Important Update: Tribute to Mr. Norris at ITC 2026

Grand Master  Chuck Norris March 10, 1940 - March 19, 2026 Dear UFAF Members, As we prepare to honor the life and legacy of Grand Master Chuck Norris, we want to share important details regarding the upcoming tribute event being held in conjunction with the International Training Conference (ITC). This tribute will be a meaningful opportunity for our community to come together, reflect, and celebrate the impact Grand Master Norris has had on all of us. Registration Details: ITC Participants: Attendance for the tribute will be free, however, registration is still required. Each registered ITC participant will be permitted to register up to 4 immediate family members to attend with them at a discounted rate.   (A dedicated registration link will be available soon.) Non-ITC Participants: UFAF members who are not attending the ITC will still have the opportunity to attend the tribute at a personal ticket discounted rate.  Any guests attending with you will pay full price. (Registration link coming soon.) Important Timeline: Registration will initially be open exclusively to UFAF and KSK members on Sunday, May 3rd. On Friday, May 15th, registration will open to the general public. Please note that space is limited, and we anticipate strong interest. We encourage you to register as soon as the link becomes available to secure your place. Hotel Accommodations Reminder: Due to the expected number of tribute attendees, hotel rooms within our reserved block at the Rio may fill quickly. Many attendees traveling for the tribute will also be booking within this block.  If you have not yet secured your room, we strongly recommend doing so now. Once our room block is filled, we cannot guarantee availability or the discounted UFAF rate. We look forward to coming together as a community to honor and celebrate a legacy that has impacted us all. With respect, UFAF Office

Remember to submit your nominations for the Annual UFAF Awards:  Log in to the UFAF homepage and look for the ITC 2026 Awards section.   The deadline to submit your nominations is May 15th! Your school, your instructor, or someone who inspires you could be recognized—but only if you nominate them. ⚠️ Important ITC  Hotel Booking Reminder If you are attending ITC 2026, please note: ✅ You will need your Rio Hotel confirmation number to receive the lowest ITC registration rate ➡️ Book your room FIRST, then register for the ITC If you experience any issues booking your room—whether inside or outside our reserved time block—please contact Mrs. Cox, and she will be happy to assist you. Be sure to book your room at the Rio using the official UFAF room block.   https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/LASDH/G-UF26

Your Voice Matters - Nominate for the ITC 2026 Awards

 

UFAF ITC 2026 AWARDS Dear UFAF Members, One of the most exciting parts of the International Training Conference each year is recognizing the incredible people and schools that make our organization so special—and YOU play a key role in choosing them. We are now accepting nominations for the ITC 2026 Awards, including: 🏫 School of the Year 🔥 Most Inspirational Member 🥋 Instructor of the Year Take a moment to reflect… Which instructors have made the biggest impact on your journey—at your school, regional events, or the ITC? Which schools consistently represent UFAF with excellence, leadership, and professionalism (especially on social media)? Who inspires you to be better—on and off the mat? These awards are about recognizing the people who live out the values of UFAF every day—and your nomination helps make that happen. 👉 To submit your nominations:  Log in to the UFAF homepage and look for the ITC 2026 Awards section. Remember… Your school, your instructor, or someone who inspires you could be recognized—but only if you nominate them. ⚠️ Important ITC Hotel Booking Reminder If you are attending ITC 2026, please note: ✅ You will need your Rio Hotel confirmation number to receive the lowest ITC registration rate ➡️ Book your room FIRST, then register for the ITC If you experience any issues booking your room—whether inside or outside our reserved time block—please contact Mrs. Cox, and she will be happy to assist you. Be sure to book your room at the Rio using the official UFAF room block.   https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/LASDH/G-UF26 Let’s come together to celebrate the leaders, schools, and members who make UFAF extraordinary. We can’t wait to see who you nominate! UFAF OFFICE CLICK HERE - BOOK YOUR ROOM NOW

Updated CNS Black Belt Requirements

 

Dear UFAF Members, We’re excited to share that an updated version of the Chuck Norris System Black Belt Test Requirements for 1st through 4th Degree is now available. As the CNS curriculum continues to evolve, these updates were made with a focus on improving clarity and reducing redundancy within the testing process—while still maintaining the high standards and integrity of our system. Many of these changes were verbally passed along to Regional Chairs last year, and we’re pleased to now have the official requirements fully updated and reflected in writing. The updated test requirements can be accessed through your UFAF Member homepage in two ways: Test/Promotion Requirements Link – This will take you directly to the updated requirements. UFAF Member Videos Link – This will take you to the requirements, along with access to a variety of training videos organized by topic. We encourage you to review the updated requirements as you continue your training and preparation. Train hard and stay committed to excellence. Respectfully,  UFAF Office

School Owners & Chairs can access the new requirements and updated score sheets through  the UFAF School Owner homepage by clicking on the CNS Training Videos link.