International events held by the World Horting Federation

 
 Significant global Horting events
The 5th Horting World Championship was held in Milan, Italy, on November 11–12, 2023
The 4th World Horting Championship was held in Nicosia, Republic of Cyprus, from May 6 to May 11, 2019
The 3rd Horting World Championship in Daugavpils, Latvia. Daugavpils Olympic Center. April 20–23, 2018
The 2nd World Horting Championship 2016 Successfully Conducted at the Karpaty Hotel and Recreation Complex, Truskavets, Ukraine, on November 17–20, 2016
The Turkish Horting Federation successfully held a training seminar bringing together Horting masters from several European countries. September 17 to 19, 2022.  Mr. Muhsin Turk is President of the Turkish Horting Federation
On March 22–23, 2012, the first official Ukrainian Horting Championship was held under the auspices of the State Service of Youth and Sports of Ukraine at the Palace of Sports in Kyiv—the nation's premier indoor sports arena. The championship marked a historic milestone in the development of Horting as an officially recognized sport in Ukraine, bringing together the country's leading athletes, coaches, referees, and sports officials.
   
Interesting facts and events regarding the life and development of Horting worldwide
Old footage of a bout from the era when matches between different fighting styles were held. Alexander Mukhin (Horting; Irpin, Kyiv region) vs. a Kudo Karate representative (Kyiv), 2011
On March 23, 2016, the defense of the world's first dissertation on the topic of horting by the President of the World Horting Federation Eduard Yeremenko for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in specialty 13.00.07 – Theory and Methods of Education at the Institute of Educational Problems of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine on the topic "Education of Persistence in Schoolers Aged 6–7 Years Old in the Process of Horting Training" took place in Kyiv
   
The coaching staff of the World Horting Federation are fans of Yaroslav Amosov — a Master of Sports of Ukraine (International Class) in Horting and the 2015 Horting World Champion — who competes successfully in the UFC
 
Kyiv battle artist Yevheniia Derlemenko is creating a series of paintings dedicated to Horting. A Ukrainian Horting champion, she also holds the official sports title of "Master of Sports of Ukraine in Horting," awarded by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine
 
Certificate No. 3705, issued pursuant to Order No. 2383 of the State Youth and Sports Service of Ukraine dated July 15, 2013, conferring upon Yevheniia Derlemenko (Kyiv, Ukraine) the honorary state sports title of "Master of Sports of Ukraine in Horting".
The National Record of Ukraine was set by horting athletes in Ukraine, which was entered into the Book of Records of Ukraine, Cherkasy, December 15–16, 2018
On June 27, 2018, a significant milestone in the academic development of Horting was achieved with the establishment of the Department of Horting and Rehabilitation at the University of the State Fiscal Service of Ukraine. The department was officially created pursuant to Protocol No. 7 of the meeting of the University's Academic Council.
Victoria Godymchuk - a student of the horting school from Ukraine, World Champion in horting (2015), Master of Sports of Ukraine of international class in horting, judge in horting of the national category, successfully competes in the MMA league in China
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International Events & Interesting Facts
The World Horting Federation proudly serves as the international governing body responsible for organizing, developing, promoting, and coordinating official Horting activities across numerous countries and continents. Through its worldwide network of national federations, official representatives, regional branches, educational institutions, sports organizations, and scientific partners, the Federation continues to strengthen the international recognition and sustainable growth of Horting as both a modern combat sport and a comprehensive educational system.
Throughout its history, the Federation has organized and sanctioned numerous international events that have brought together thousands of participants representing different nations, cultures, languages, and sporting traditions. Every championship, seminar, congress, referee course, coaching certification program, scientific conference, and youth festival contributes to the expansion of the global Horting community and reinforces the Federation's commitment to excellence in sport, education, and international cooperation.
International Horting events are more than competitions—they are celebrations of friendship, respect, discipline, leadership, and cultural exchange. Athletes from around the world gather not only to compete but also to share experience, build lasting relationships, and demonstrate the universal values that unite the international martial arts community.
One of the distinguishing characteristics of the World Horting Federation is the harmonious integration of sport, education, science, health promotion, and character development. International events regularly combine competitive programs with coaching seminars, referee certification courses, educational workshops, scientific presentations, cultural activities, and community outreach initiatives, creating a comprehensive environment for professional and personal growth.
The Federation continually expands its international calendar by supporting events on every level, including:
  • World Championships;
  • Continental Championships;
  • International Cups;
  • National Championships;
  • Regional tournaments;
  • Youth festivals;
  • International referee seminars;
  • Coaching certification programs;
  • Instructor development courses;
  • Scientific and academic conferences;
  • Educational workshops;
  • International training camps;
  • Demonstration programs;
  • Cultural exchange activities;
  • Leadership forums;
  • Community development initiatives.
An important feature of Horting events is their educational mission. Every competition serves as an opportunity to strengthen sports ethics, fair play, respect for opponents, discipline, responsibility, and mutual understanding among participants from different countries.
The Federation also actively supports international scientific cooperation by encouraging research in sports science, physical education, pedagogy, psychology, biomechanics, rehabilitation, sports medicine, long-term athlete development, youth education, and healthy lifestyle promotion. Scientific meetings held within international events create opportunities for researchers and educators to exchange knowledge and present innovative approaches to athlete development.
 
Interesting Facts about International Horting
The international development of Horting is built upon the philosophy that sport should contribute not only to athletic achievement but also to the comprehensive development of human character, moral values, and social responsibility.
Interesting facts about the international Horting movement include:
  • Horting combines modern competitive sport with educational and cultural traditions.
  • International events unite participants of different ages, professions, and cultural backgrounds.
  • The Federation promotes lifelong participation in physical activity, from youth development to veteran competitions.
  • Educational and scientific programs are considered an essential component of major international events.
  • Referee education follows internationally unified standards to ensure consistency and fairness.
  • Coaches receive continuous professional development through seminars and certification programs.
  • International cooperation encourages the exchange of coaching methodology, sports science, and organizational experience.
  • Youth participation remains one of the Federation's highest priorities, emphasizing leadership, discipline, respect, and healthy lifestyles.
  • Horting events foster friendship between nations through peaceful sporting competition and cultural dialogue.
  • The Federation supports equal opportunities and international participation regardless of nationality, ethnicity, language, or cultural background.
The World Horting Federation also encourages collaboration with universities, educational institutions, research centers, governmental organizations, Olympic-related structures, sports federations, martial arts organizations, military institutions, law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and private partners to promote physical culture and international friendship.
Every official event organized under the auspices of the World Horting Federation contributes to the preservation of the sport's traditions while embracing innovation, scientific progress, and modern approaches to athlete education and competition management.
Through its international events and educational initiatives, the World Horting Federation continues to strengthen Horting's position within the global sporting community while inspiring future generations to pursue excellence, integrity, mutual respect, and lifelong commitment to healthy and active living. 

 
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