# Swiss Taekwondo

> More Than a Sport. A Way of Life. Discover what’s happening across Swiss Taekwondo - from national events and athlete stories to training tips and official updates. Stay informed. Stay inspired and explore the latest news and updates.

## Core Information & Getting Started
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Official Portal](https://taekwondo.ch/home.html)**: The official hub for Swiss Taekwondo featuring national event registration, athlete news, Poomsae and Kyorugi competition updates, and championship training insights.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo News and Updates](https://taekwondo.ch/news.html)**: A collection of latest headlines, athlete achievements, competition results, and events impacting the Swiss Taekwondo community.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Events Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/events.html)**: A comprehensive list of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo championships, Poomsae national team training sessions, referee seminars, and club tournaments.
* **[Swiss Open 2026 Taekwondo Tournament Details](https://taekwondo.ch/events/swiss-open.html)**: Information regarding the 2nd Swiss Open Kyorugi in St. Gallen, featuring E2/G1 ranking events, the innovative Swiss Challenge for eliminated athletes, and the introduction of Para Taekwondo.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo: Grandmaster Shin Seminar Series 2026](https://taekwondo.ch/events/shin-seminar-series.html)**: Details regarding the 2026 Grandmaster Shin seminar series in Bern, featuring specialized Poomsae training, physical conditioning sessions, and advanced certification grading insights for Taekwondo practitioners and instructors.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo: Sport Overview and Philosophy](https://taekwondo.ch/sport.html)**: An overview of Swiss Taekwondo, detailing its history as a Korean martial art, its Olympic status, core tenets, and the diverse disciplines offered within the Swiss national federation.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Competitive Programs and Athlete Development](https://taekwondo.ch/competitive-taekwondo.html)**: Overview of the competitive Taekwondo landscape in Switzerland, including pathways from local tournaments to international World Taekwondo and Swiss Olympic sanctioned events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Youth Development Programs](https://taekwondo.ch/kids.html)**: This page outlines the developmental, physical, and character-building benefits of Taekwondo for children and explains the structure of youth martial arts training within the Swiss Taekwondo organization.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo: Official National Governing Body](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us.html)**: Swiss Taekwondo is the official national federation representing Olympic Taekwondo in Switzerland, serving as the authorized member of World Taekwondo and Swiss Olympic.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Affiliated Clubs Directory](https://taekwondo.ch/clubs.html)**: A comprehensive directory of recognized Swiss Taekwondo schools and clubs, providing contact information and locations for training across various Swiss regions.

## The Sport & Disciplines
* **[Taekwondo Kyorugi: Olympic Sparring Overview](https://taekwondo.ch/sport/kyorugi.html)**: An overview of Kyorugi, the full-contact Olympic sparring discipline of Taekwondo, covering its rules, competitive nature, and its development within the Swiss Taekwondo ecosystem.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo: Recognized Poomsae Guide](https://taekwondo.ch/sport/poomsae.html)**: This document outlines the technical standards, competitive structure, and training philosophy for Recognized Poomsae within Swiss and international World Taekwondo governance.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo: Freestyle Poomsae Guide](https://taekwondo.ch/sport/freestyle-poomsae.html)**: An overview of Freestyle Poomsae as a World Taekwondo-recognized discipline, covering core principles of creative choreography, acrobatics, and technical requirements in the Swiss Taekwondo context.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Club Directory](https://taekwondo.ch/sport/club-finder.html)**: A comprehensive directory of officially recognized Taekwondo clubs across Switzerland, providing contact details and location information for training facilities.
* **[Taekwondo Beach Games and Swiss Participation](https://taekwondo.ch/sport/beach-games.html)**: An overview of the World Taekwondo Beach Games movement, highlighting the evolution of competitive Poomsae and the Swiss National Team's participation in international coastal events.
* **[Para-Taekwondo Overview | Swiss Taekwondo](https://taekwondo.ch/sport/Para-Taekwondo.html)**: Information on Swiss Para-Taekwondo programs, including Kyorugi and Poomsae competition categories, Paralympic history, and inclusive sport development for athletes with disabilities.

## Competitive Teams & Athletes
* **[Swiss National Kyorugi Team Overview and Ranking System](https://taekwondo.ch/competitive-taekwondo/national-team-kyorugi.html)**: This document outlines the structure, mission, and selection criteria of the Swiss National Kyorugi Taekwondo team, including details on the official national ranking platform used for athlete evaluation.
