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Silat as a National Identity: Malaysia’s Official Martial Art
Assoc. 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 Malaysia’s cultural signature. It embodies the values, history, and spirit of the nation. Recognized officially and practiced widely, Silat stands as a symbol…
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The Legal Aspects of Formalizing the Sportization Development of Martial Arts Societies in Malaysia
by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie et al.Leader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Name of Research: The Legal Aspects of Formalizing the Sportization Development of Martial Arts Societies in Malaysia Citations: Hassim, J. Z., Shapie, M. N. M., Abdul Razak,…
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Globalizing Silat: AIRBORNE UiTM’s Vision for the Future
by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie Leader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE) Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Silat, the traditional martial art of the Malay world, has long been a symbol of strength, discipline, and cultural identity. But today, Silat is stepping into a…
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Community Engagement Through Silat and AIRBORNE UiTM
by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie Leader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE) Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Silat has always been more than just a martial art. It’s a way of life—a practice that teaches discipline, respect, and cultural pride. But in today’s world,…
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Silat Education Goes Digital: AIRBORNE UiTM’s Role
by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie Leader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE) Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Silat, the traditional martial art of the Malay world, has always been passed down from master to student in person—through movement, storytelling, and discipline. But in today’s…
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The Science Behind Silat: AIRBORNE UiTM’s Research Impact
by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Silat has long been seen as a traditional martial art—rich in culture, full of discipline, and deeply rooted in Malay heritage. But today, Silat is also becoming something more: a…
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Empowering Youth Through AIRBORNE UiTM and Silat
byAssoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Empowering Youth Through AIRBORNE UiTM and Silat Silat isn’t just about punches, kicks, or self-defense—it’s a living tradition that carries the soul of Malay culture. It teaches discipline, respect, and resilience.…