The World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation (WEKAF) is the international sports body for the sport of Arnis, a Filipino martial art.

WEKAF was formed on August 11, 1989, after a convention was held at the Sacred Heart Center in Cebu City.

[2] Cañete would formalize rules and regulations to professionalized the sport of Arnis.

[3] The first WEKAF World Championship in Cebu City also commenced on that date and lasted until August 13, 1989.

[6] The World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation holds the World Championships every two years with hosting typically alternating between the Philippines and another country.