Korean Martial Art Festival

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the hardworking people whose dedication, talent, and determination keep our communities moving forward. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing holiday!

08/07/2026

April 15–18, 2027, experience the excitement everyone is talking about at the Korean Martial Arts Festival!

Participants receive:

* Three full days of top-level, on-the-mat training
* An official festival T-shirt
* A presented certificate of participation
* Valuable Q&A time with session leaders and keynote speakers
* Admission to the Hall of Fame Banquet—and yes… turn down for what?!

Train, connect and celebrate alongside martial artists and respected instructors from around the world. This is more than a seminar. It is an experience you will remember long after you leave the mat.

08/03/2026

Nominations Are Now Open | Korean Martial Arts Festival Hall of Fame

Excellence deserves to be recognized.

The Korean Martial Arts Festival Hall of Fame honors individuals whose leadership, character, service, and lifelong dedication have made a lasting impact on the martial arts community. These are the instructors, mentors, competitors, pioneers, and advocates whose contributions have shaped schools, strengthened organizations, and inspired generations of martial artists.

Today, we invite our community to participate in recognizing those whose legacy deserves to be celebrated.

Each nomination will be carefully reviewed by the Korean Martial Arts Festival Hall of Fame Selection Committee. Nominees will be evaluated based on their contributions, achievements, and lasting impact on the martial arts community before the committee selects this year’s inductees.

Nomination Deadline: October 3, 2026
Submit a Nomination: https://tally.so/r/VLvDqE

Every nomination tells the story of a life dedicated to the values of martial arts. We look forward to honoring this year’s distinguished inductees at the 2027 Korean Martial Arts Festival.

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07/03/2026

We’ve been a little quiet over here…

That changes today.

Over the next few weeks, we’re sharing some of our favorite moments from past Korean Martial Arts Festivals and looking ahead to what’s next.

If you’ve ever been part of KMAF, there’s a good chance you’ll see a familiar face.

05/05/2026

Some instructors teach.
Some inspire.
And then there’s GM Wil Widmeyer… who casually introduces himself as a nutcase and somehow makes perfect sense. 😂🥋

Wait for it… this is why KMAF weekends are never boring.

#2027

04/29/2026

When a UFC Hall of Famer calls it the real deal… you listen.

Dan “The Beast” Severn has been part of this event for years, and his continued support and friendship mean everything to us.

This isn’t hype. This is experience. This is legacy.
This is the Korean Martial Arts Festival.

Come see it for yourself April 16-18, 2027.

04/27/2026

Here are a few more photos for everyone to see!

04/26/2026

You’ve got a friend in me…

…right up until I need to demonstrate the technique .

Huge thank you to Chasyanna’s Photography for capturing these moments while literally getting ready for her Senior Prom (because apparently sleep is optional and talent is not!)

If you’re not already following her page, go fix that real quick. Support this young photographer… you’re going to want her capturing your moments next!

04/25/2026

Did you catch the incredible seminar with Sr. Master Lee?!

Hailing from Port Orange, FL, he and his school have been making the drive to Crestview for the last TEN YEARS to attend the KMAF. Demonstrating true commitment and passion.

04/23/2026

What you see: intensity, focus, discipline, and attention to every detail.

What you don’t see: the friendships being built, the camaraderie behind every drill, and the unity that keeps everyone coming back.

It’s more than training. It’s a family.