Taekwondo, the International Taekwondo Federation, and other recognized Taekwondo organizations. PTF is dedicated to educating, licensing, certifying, and sanctioning events to elevate Taekwondo as both a martial arts and a combat sport. Our mission is to set the highest standards for professional Taekwondo practitioners, ensuring safety, integrity, and global recognition across professional, traditional, and modern Taekwondo. While upholding the values and traditions of Taekwondo, PTF also embraces innovation, creating new opportunities for the Taekwondo’s future.

Shaping the Future of Taekwondo

The Professional Taekwondo Federation mission is to regulate, protect, and advance Taekwondo in all its forms, ensuring it remains a respected martial art and a thriving global sport. By establishing the highest professional standards and recognizing Kombat Taekwondo, Kukkiwon, WT, ITF, and other Taekwondo styles, PTF is shaping the future of Taekwondo—a future that honors its traditions while embracing global expansion and innovation.

Honorary President

David Askinas
Honorary President
Rajan Sakya
Honorary President
Hyun Suk Seo
Honorary President
Dr. Helder Navaro
Honorary President

PTF Executive Member

Rick W. Shin
President
Chuong Pham
Sr. Vice President
George Hristescu
Sr. Vice President
David Askinas
Honorary President

Commissions & Committees

Claudio Aranda
Deputy Secretary General
Rajan Sakya
Honorary President
Rick W. Shin
President
Hyun Suk Seo
Honorary President