* **[Swiss National Poomsae Team Overview](https://taekwondo.ch/competitive-taekwondo/national-team-poomsae.html)**: Information regarding the Swiss National Poomsae Team, including athlete selection criteria, competition categories, and the training focus for international Taekwondo championships.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Olympic Pathways](https://taekwondo.ch/competitive-taekwondo/olympics.html)**: This page details the official qualification pathways, history, and development programs for Swiss athletes competing in Olympic Taekwondo (Kyorugi) under World Taekwondo standards.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Performance Center (TPC) Kyorugi Network](https://taekwondo.ch/competitive-taekwondo/taekwondo-performance-center-kyorugi.html)**: Information regarding the Swiss Taekwondo Performance Center network, including Kyorugi training locations, coaching staff, and schedules for competitive athlete development.

## Kids & Youth Programs
* **[Tiger Club: Taekwondo Program for Children Aged 4+](https://taekwondo.ch/kids/tiger-club.html)**: The Tiger Club is a specialized, play-based Taekwondo curriculum for children aged 4 and older that focuses on developing motor skills, core values, and self-confidence in a pressure-free environment.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo: Parent Guide for Children's Martial Arts Training](https://taekwondo.ch/kids/for-the-parents.html)**: A guide for parents outlining the developmental benefits of Taekwondo, professional club standards in Switzerland, and how to effectively support a child's martial arts journey.

## About Us, Ethics & Organization
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Incident Reporting and Ethics Policy](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/report-incident.html)**: Guidelines and official procedures for reporting ethical breaches, misconduct, or safety concerns within Swiss Taekwondo to ensure a secure environment for all participants.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Board Members and Leadership](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/board.html)**: A directory of the Swiss Taekwondo board members, detailing their leadership roles, departmental responsibilities, and professional contact information.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Ethical Standards and Framework](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/ethics.html)**: An overview of the ethical principles, martial arts tenets, and regulatory compliance standards—including Swiss Olympic and World Taekwondo policies—that govern conduct within Swiss Taekwondo.
* **[Directory of Official Swiss Taekwondo Clubs](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/clubs.html)**: A comprehensive directory of recognized Swiss Taekwondo schools and clubs, providing contact details and locations for training across Switzerland.
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* **[Swiss Taekwondo Sponsorship and Partnership Information](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/sponsors.html)**: Information for potential and existing partners regarding sponsorship opportunities, benefits, and current organizations supporting Swiss Taekwondo's athletic programs.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Membership Information](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/membership.html)**: Overview of membership benefits for individuals and clubs seeking to join Swiss Taekwondo, the official national governing body for Olympic-style Taekwondo in Switzerland.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Contact and Support Information](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/contact-us.html)**: Contact details for Swiss Taekwondo, providing support for membership, events, and general inquiries via email.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Official Documents and Regulations](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/download-section-fr.html)**: A centralized repository of downloadable official Swiss Taekwondo statutes, disciplinary rules, training regulations, and selection criteria for members and clubs.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Athlete Representatives](https://taekwondo.ch/about-us/athlete-representatives.html)**: Information on the roles, contact details, and responsibilities of the Swiss Taekwondo athlete representatives who serve as a bridge between federation practitioners and leadership.

## Recent News & Updates
* **[Swiss Taekwondo HUB 2026 Athlete Selection and Performance Pathway](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/hub-selection-2026.html)**: This document outlines the Swiss Taekwondo HUB 2026 program, detailing the tiered development structure and listing the athletes selected for the HP-Team, Development Team, and Foundation Team.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Championship 2025 Event Report](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/swiss-championship-wallisellen.html)**: A summary of the Swiss Taekwondo Championship 2025 held in Wallisellen, including participation statistics, competition highlights for Kyorugi and Poomsae, and links to official results.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo International Winter Camp Report 2026](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/winter-camp-friedrichshafen.html)**: A summary of the Swiss national delegation's participation in the Friedrichshafen International Winter Camp, focusing on intensive kyorugi training, athlete development, and international networking.
* **[Swiss Poomsae Team Performance at 2026 German Open G1](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/german-open-2026.html)**: This report details the Swiss national team's results at the 2026 German Open Poomsae G1, highlighting a silver medal in the Junior Mixed Pair category and top-tier performances across individual, pair, and team events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo 2026 Kyorugi Season Kick-off in Innsbruck](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/austria-open-2026.html)**: A summary of the Swiss National Team's performance at the 2026 Golden Roof Open and Austrian Open, detailing athlete results and coaching insights on early-season preparation.
