World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation

The World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation (WEKAF) is the international sports body for the sport of Arnis, a Filipino martial art.

History
WEKAF was formed on August 11, 1989, after a convention was held at the Sacred Heart Center in Cebu City. Dionisio Cañete was elected as their charter president. Cañete would formalize rules and regulations to professionalized the sport of Arnis.

The first WEKAF World Championship in Cebu City also commenced on that date and lasted until August 13, 1989.

With ten member national federations upon its inception, WEKAF grew to around 40 members by 2016.

Member federations
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WEKAF World Championships
The World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation holds the World Championships every two years with hosting typically alternating between the Philippines and another country.