Kickboxing
is a phenomena in Asia and now internationally. For the Cambodian people it was
created in 802 AD, over twelve hundred years ago. It was adopted by the
military as an effective method of martial arts and used when the Khmer Empire was the dominant power in South
East Asia, controlling Vietnam, Thailand
and Laos. Further, Kun Lbokator (Traditional Marital Art of Cambodia) has been
listed by UNESCO (a significant united nations body) “as an intangible cultural heritage treasure” benefiting humanity and
something unique that cannot be claimed by any other “interest”.
The Trust really “Struck Gold” for the Cambodian youth with the introduction of kickboxing as a sporting option. It was instrumental from “day one” in getting the right coach Song Bin and suitable headquarters behind Khmer Wat in 455 Porchester road, Takanini. Not only has it created a fitness-centred, hard edged, demanding sport, that tests the spirit and toughness of its followers, but it has proved to be a great form of developing discipline and self-esteem in its participants. Further, the avid Cambodian boys, young men and girls have been joined by boys and girls from the Pacific community along with Pakeha and Maori locals. This expansion of its base has added a challenge and excitement to all the bouts, with nobody taking early success for granted. We live in a macho culture where self-defense is a necessity and this has been demonstrated by the success of the sport for many members who have matches with other kickboxing clubs, not only in Auckland but in Wellington and Hamilton.
Khmer Kickboxing 2024
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Replay on Prime TV and Sky along with other fights.
