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Arab News
09-02-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Sharjah Self-Defense takes lead on opening day of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship
DUBAI: The Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club dominated the opening day of the second round of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship at Al-Nasr Club in Dubai. The event, featuring No-Gi competition, brought together young athletes from leading clubs and academies across the country. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Competitors in the U-12, U-14, and U-16 categories took to the mats on Day 1, with the Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club securing the top spot. The Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club and Abu Dhabi Martial Arts Academy followed in second and third place, respectively. The action continues on Sunday with U-18, Adults, and Masters divisions set to compete. Yousef Abdullah Al-Batran, board member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said: 'The second round of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship dedicated (to) No-Gi competition offers a valuable experience for young talents, allowing them to think quickly and apply precise techniques that enhance their technical and physical abilities. This helps them improve their performance and sharpen their skills. 'This championship serves as an important platform for athletes across different age groups to test their abilities, build confidence, and develop a strong competitive mindset. It also reinforces core sporting values such as discipline, commitment, and respect, while preparing them for challenges in their athletic careers. 'The Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship was the first event to introduce the Under-12 category to No-Gi competitions during its inaugural edition last year. This step was taken to help young athletes adapt to a professional competition environment early on, ensuring they develop both physically and mentally to become the future of jiu-jitsu in the country.' Fareed Al-Qaiwani, executive director of Al-Nasr Sports Games Co., said: 'We at Al-Nasr Club are honored to host this prestigious championship. We maintain close collaboration with the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, and by hosting this event, we play a role in promoting jiu-jitsu. We look forward to welcoming more championships in the future.'
Arab News
05-02-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Dubai set for second round of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship
ABU DHABI: The second round of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship will take place this weekend (Feb. 8-9) at Al-Nasr Club in Dubai. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport It will feature competition in the No-Gi division with athletes representing clubs and academies from across the country. Participants in the U-12, U-14, and U-16 categories will compete on Day 1, followed by youth, adults and masters on Day 2. Mohamed Salem Al-Dhaheri, vice chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, emphasized that the second championship was a pioneering model for developing talent across technical, physical and mental levels, creating a pathway for future champions. He said that the No-Gi competitions allowed athletes to experiment with innovative strategies and techniques, further enhancing their ability to adapt to the diverse challenges of the sport. 'The great turnout for the No-Gi competitions reflects the sustainable development of the sport and the growing interest in it at all levels,' he said. 'The participation of younger age groups has become one of the championship's key pillars, showcasing the success of the federation's strategy to discover and nurture new generations of talent and future champions. 'The championship draws athletes and their families into a distinctive and supportive environment, strengthening community ties and reflecting the noble values jiu-jitsu is known for, such as respect, loyalty and teamwork,' Al-Dhaheri said. 'It also promotes the importance of pursuing sports as a healthy lifestyle, further establishing its position as one of the country's most prominent sporting and social events.'
