The mission of USAWKF is to organize the amateur sport of Wushu-Kungfu in the United States and to improve the quality of the sport, increase its popularity, and deliver its benefits to the people of the United States.

The United States of America Wushu Kungfu Federation (USAWKF) is the official United States representative to the 145 member-nation International Wushu Federation (IWUF), the official member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). USAWKF is the first and only organization in the U.S. to successfully develop regional and national activities and its formation has tremendously improved the way Wushu-Kungfu events are managed and conducted in the U.S.

In June of 1992, a group of Martial Artists led by Sifu Anthony Goh began discussions related to a national organization dedicated to the development of a tournament circuit and a national structure for operations. It was felt that if the United States was to compete effectively in Wushu-Kungfu events on an international level an official presence was required. With this agenda, the San Francisco discussions led to the election of a preparatory committee with a nine member executive committee.

This was the first step towards unifying the Chinese martial arts community in America. The members of the committee networked, corresponded with and talked to martial artists from all over the country to ask for their suggestions about how this proposed national organization should be formed and how it should operate. Following this process, two meetings were held in Baltimore, Maryland and Orlando, Florida with the executive committee to synthesize this information, which led to more meetings in early 1993.

In these meetings the group discussed bylaws, national and regional structures, membership, national competition ratings, fundraising, publications, national team selection, certification of judges and officials and other topics. A national advisory council was also nominated.

The United States of America Wushu Kungfu Federation was brought formally into being during the inauguration held in Baltimore on August 21, 1993. During the ceremony the USAWKF’s first Executive Committee/Board of Directors assumed their duties and responsibilities.

In 1995, USAWKF held the World Wushu Championships in Baltimore, Maryland. This was the first and largest world championship held outside of Asia. This event spurred other continents to host the World Wushu Championships in their respective organizations. This expanded participation in the World Wushu Championships greatly enhanced the prestige of the International Wushu Federation (IWUF).

USAWKF was the first organization to officially represent the United States in the International Wushu Federation (IWUF), the official member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

USAWKF has created a national network of martial artists, schools, coaches, and athletes dedicated to supporting the sport of Wushu-Kungfu in the United States. This network provides information, training, support, and promotion for our members and others interested in the art of Wushu-Kungfu.

USAWKF has provided a tournament circuit which has benefited martial artists, schools, and promoters. This has produced a higher quality of tournaments and a better competition environment for the Wushu-Kungfu community. In fact, many of the event promoters in the United States today were once nurtured by USAWKF.

The U.S. Team Trials have been improved with new guidelines, rules, organization, and openness. This effort greatly benefits the top athletes in our country who desire to represent the U.S. in the official world and international championships.

By joining USAWKF you will be part of a dynamic effort of developing and promoting the sport of Wushu and Kungfu within the United States! In addition, with your membership you will receive:

• Become eligible to be selected as a member of the U.S. National Team
• Discounts to USAWKF Events
• Quarterly Newsletter
• Email Updates on the Latest News from the World of Wushu!
• Membership Card
• Membership Certificate
• USAWKF Patch