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SENSHI 20: A Historic Anniversary Event Featuring World-Class Instructors
The professional martial arts gala SENSHI will hold its anniversary edition on 24 February in Varna
The professional martial arts gala SENSHI will celebrate its anniversary edition on February 24th in Varna, Bulgaria.
In February 2024, the highly anticipated KWU SENSHI International Training Camp will return to Varna, running from February 22nd to 25th. This globally recognized event draws martial arts enthusiasts from around the world. Participants will have the chance to train with the sport’s most renowned masters. Young fighters can refine their skills in Kyokushin, kickboxing, MMA, Muay Thai, and more, learning from true legends of the sport.
The excitement will reach new heights with SENSHI 20, which will showcase professional fighters from 17 countries in a thrilling evening of combat on February 24th at 18:00, hosted at the prestigious Palace of Culture and Sports in Varna.
Legendary Instructors & Referees
The camp will feature an all-star lineup of martial arts icons who will serve as both instructors and referees during the SENSHI 20 fights:
Ernesto Hoost (Netherlands) is a four-time K-1 World Champion, Savate World Champion, ISKA full-contact World Champion, Muay Thai World Champion, and Member of the Board of the KWU SENSHI.
Shihan Semmy Schilt (Netherlands) is the Glory Grand Slam 16-man tournament Champion, Glory World Champion, 4 x K-1 Grand Prix Champion, K-1 World Champion, 3x King of Pancrase, 2 times World Kudo Champion, President of KWU SENSHI Europe, and Member of the Board of KWU SENSHI.
Shihan Francisco Filho (Brazil) is a two–time K-1 Grand Prix champion, Absolute World Champion in 1999, completed the 100-man kumite in 1999, World Champion in 1997, 4-time Brazilian champion, 3-time South American champion, President of the KWU SENSHI South America, and member of the board of the KWU SENSHI.
Shihan Nicholas Pettas (Japan) – European and World Karate Champion, the last Uchi-deshi of Masutatsu Oyama, K-1 Japan Grand Prix winner, SENSHI ring announcer, Member of the Board of the KWU SENSHI, Head of the PR and Marketing Committee of the KWU SENSHI.
Shihan Glaube Feitosa (Brazil) – K-1 World Grand Prix Las Vegas Champion 2005, 2nd place K1 World GP 2005, 2-time Brazil Champion, South American Champion, 2nd place on the 1st World weight Championship, MVP World Team Cup 1998, and World Champion at the World Team Cup 2002, Vice President of the KWU SENSHI South America and a member of the board of the KWU SENSHI.
Albert Kraus (Netherlands) – the first K-1 World MAX Champion in 2002 and also the first SUPERKOMBAT Middleweight Champion, World Champion in Kickboxing and Muay Thai, and member of the board of the KWU SENSHI.
Andy Souwer (Netherlands) is a two–time K-1 World MAX champion, four-time Shootboxing World champion, Showtime 70MAX World champion, World Muay Thai champion, and member of the board of the KWU SENSHI.
Sensei Tariel Nikoleishvili (Georgia) – Absolute Kyokushin World Champion 2011, completed 100-man kumite in 2014, Absolute Champion of Japan 2010, Champion of Japan in a weight category 2010, Champion of Europe 2010, Member of the Board of the KWU SENSHI Europe.
Sensei Zahari Damyanov (Bulgaria) – Absolute Kyokushin World Champion 2015, 4-times American Absolute Champion, 4-times European Champion, Member of the Board of the KWU SENSHI.
Sensei Jan Soukup (Czech Republic) – 2nd place at the 9th Kyokushin World Open 2007, European champion, All Japan Tournament winner, Yangame’s Fight Night Heavyweight champion, Member of the Board of the KWU SENSHI.
Sensei Petar Martinov (Bulgaria) – Kyokushin World Champion 2014, Kyokushin European Champion 2006, 3rd place European Open 2008, 3-times European Tameshiwari champion, Member of the Board of the KWU SENSHI.
Sensei Yusuke Fujii (Japan)—KWU World Championships 3rd place, six-time All-Japan champion in absolute and weight divisions, Australian and New Zealand full contact champion, SENSHI and KWU SENSHI Chief Operation Officer (COO), Chairman of the Strategic Committee, Chairman of the Educational Committee, and Member of the Board of the KWU SENSHI.
Your Road to Professional Success
The KWU SENSHI Camp is more than just training—it’s a gateway to the professional fighting scene. Participants will have their talents evaluated by SENSHI scouts. This offers a unique opportunity to step into the global combat spotlight. Fighters with exceptional skill and potential may earn a spot in future SENSHI events. This camp is the fast track to a professional fighting career.
Stay tuned for more updates, follow us on social media, and visit our official website for details. Don’t miss your chance to train with the best and fight for your future!