* **[Swiss Poomsae Team Results at the 2026 Bulgarian Open G2](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/bulgaria-open-poomsae-2026.html)**: Report on the Swiss national team's performance at the 2026 Bulgarian Open, highlighting Luis Angel Sanchez's silver medal in the U50 category and overall results across junior and senior divisions.
* **[Swiss National Team Dutch Open 2026 Results and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/dutch-open.html)**: A report on the Swiss Kyorugi national team's medal successes at the Dutch Open G2 tournament alongside a list of upcoming 2026 Swiss Taekwondo events, seminars, and training sessions.
* **[Swiss Junior Team Selection and 2026 Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/junior-wm-qualifyer.html)**: Announcement of the five-athlete Swiss junior squad for the 2026 World Taekwondo Championships in Tashkent, alongside a list of upcoming national training camps and competition events.
* **[Kukkiwon Office Switzerland Poomsae & Para-Taekwondo Seminar Report](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/kukkiwon-switzerland-seminar.html)**: A summary of the Easter weekend training seminar led by Grandmaster Mustapha Moutarazak, covering competitive Poomsae, Freestyle Poomsae theory, and Para-Taekwondo regulations.
* **[Dionis Memeti Senior European Championship Debut Report](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/em-munich.html)**: Analysis of Dionis Memeti's senior Kyorugi debut at the 2026 European Championships alongside updates on Swiss refugee team athletes and upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Results: WT President's Cup 2026](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/president-cup-nuremberg.html)**: Report on Swiss athletes Davud Güllü and Sofija Zivkovic winning gold and silver medals at the G3-ranked World Taekwondo President's Cup 2026 in Nuremberg.
* **[Isaia Theodoridou Earns International Referee Certification](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/international-referee.html)**: Swiss Taekwondo athlete Isaia Theodoridou successfully obtains her WT International Kyorugi Referee Certification, alongside a schedule of upcoming national events and training seminars.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Dan Examination Results - June 2026](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/dan-test-june.html)**: Report on the successful Swiss Taekwondo dan test held in Wattwil on June 20, 2026, featuring a list of top-performing athletes and information on upcoming examination schedules.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Performance at Solidarity's Center Open 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/montargis-solidarity-cup.html)**: A report on the Swiss team's achievement of 14 medals and 2nd place in the national ranking at the G1-ranked Solidarity's Center Open in Montargis.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Poomsae Training Seminar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2026/poomsae-day.html)**: A summary of a national Poomsae workshop led by coach Maria Gilgen, covering technical basics, Taegeuk and Dan forms, and professional development for Swiss Taekwondo athletes and coaches.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo February 2025 Competition Results and Rankings](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/swiss-taekwondo-congratulates-medalists-and-releases-february-2025-rankings.html)**: This report summarizes Swiss athlete medal performances from the Austrian Open and E3 Grand Prix Qualifier, provides access to the February 2025 Kyorugi rankings, and lists upcoming national training and referee events.
* **[Swiss Kyorugi Rankings and 2026 Taekwondo Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/swiss-kyorugi-athlete-ranking-2nd-feb-2025.html)**: This document provides the February 2025 Swiss Kyorugi athlete rankings, official championship selection criteria, and a schedule of upcoming 2026 training camps, seminars, and competitions.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo February 2025 Newsletter and Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/taekwondo-aktuell-februar.html)**: This document provides the February 2025 Swiss Taekwondo update, including a downloadable newsletter and a detailed schedule of upcoming national team training sessions, referee seminars, and competitive tournaments for 2026.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Events and Updates January 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/taekwondo-aktuell-januar.html)**: A comprehensive list of Swiss Taekwondo upcoming events, including national team trainings, referee seminars, and championship tournaments scheduled for 2026.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Poomsae Referee Seminar (Jan 2025)](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/jan-25th-and-26th-recognized-and-freestyle-poomsae-referee-seminar.html)**: Details regarding the upcoming Recognized and Freestyle Poomsae Referee Seminar hosted by Swiss Taekwondo in January 2025 at Taekwondo Bern.
* **[Swiss Poomsae Team Results at G1 Bulgaria Open 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/g1-poomsae-bulgaria-open-march-3rd-2025.html)**: The Swiss Poomsae Team achieved three podium finishes at the G1 Bulgaria Open in Sofia, marking their final qualification event for the Poomsae European Championship.
