Being asked to take over as president and representative of the IBF (International Budo Federation) Great Britain by Mr. Niering the International President of the IBF and the executive board was a great honour and privilege.
I have been active in martial arts for over 55 years and I find that the IBF has been at the forefront of inclusivity, friendship and non-profit making as an organisation.
If you feel you want to become a member of the IBF GB please do not hesitate to contact me either as an individual or club/organisation we are a non political worldwide federation and recognise grades in several martial arts subject to proof and evidence presentation.
Sensei Tom Starling 8th Dan president IBF GB