AAK CEBU

24/08/2026

Karate Pilipinas Technical Officials during the 7th Manuel Veguillas Philippine International Open Karate Championships held at the Tagaytay CT Velodrome, Tagaytay City.

28/07/2026

Congratulations to Our Medalists

AAK Cebu proudly congratulates our athletes for their achievements at the Sandugo Karatedo Invitational Open Championship.

Kata

Chris Xavier Villanueva – Bronze Medal
Lister Quisagan – Bronze Medal
Seth Rollin Ordaniza – Bronze Medal

Kumite

Seth Rollin Ordaniza – Gold Medal
Nash Bryle Tabanas – Silver Medal
Lister Quisagan – Bronze Medal
Chris Xavier Villanueva - Silver Medal

Congratulations on your outstanding performance. We are proud of you.

21/07/2026

Happy 62nd Anniversary, Association for the Advancement of Karatedo (AAK)!

Today, we proudly celebrate 62 years of excellence, tradition, and unwavering commitment to the true spirit of Karatedo.

Founded on July 21, 1964 by Shihan Manuel “Pocholo” Veguillas III, AAK was built on a vision that karate is more than a sport—it is a way of life. His dream was not merely to create champions in competition, but to develop men and women of character through discipline, respect, humility, gratitude, loyalty, and service.

For more than six decades, that vision has guided every generation of AAK karateka. As we celebrate this milestone, we honor the countless masters, seniors, instructors, coaches, referees, athletes, parents, alumni, and supporters whose dedication has strengthened the AAK Family and helped preserve the values upon which our Association was built.

As we look to the future, we do so with excitement, purpose, and renewed commitment. New generations of karateka will rise, new leaders will emerge, and new milestones will be achieved. We will continue to develop world-class athletes, outstanding instructors, respected officials, and, above all, individuals of integrity who embody the true spirit of Karatedo.

The road ahead is not about creating a new path—it is about faithfully continuing the one our founder began. We are simply following in the footsteps of Shihan Manuel “Pocholo” Veguillas III, carrying his vision forward, preserving his legacy, and ensuring that the values he instilled continue to inspire generations to come.

To everyone who has been, and continues to be, part of the AAK Family, thank you for being part of this extraordinary journey. Together, we will continue to break through barriers, build champions in life, and ensure that the AAK legacy grows even stronger in the years ahead.

Happy 62nd Anniversary, AAK!

Breaking Through Barriers Since 1964.
Honoring Our Past. Building Our Future. Continuing His Legacy.

AAK All the Way! 🥋❤️

20/07/2026

Happy Birthday Chris Xavier Villanueva 🎂

Congratulations for winning
Silver Medal - Intermediate Kumite
Bronze Medal - Intermediate Kata at Sandugo Karatedo Invitational Open Championship
It was indeed an amazing pre birthday gift
Your AAKCebu Family are proud of you 👏

18/07/2026

16/07/2026

Congratulations to our medalist

We congratulate our AAK Cebu players for their outstanding performance at the 5th Cebu Open Karate Championships held at SM Seaside, Cebu City.
With🥇1 Gold 🥉 2 Bronze

🥇 GOLD Medalists (1)
Seth Rollin Ordaniza

🥉 BRONZE Medalists (2)
Sean Nathaniel Tano
Lister Quisagan

Congratulations to all our athletes, coaches, parents, and supporters for making this success possible. Your unwavering support, teamwork, and dedication continue to inspire us.

11/07/2026

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LIM IS PH’S CDM FOR ASIAD 🇵🇭

Karate Pilipinas President Richard Lim will be the Philippines’ Chef de Mission at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan from September 19 to October 4.

Lim was previously chef de mission for the 2025 Asian Winter Games. (📸: Ali Sulit) | via Paige Javier, ABS-CBN News

21/06/2026

Get ready for regular training 516 Studios with ShihanJoy Rondez
Sabrhina Lastimosa
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Sarah Moncada
AAK CEBU

05/06/2026

516 StudiosJoy Rondez

03/06/2026

AAK CEBU is one of the Philippines 🇵🇭 clinics center come join us be a champion
516 Studios
Joy Rondez
Shihan Lastimosa
Sabrhina Lastimosa
Samantha Lastimosa
In-In P. Luchavez
Christian Lloyd Z Cullen
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