* **[Swiss National Poomsae Team Training with Constantin Zabbal](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/national-poomsae-team-hosted-training-session-with-constantin-zabbal.html)**: Report on the Swiss Poomsae Team's preparation for the European Championship featuring guest coach Constantin Zabbal and technical rule instruction from international referees.
* **[Swiss National Team Results at Dutch Open Kyorugi 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/g2-e2-kyorugi-dutch-open-march-8th-9th-swiss-national-team.html)**: This article details the performance of the Swiss national team at the G2/E2 Dutch Open in Eindhoven, highlighting three medal wins by Kadhem Hafaz, Hosseyn Hafaz, and Sofija Zivkovic.
* **[Jean-Marie Ayer Appointed Chair of World Taekwondo Ad-Hoc Election Committee](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/jean-marie-ayer-appointed-as-chair-of-wt-ad-hoc-election-committee.html)**: This page documents the appointment of Swiss Taekwondo President Jean-Marie Ayer to the World Taekwondo Ad-Hoc Election Committee and lists upcoming 2026 Swiss Taekwondo events, seminars, and training sessions.
* **[Ramus Skopje Open Taekwondo Tournament Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/ramus-skopje-open.html)**: Report on the successful performance of Taekwondo Winterthur athletes, who secured one silver and two bronze medals at the Ramus Skopje Open, alongside a list of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo March 2025 Results and Athlete Rankings](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/swiss-taekwondo-celebrates-march-2025-medalists-and-updates-rankings.html)**: A report detailing international competition medalists for March 2025, an update to the Kyorugi athlete rankings, and a schedule of upcoming national training and referee events.
* **[Swiss Athletes Results at Galeb Belgrade Trophy G1](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/galeb-belgrade-trophy-serbia-open-g1.html)**: Swiss Taekwondo athletes secured two medals, including a silver and a bronze, at the 2025 Galeb Belgrade Trophy G1 international tournament.
* **[Swiss National Poomsae Team Success at Nazaré Beach Taekwondo Open 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/BeachPoomsaeNazare.html)**: A summary of the Swiss National Poomsae Team's performance at the 2025 Nazaré Beach Taekwondo Open, detailing gold medal achievements across individual, pair, and team freestyle categories.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Kyorugi June 2025 Rankings and Upcoming Events](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/RankingJune2025.html)**: This document lists June 2025 Swiss Taekwondo Kyorugi international medalists alongside a schedule of upcoming national training camps, seminars, and tournament events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo HUB 2025 Review and 2026 Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/HUBSemiAnnualReview.html)**: This document outlines the 2025 HUB team placement updates, athlete promotions, and the official event calendar for the 2026 Swiss Taekwondo season including training, seminars, and championships.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo EYOF 2025 Delegation and Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/EYOFSkopje.html)**: Details regarding the five Swiss athletes selected for the 2025 European Youth Olympic Festival and a schedule of upcoming national Taekwondo events, seminars, and competitions.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo News and Event Calendar April 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/TKDAktuellApril.html)**: A summary of the April 2025 edition of Taekwondo Aktuell covering national athlete achievements and upcoming Swiss Taekwondo tournaments and training seminars for 2026.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo May 2025 Kyorugi Rankings and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/KyorugiRankingsMay2025.html)**: This document lists the Swiss Taekwondo Kyorugi medalists from the April 2025 Krasniqi Open and provides a schedule of upcoming national team trainings, referee seminars, and tournament events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo May 2025 News and Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/TKDAktuellMay.html)**: This document summarizes Swiss Taekwondo highlights from May 2025, including national team achievements, tournament results, and a comprehensive schedule of upcoming 2026 Poomsae training, referee seminars, and competitions.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Austria Open 2025 Performance Report and Upcoming Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/AustriaOpen.html)**: A summary of Swiss athlete results at the Austria Open 2025 alongside a calendar of upcoming national training sessions, referee seminars, and open championships.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Kukkiwon Seminar Report with Grandmaster Shin](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/KukkiwonShin2025.html)**: A summary of the two-day Taekwondo seminar held in Berne featuring Grandmaster Shin, covering Poomsae, Kyorugi, and youth instruction techniques.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Official Portal and Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/NewWebsite.html)**: This is the official information hub for Swiss Taekwondo, providing news, membership resources, and an updated schedule of national competitions, seminars, and training events.
* **[Swiss Freestyle Poomsae Development and Roadmap](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/FreestyleProject.html)**: An overview of the Swiss Taekwondo Freestyle Poomsae initiative, covering the 2024-2025 development achievements, new strategic goals for 2025, and the establishment of the Bern-based Freestyle Coordination Team.
