About 500 martial arts practitioners are expected at the first Malaysia Martial Arts & Combat Sports Exhibition (MACX#1) at a mall in Setiawangsa, Kuala Lumpur, this weekend.
Running from today until Sunday, the three-day event aims to unite various combat disciplines – namely karate, silat, and taekwondo – under one roof.
MACX#1 organising committee chairman Amirul Iman said the tournament seeks to foster unity while instilling positive values in youths.
“It is hoped that MACX#1 will unite practitioners, coaches, athletes and the community, in addition to shaping a younger generation that is more disciplined, confident and mutually respectful,” he said at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur, reported Bernama.
Amirul said a key highlight tomorrow was a special screening of the film Bully: Is Not a Joke directed by Captain Denil and produced by Dream Film, which carries the message that bullying is no trivial matter and that martial arts must be used with discipline and responsibility.
He added that the MACX Warriors Arena competition on Sunday will feature martial arts demonstrations, with participants showcasing their respective unique techniques, skills, creativity, and teamwork.
