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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: The Warrior Attitude (Sikap Pendekar) in Malay Silat Encouraging Malaysian Interest in Global Martial Arts and Combat Sports Citations: Shapie, M. N. M. (2021). In Ryu,…

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byAssoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Silat is no longer confined to the villages of Malaysia—it is now practiced and celebrated worldwide. Through cultural exchange, international tournaments, and academic collaborations, Silat has gained recognition as a martial…

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byAssoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Silat is more than a martial art—it is a holistic educational system that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. In Malaysia, Silat has evolved into a structured pedagogy that integrates cultural…

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byAssoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) In the 21st century, the preservation of traditional knowledge faces unprecedented challenges. The rise of digital media, globalization, and shifting cultural priorities has placed many indigenous practices at risk of being…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie & Haziq SamsuddinLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: Silat Tempur vs Silat Olahraga: Which Is the Best Combat Sport for Children? Citations: Samsuddin, H., & Shapie, M. N. M. (2021). In…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: The Effects of a 6-Week Plyometric Training on Muscular Strength Performance in Silat Athletes Citations: Al-Syurgawi, D., & Shapie, M. N. M. (2019). Revista de Artes…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: Comparison of Action Performances and Outcome Between Winners and Losers in Young Female Silat Tempur Matches Citations: Shapie, M. N. M., Jamsari, D. A., Mohd Razi,…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: The Comparison of Balancing Between Male and Female Students at Faculty of Sports Science in Chulalongkorn University Citations: Razmi, R. R., Kusrin, J., Azidin, R. M.…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: Activity Profile Between Winners and Losers in International Silat Olahraga Matches Citations: Shapie, M. N. M., Ali Janah, N. A., Kusrin, J., Tumijan, W., & Elias,…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: The Effect of Static Stretching and Pre-Event Massage on Kicking Speed Score Among University Taekwondo Athletes Citations: Shapie, M. N. M., & Khiri, I. N. M.…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: Activity Profile Between Winners and Losers Among Female Exponents in International Silat Olahraga Competition Citations: Pawista, J. A., & Shapie, M. N. M. (2019). Revista de…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: The Correlation between Leadership Coaching Style and Satisfaction among University Silat Olahraga Athletes Citations: Shapie, M. N. M., Zenal, Z., Parnabas, V., & Abdullah, N. M. (2016).…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: Level of Drugs Usage and Sport Performance in Malay Silat Citations: Parnabas, V., Shapie, M. N. M., & Parnabas, J. (2015). IDO Movement for Culture. Journal…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: Effect of Circuit Training on Fighting Performance of Young Silat Athletes – A Case Study Citations: Mohamed Shapie, M. N., Oliver, J., O’Donoghue, P., & Tong,…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Research Paper Title:Fitness Characteristics of Youth Silat PerformersCitation:Shapie, M.N.M. (2014). Fitness Characteristics of Youth Silat Performers. Malaysian Journal of Sport Science and Recreation, 10(1), 40–53. Purpose of the Study This…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Research Paper Title:Development of New Field-Based Tests of Kick and Movement Speed in Youth Martial ArtsCitation:Shapie, M.N.M., Oliver, J., O’Donoghue, P.G., & Tong, R. (2013). Development of new field-based tests…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Research Paper Title:Activity Profile During Action Time in National Silat CompetitionCitation:Shapie, M.N.M., Oliver, J., O’Donoghue, P.G., & Tong, R. (2013). Activity profile during action time in national silat competition. Journal…

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by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Research Paper:Distribution of Fight Time and Break Time in International Silat CompetitionCitation:Shapie, M.N.M., Oliver, J., O’Donoghue, P.G., & Tong, R. (2008). Distribution of fight time and break time in international…

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Starting 1 January 2025, this exclusive series will take you on a journey from academic research to real-world Silat practice. Led by Associate Professor Dr. Mohamad Nizam bin Mohamed Shapie, a pioneer in Silat performance studies, the series reveals how scientific findings can transform the way we train, fight, and win in Silat. Based…