* **[Schaffhausen Open 2025 Taekwondo Championship Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/schaffhausen-open-2025.html)**: A comprehensive overview of the 15th Schaffhausen Open Taekwondo tournament, featuring results for Kyorugi and Poomsae competitions, including the introduction of Freestyle Poomsae.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo April 2025 Medalists and National Rankings](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/swiss-taekwondo-celebrates-april-2025-medalists-and-updates-rankings.html)**: This document lists the Swiss Taekwondo international medalists from April 2025 and provides an overview of upcoming national training, seminar, and competition events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo 2025 Delegates Assembly Summary](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/2025-delegates-assembly-new-board-and-key-topics.html)**: A report on the 2025 Swiss Taekwondo Delegates Assembly in Fribourg, covering the election of the new board, updates on coach education, Kukkiwon alignment, and initiatives to address the national referee shortage.
* **[Swiss National Team at the 2025 Poomsae European Championships](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/strong-swiss-performances-at-the-2025-poomsae-european-championships.html)**: A summary of Swiss athlete performances, rankings, and team development at the 2025 Poomsae European Championships in Tallinn.
* **[Swiss National Kyorugi Training Camp in Maria Alm](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/intensive-training-camp-in-maria-alm-swiss-national-kyorugi-team-in-international-exchange.html)**: Report on the international Taekwondo training camp in Maria Alm, Austria, featuring Swiss national athletes training alongside competitors from four other countries to improve technical and mental performance.
* **[Swiss National Poomsae Team Participation at the 2025 European Championships](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/swiss-national-poomsae-team-heads-to-the-european-championships-in-tallinn.html)**: This article lists the Swiss National Poomsae Team athletes representing Switzerland at the 2025 European Championships in Tallinn and provides a schedule of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo national events.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Events Calendar June 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/taekwondo-aktuell-june-2025.html)**: A schedule of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events including national team training, referee seminars, and open competitions through late 2026.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo EYOF Skopje 2025 Performance Report](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/eyof-skopje-2025-final.html)**: A summary of the Swiss national team's participation and athletic development at the 2025 European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje.
* **[Swiss National Taekwondo Team Performance and Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/German-Open-2025.html)**: Report on the Swiss National Team's medal success at the German Open G2 event and a comprehensive schedule of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo seminars and championships.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo July/August 2025 Kyorugi Rankings and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/Juli-August-Kyorugi-Rankings.html)**: This document lists the Swiss Taekwondo Kyorugi medalists from July 2025 competitions and outlines upcoming national events, training sessions, and seminars scheduled for late 2026.
* **[Swiss Open 2025 Tournament Recap](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/Swiss-Open-2025.html)**: A summary of the successful 2025 Swiss Open in St. Gallen, which marked the international tournament's return after a decade-long hiatus with participants from nearly 70 countries.
* **[POLE-Ouest Kyorugi Training Summary: 28.09.2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/RLZ-Ouest-Sep.html)**: A report on the POLE-Ouest Taekwondo training session held on September 28, 2025, which focused on Kyorugi precision, technical development, and modern point-scoring strategies for 22 competitive athletes.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo September 2025 Kyorugi Ranking and Administrative Updates](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/September-Ranking.html)**: This document details the September 2025 Swiss Kyorugi rankings, including medalists from the Swiss and German Opens, and specifies administrative point adjustments for non-classified tournaments.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo 2025 National Championships and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/swiss-championship-2025.html)**: Information regarding the 2025 Swiss Kyorugi and Poomsae Championships in Wallisellen, including registration details and an official calendar of upcoming national Taekwondo events and training sessions.
* **[Swiss Kyorugi National Team Beijing Training Camp Report](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/kyorugi-trainingcamp-beijing.html)**: Details the Swiss Kyorugi National Team's October 2025 intensive training camp at Beijing Sport University, highlighting international cooperation, professional athletic development, and cross-cultural exchange.
* **[Ilir Soulimani Represents Switzerland at the 2025 World Taekwondo Championships in Wuxi](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/world-championship-wuxi-2025.html)**: The World Taekwondo Championships are currently taking place in Wuxi, China (24–30 October 2025). Switzerland’s Ilir Sou...
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Team for the 2025 European Cadet & Kids Championships](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/em-athens.html)**: This article details the participation of eight Swiss athletes at the 2025 European Cadet & Kids Taekwondo Championships held in Athens, Greece, from November 6 to 8, 2025.
