President of GUKNF: Gocha Surmanidze (black belt 5th dan). The contribution of the founder and president of the federation Mr. Gocha Surmanidze in the history of Georgian karate is noteworthy. Thanks to his many years of work, experience and leadership qualities, the development and promotion of karate in the Adjara region and also in Georgia as a whole. Mr. Gotcha correctly and fairly guides the main principles, goals and tasks of the Federation.
It should be noted that for the first time in the history of Georgian karate, Sensei Gocha, based on an individual-specific approach, gave the war hero of the Georgian Armed Forces, Sergeant Johnny Tofuria, the opportunity to achieve legendary results in karate along with other sports.
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