8^th World Eskrima Kali-Arnis Championships

The 8^th World Eskrima Kali-Arnis Championships (hereafter called “WEKAF Competition”) was held in Cebu City, Philippines between 23^rd and 25^th June 2004 and led to a perfect completion.  Over twenty countries from Europe and Asia had participated the competition. 

The Hong Kong Representative Team (“WEKAF HK”), under the base of the Philippine Martial Art Federation (“PMAF”), is the first time to join the competition.  2 of our Athletes won the World bronze medals of their respective weight classes of 117lbs and 127lbs.  It is an inspirational result that proves the athletic capability of Hong Kong to compete overseas on this sport. 

Last but not least, each and every elite athlete of the WEKAF HK had devoted full effort with determinative mind in the competition for the awarded glory.  We must always remember this as a driving force for future development of the Eskrima Kali-Arnis in Hong Kong.

PMAF will continue to focus on sharpening the skills of athletes heading on to further international events.  It is estimated that much better results could be achieved with the high quality trainings and persistent sportsman spirit in which lies the foundation of success. 

Mr. MA Ming-tat

Director / Chief instructor

PMAF - WEKAF Hong Kong

The followings are some photos of this competition:

21/07/2004

4:00pm HK International Airport

Our HK Team Members	Our residence hotel : Waterfront Cebu City Hotel (5-Stars)

22/06/2004

7:00pm-10:00pm

Welcome Party by Cebu City Government at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel：

The Party	Our team member with Cebu City Government officials

The SM City Mall--Place where the competition events held.

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