* **[Swiss Poomsae Team Results at Portugal Open 2025](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/poomsae-portugal-open.html)**: A report on the Swiss National Poomsae team's performance at the Portugal Open, highlighting their two gold and two bronze medal wins alongside the debut of national coach Maria Gilgen as an international referee.
* **[2025 European Taekwondo Championships in Aigle](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/em-aigle.html)**: Overview of the 2025 European Taekwondo Championships hosted in Aigle, Switzerland, featuring event schedules, location details, and team information for the competition held November 19–23.
* **[2025 European Taekwondo Junior and Senior Olympic Weight Championships in Aigle](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/em-aigle-report.html)**: A report on the Swiss National Team's performance at the European Taekwondo Championships in Aigle, Switzerland, covering competition outcomes and the development of the youth program.
* **[November 2025 Taekwondo Dan Seminar in Basel](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2025/dan-seminar-nov2025.html)**: This report details the November 2025 Taekwondo Dan seminar held in Basel, featuring advanced technical training and examination preparation led by Nuno Damaso and Mark Sandmeier.

## Optional Resources: Historical News Archive
> Contains older articles, past tournament results, and legacy updates.

* **[Swiss Taekwondo Newsletter and 2026 Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2024/taekwondo-aktuell-november-december.html)**: This document contains the Swiss Taekwondo November/December 2024 newsletter updates and a comprehensive schedule of upcoming 2026 national training sessions, referee seminars, and open competitions.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Freestyle Poomsae Seminar Series](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2024/freestyle-poomsae-seminar-series.html)**: Overview of the inaugural Swiss Taekwondo Freestyle Poomsae seminar, covering acrobatics and technical kick progression, with details for upcoming training sessions.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Dan Promotion 2024 Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2024/swiss-taekwondo-dan-promotion-in-fischenthal.html)**: A list of successful candidates and top performers from the Swiss Taekwondo Dan promotion exam held in Fischenthal on December 7, 2024.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Referee Certification and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2024/success-for-maria-gilgen-at-the-international-referee-seminar-in-jakarta.html)**: This document covers Maria Gilgen's international Poomsae referee certification in Jakarta and details upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events, including national team trainings and referee seminars.
* **[Warrick Galland Wins Balkan Open G1 Gold](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2024/balkan-open-g1-roumania-1st-place-for-warrick-galland.html)**: Warrick Galland secured 1st place in the -74kg category at the 2024 Balkan Open G1, moving him to 7th in the World Taekwondo rankings.
* **[Taekwondo Switzerland Dan Promotion Results December 2023](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2023/dan-promotion-ii-2023-biel-bienne.html)**: A comprehensive list of candidates who achieved new Dan and Poom grades during the official Taekwondo Switzerland promotion event held in Biel/Bienne on December 16, 2023.
* **[Dan Preparation Seminar and Swiss Taekwondo Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2023/dan-preparation-seminar-port.html)**: This document outlines the details of the Dan Preparation Seminar led by Mark Sandmeier and Maria Gilgen, alongside a comprehensive schedule of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events, seminars, and training sessions.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo News and 2026 Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2023/taekwondo-aktuell-dezember-2023.html)**: This document features the December 2023 edition of Taekwondo Aktuell and provides a comprehensive schedule of 2026 Swiss Taekwondo events, including national team trainings, referee seminars, and open competitions.
* **[Katia Parroche Bronze Medal at European Poomsae Championships](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2023/bronze-medal-katia-parroche-european-poomsae-championships-innsbruck-austria.html)**: Swiss National Team athlete Katia Parroche of Il-Gi Dojang Genève secured a bronze medal in the Female U40 category at the 2023 European Poomsae Championships in Innsbruck.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Kyorugi Referee Seminar 2023](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2023/kyorugi-referee-seminar-for-dan-test-2.html)**: A summary of the intensive 1-day Kyorugi Referee training seminar held on November 25, 2023, for Swiss Taekwondo Dan test candidates.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Camp 2023 Winterthur](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2022/grand-sports-academy-swiss-taekwondo-camp.html)**: Details regarding the 2023 Swiss Taekwondo Camp in Winterthur, featuring Olympic gold medalist Ahmad Abughaush and organized by the Grand Sports Academy.
* **[2022 Dan Promotion Results in Port](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2022/dan-promotion-2-in-port.html)**: A record of the December 2022 Taekwondo Dan promotion event in Port, listing the 15 successful candidates promoted to 1. Poom, 1. Dan, and 2. Dan.
