AKRAM, the Association of Karate of the Autonomous Region of Madeira, supports and develops karate across Madeira. Founded in 1997, it brings together affiliated clubs and dojos and promotes opportunities for people to train, compete and engage with the sport. The association shares information about approved clubs, training locations, activities and sporting events, alongside its statutes, regulations and governance.

AKRAM organizes and publicizes competitions, provides details of events and documents, and maintains a sports calendar for athletes, coaches and members. Its initiatives include the High Potential Practitioners Project, which offers specialized training in kata and kumite for athletes and training for coaches. The association also promotes karate through public activities, including events connected with physical activity and sport, and projects that highlight the discipline’s contribution to a more active society.

With karate practiced across multiple municipalities in Madeira, AKRAM serves as a regional hub for clubs, practitioners, coaches and families. Its work combines athlete development, competition, education and community engagement, helping strengthen the practice of karate throughout the region.