AGT & KMWF ATLANTS

International Mas-Wrestling Tournament: The Strength of the Nation Through Children and Youth

From June 29 to July 2, 2025, the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted the 1st International Mas-Wrestling Tournament among students and children. The event took place on the campus of Saken Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University and was organized by AGT GLOBAL. This tournament was more than just a competition — it became a large-scale platform for strengthening the youth sports movement, developing international cooperation, and promoting national sports.

Under the motto “Summer of Strength, Willpower, and Unity,” the tournament brought together 110 participants from Kazakhstan, Russia, the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), and Uzbekistan, representing 15 teams. Athletes competed in 18 weight categories, showcasing not only physical fitness but also mental resilience, endurance, strategic thinking, and mutual respect.

Mas-wrestling (tayak tartu) was presented not only as a sport but also as a form of cultural diplomacy — a powerful tool for shaping identity, ensuring continuity of tradition, and fostering international dialogue through youth initiatives.

The following educational institutions took part in the tournament:
• M.K. Ammosov North-Eastern Federal University
• Batyraaly Sydykov Kyrgyz-Uzbek University
• Academy of Labor and Social Relations of the Federation of Trade Unions of Uzbekistan
• Malik Gabdullin Civil Protection Academy
• College of Management
• Geological Exploration College of Abai Region
• Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
• Karaganda Technical University named after Academician A.S. Saginov
• Churapcha State Institute of Physical Culture and Sports
• School-Gymnasium No. 28 of Kostanay
• Youth Sports School of Satpayev
• Zhezkazgan Industrial and Humanitarian College
• Krestyakh Secondary School
• I.G. Spiridonov Polytechnic School
• Moruk Secondary School
• Yesil University

The tournament program included:
• Mas-wrestling competitions among young and student athletes
• An educational master class featuring top experts
• A roundtable with team representatives and coaches focusing on youth development, leadership, and international sports cooperation

Speakers at the master class included:
• Alexander Alexandrovich Zakharov – PhD in Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor, Honored Coach of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Master of Sports
Topic: Assessing the Special Physical Fitness of Athletes in Mas-Wrestling
• Semyon Klavdievich Mikhailov – Coach of the Suntar Ulus
Topic: Experience in Organizing Mas-Wrestling Competitions for Children and Teenagers (Cases, Challenges, Lessons)
• Vachaslav Nikolaevich Loginov – PhD in Pedagogical Sciences, Vice-Rector for Scientific Work
Topic: Methodological Foundations of Mas-Wrestling Techniques

The expert presentations sparked significant interest among participants, addressing key aspects of training methodology, engaging children in mass sports, and using national sports as a tool for education and character building.

The tournament was organized by AGT GLOBAL. It reaffirmed the importance of a comprehensive approach to youth development, where sport becomes not only a means of physical improvement but also a powerful resource for education, personal growth, and international collaboration.

For the participating institutions, the tournament provided an opportunity to:
• Demonstrate best practices in sports and youth engagement
• Expand international connections with educational institutions
• Implement youth initiatives aimed at promoting health, teamwork, and patriotism

The tournament’s outcomes contributed to:
• The development of student and school sports
• The establishment of lasting intercultural ties
• The popularization of traditional types of martial arts among young people

AGT GLOBAL expresses its sincere gratitude to all participants, coaches, educational institutions, and partners for their active support and contributions to the growth of the youth sports movement.

The Mas-Wrestling Tournament became a powerful symbol of strength, will, tradition, and the pursuit of a future where young people play a leading role. The path to building a strong, healthy, and united nation begins with such initiatives — through children and students, through sport, culture, and cooperation.

🔹 International Mas-Wrestling Federation
mas-wrestling.com — News about AGT&KMWF ATLANTS on the official federation website.

🔹 North-Eastern Federal University (NEFU)
s-vfu.ru — NEFU team's tournament participation coverage.

🔹 AGT GLOBAL on Instagram
instagram.com — Photo report from the tournament on AGT GLOBAL’s official page.