IMAFP International News - Hong Kong

Modern Arnis Seminar on August 14, 2005 formally launches IMAFP Hong Kong.

It was an international seminar that boasts of noteworthy instructors led by Master Bambit Dulay, who flew in from Manila together with Guro Dayang Ginalyn Relos and Guro Lakan Jimson Dearos. A vital figure in the seminar was Guro Ed Kwan who was the international instructor in behalf of IMAF from the United States.

The seminar was attended by over 25 participants. The event capped years of dedication by Guro Abner Anievas in promoting Modern Arnis in Hong Kong. Guro Abner proudly declares; "My goal and mission is to promote the Filipino martial arts In Hong Kong especially to young Filipinos who are residing and growing up in a foreign land. They have an Art to be proud of and which also reminds them of their roots."

Because of the work begun by Guro Abner and IMAFP-Hong Kong, more and more members of the Filipino community express commitment in encouraging their children to participate in the FMA program. "Hong Kong is a very fast paced city with shopping, computer game arcades, internet and chatting all over the place," said Guro Abner. "It is really a big task and challenge to divert their attention to the art. Nevertheless, I am quite confident that we will succeed in this mission."

Well done, Guro Abner. We are very proud of you and pledge to you our support, in whatever part of the world we may be.