* **[2022 High Dan Promotion Event Results in Biel/Bienne](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2022/high-dan-promotion-in-biel-bienne.html)**: This report documents the December 2022 Taekwondo high dan promotions for Maria Gilgen, Mark Thompson, and Sanchez Luis, presided over by Grandmasters René Bundeli, Fredy Wüthrich, and Mark Sandmeier.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo December 2022 Newsletter and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2022/taekwondo-aktuell-december-2022.html)**: This document outlines the Swiss Taekwondo association updates for December 2022 and provides a comprehensive schedule of upcoming 2026 events, including national team trainings, referee seminars, and open tournaments.
* **[Swiss Performance at 2022 European Cadet Taekwondo Championships](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2022/european-cadets-championships-malta-2022.html)**: A report on the results and participation of the two Swiss athletes, Rayen Khiari and Abbas Hafaz, at the 2022 European Cadet Championships in Malta.
* **[Appointment of Maria Gilgen as Swiss Poomsae National Coach](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2021/maria-gilgen-nationaltrainers-poomsae-coach-national-poomsae.html)**: This document outlines the official appointment of Maria Gilgen, a decorated athlete and board member, as the Swiss Taekwondo Poomsae National Coach effective January 1, 2022.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Dan Promotion Results and Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2021/dan-promotion-2-port.html)**: A record of athletes who passed their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Dan/Poom grading alongside a list of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo seminars and competitions.
* **[2021 Swiss Taekwondo National Championships Overview](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2021/2-wt-council-members-attending-the-swiss-national-championship-2021.html)**: This article details the 23rd Poomsae and 41st Kyorugi Swiss National Championships, highlighting the attendance of World Taekwondo Council members and the implementation of a new Safeguarding Officer role.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo COVID-19 Protection Measures and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2021/neue-verhaltensregeln-fuer-sportlerinnen-nouveau-conditions-cadres-pour-les-athletes.html)**: This document provides historical information on Swiss Taekwondo COVID-19 safety protocols from December 2021 and lists upcoming national team trainings, referee seminars, and open tournaments for 2026.
* **[Swiss Kyorugi Championship 2021 Results and Upcoming Events](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2021/results-swiss-kyorugi-championship-2021.html)**: This page provides official result documentation for the 2021 Swiss Kyorugi Championship and lists upcoming national Taekwondo seminars, training sessions, and competitions for 2026.
* **[National Poomsae Referee Refresher Course](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2020/refresher-course-for-certified-national-poomsae-referees.html)**: A summary of the Swiss Taekwondo refresher course for certified National Poomsae Referees led by Poomsae Referee Chair Fredy Wüthrich in Biel/Bienne.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo 2020 Archive](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2020/taekwondo-aktuell-january-december-2020.html)**: A collection of monthly Swiss Taekwondo magazine segments from January to December 2020 available as downloadable PDF documents.
* **[Peer Steinkellner's Swiss Olympic Trainer Certification](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2020/peer-steinkellner-baspo-swiss-olympic-trainer-spitzensport-mit-eidgenoessischem-diplom-hf.html)**: Announcement regarding Peer Steinkellner achieving the Federal HFP Diploma as a top-level Swiss Olympic sports coach.
* **[2020 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships Finale Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2020/results-finale-round-online-2020-world-taekwondo-poomsae-championships.html)**: This document lists the final placement and performance scores for Swiss national team athletes Maria Gilgen and Luzian Kopp at the 2020 Online World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships.
* **[2020 Online World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships Semi-Final Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2020/maria-gilgen-luzian-kopp-in-final-online-2020-world-taekwondo-poomsae-championships.html)**: Maria Gilgen and Luzian Kopp qualify for the final round of the 2020 Online World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships after successful semi-final performances.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Dan Promotion 2019 Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2019/dan-promotion-port-2019.html)**: Report detailing the results of the 2019 Swiss Taekwondo Dan and Poom grading examination, where 11 candidates achieved their promotion under the guidance of Mark Sandmeier.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo High Dan Promotion 2019 Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2019/high-dan-promotion-2019.html)**: A summary of the November 30, 2019, examination for 5th and 6th Dan grades conducted by GM René Bundeli, including the list of successful candidates.
* **[2014 European Champion Nina Kläy Visits Swiss National Youth Cadets and Juniors](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2019/european-champion-visits-national-team-training-cadets-juniors.html)**: In this 2019 training report, 2014 European Taekwondo Champion Nina Kläy mentors Swiss national cadets and juniors on the mindset and professional experience required for elite-level athletic competition.
