International Sumo Federation
The International Sumo Federation is the largest international governing body of sport Sumo with over 87 member countries. It was formed on 10 December 1992 and is the only Sumo organization recognised by the International Olympic Committee and World Anti-Doping Agency.
History
On December 10, 1992, the IFS was established for Amateur sumo. The first Sumo World Championships to be held under the aegis of the IFS was attended by a total of 73 competitors from 25 different countries and territories. Thereafter, the Sumo World Championships have been held annually and the number of participants has continued to increase.In 1995, Six continental Sumo Federations were set up. Each of these federations now holds its own Continental Sumo Federation Championship.
Members
International Sumo Federation has 88 established National Sumo Federations.International Sumo Federation has two forms of membership, National and Continental.
For example is a national federation member whilst the European Sumo Federation is a Continental member.
Organization
International Sumo Federation encourages the sport's development worldwide, including holding international championships. A key aim of the federation is to have Sumo recognized as an Olympic sport. Accordingly, amateur tournaments are divided into weight classes.Weight classes
1992–2018
Age restrictions of 13–18 years old apply2019–present
Age restrictions of 13–18 years old applyEvents
Discipline championships
- Sumo World Championships
- European Sumo Championships
- North [American Sumo Championships]
- South American Sumo Championships
- Asian Sumo Championships
- African Sumo Championships
- Oceania Sumo Championships
Other events
- Sumo at [the World Games]
- Sumo at the [2013 World Combat Games]