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Transforming Silat Education: A Decade of Academic Contributions by Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie
Over the past decade, Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie has emerged as a leading figure in the academic transformation of Silat Malaysia, blending tradition with modern sports science and pedagogy. Through his leadership in PASSMAL (The Malaysian Team of Original Silat Malaya), Dr. Shapie has pioneered research, curriculum development, and international collaborations that have…
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Silat Tempur and the Future of Combat Sports for Children
In the midst of a global pandemic, Malaysia made history by hosting the 9th IMACSSS International Conference and the 2nd Global Scientific Martial Arts and Cultural Congress (GSMACC) in Putrajaya. Held in October 2020, this hybrid event combined academic presentations with live martial arts competitions, showcasing Malaysia’s leadership in martial arts innovation and cultural…
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Behind the Scenes: Organising a Global Martial Arts Conference
Organising an international conference is never a simple task. But doing so during a global pandemic, with participants scattered across continents and travel restrictions in place, requires extraordinary vision, adaptability, and teamwork. The IMACSSS 2020 International Conference, held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, was a testament to that spirit. Led by Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie,…
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Welcoming the World to Putrajaya: IMACSSS 2020 Begins
Welcoming the World to Putrajaya: IMACSSS 2020 Begins In October 2020, the city of Putrajaya, Malaysia, transformed into a vibrant hub of martial arts scholarship and cultural exchange. The 9th International Martial Arts and Combat Sports Scientific Society (IMACSSS) Conference, held in conjunction with the 2nd Global Scientific Martial Arts and Cultural Congress (GSMACC),…
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Organising IMACSSS 2020 in Hybrid Format Amidst a Global Pandemic
In October 2020, the 9th IMACSSS International Conference and the 2nd Global Scientific Martial Arts and Cultural Congress (GSMACC) were successfully held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, marking a historic milestone as the first hybrid martial arts scientific conference combining both in-person and remote participation. Context and Innovation Faced with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic,…