* **[Michel Heldner Wins Silver at French Open Poomsae](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2019/silvermedal-michel-heldner-at-french-open-poomsae.html)**: A report on Michel Heldner's silver medal performance in the U60 category at the French Open Poomsae, alongside a list of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events.
* **[Timotej Mlinaric Bronze Medal at G1 Croatia Open 2019](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2019/k-bronze-timotej-mlinaric-at-g1-croatia-open.html)**: Report on Taekwondo athlete Timotej Mlinaric's performance and path to winning a bronze medal at the 2019 G1 Croatia Open in Zagreb representing RLZO Frauenfeld.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo DAN Promotion Test 2018](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2018/swiss-taekwondo-dan-test-ii-2018.html)**: A report on the second Swiss Taekwondo black belt examination held in Port on December 15, 2018, featuring 32 candidates and a panel of five high-ranking examiners.
* **[2018 European Clubs Championships Kids Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2018/k-european-clubs-championships-kids-silver-medal.html)**: This document lists the silver and bronze medalists from the 2018 European Clubs Championships for the Kids pre-cadet categories.
* **[2018 Taekwondo DAN Test Preparation Workshop](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2018/dan-test-preparation-ii-2018-basic-training.html)**: A summary of the 2018 basic training session for DAN test candidates led by instructor Fredy Wuthrich with 32 participants in Port.
* **[Swiss National Team Results: 2018 European Cadets Taekwondo Championships](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2018/european-cadets-championships-2018-marina-dor-spain.html)**: Overview and tournament outcomes for the Swiss national team at the 2018 European Cadets Taekwondo Championships held in Marina d'Or, Spain.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Newsletter and Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2018/taekwondo-aktuell-december-2018-2.html)**: This document contains the December 2018 edition of Taekwondo Aktuell and an updated schedule of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo national events, including Poomsae training, referee seminars, and tournaments.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo Results: 2017 European Olympic Weight Category Championships](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2017/european-olympic-weight-category-championships-2017-sofia-bulgaria.html)**: A summary of the Swiss national team performance and athlete placements at the 2017 European Olympic Weight Category Taekwondo Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria.
* **[Taekwondo Aktuell December 2017 and 2026 Swiss Taekwondo Event Calendar](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2017/taekwondo-aktuell-december-2017.html)**: This document contains the December 2017 issue of Taekwondo Aktuell and an updated schedule of upcoming 2026 Swiss Taekwondo events including Poomsae training, referee seminars, and open tournaments.
* **[Tatiana Miccoli Gold Medal at 2017 Israel Open WT G1](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2017/k-israel-open-2017-wt-g1-1-gold-medal.html)**: Report on Tatiana Miccoli's first-place victory in the Female Junior -52kg category at the 2017 Israel Open WT G1 championship.
* **[Croatia Open 2017 Taekwondo Results](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2017/k-croatia-open-2017-wt-g1-1-bronze-medal.html)**: Jeton Demhasaj from Aries TKD Schaffhausen secured a bronze medal in the Male Cadet +65kg category at the 2017 Croatia Open WT G1 championship.
* **[Taekwondo Performance Test II 2017 in Frauenfeld](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2017/k-performance-test-ii-2017-frauenfeld.html)**: This record documents the Taekwondo training performance test held in Frauenfeld on November 4, 2017, featuring event photography.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo December 2016 Archive and 2026 Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2016/taekwondo-aktuell-december-2016.html)**: This document contains the December 2016 edition of Taekwondo Aktuell and a comprehensive schedule of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events, including national team training, referee seminars, and open tournaments for 2026.
* **[2016 WT World Taekwondo Junior Championships Roster](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2016/k-2016-wt-world-taekwondo-junior-championships-burnaby-canada.html)**: A list of the Swiss National Team athletes, coaches, and officials who participated in the 2016 World Taekwondo Junior Championships held in Burnaby, Canada.
* **[Swiss Kyorugi Championship 2016 Results and Upcoming Events](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2016/swiss-kyorugi-championship-2016-tenero.html)**: This page provides official results from the 2016 Swiss Kyorugi Championship in Tenero alongside a current calendar of upcoming Taekwondo events, training sessions, and seminars.
* **[Swiss Taekwondo November 2016 News and Event Schedule](https://taekwondo.ch/news-details/2016/taekwondo-aktuell-november-2016.html)**: This document provides the November 2016 Taekwondo Aktuell publication and a comprehensive list of upcoming Swiss Taekwondo events, including national team trainings, referee seminars, and tournaments.