Mas-Wrestling Seminar at S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University

January 29, 2026


A scientific and practical seminar and master class titled “Methods of Teaching, Training, and Organizing Tayaq Tartu (Mas-Wrestling)” was held at the Orlenok Sports Complex of S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University in Astana.

The event was organized by the university in cooperation with the team of the AGT & KMWF ATLANTS International Tournament, with the support of the Republican State Enterprise “National Scientific and Practical Center of Physical Education” of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Municipal State Enterprise “Өркен Children’s and Youth Center for Physical Education” under the Akimat of Astana.

The seminar was held as part of a professional development program for physical education teachers and coaches from general education schools in the capital.

The main objectives of the event were:
  • Promoting national sports and reviving the traditions of tayaq tartu among children.
  • Training qualified specialists in children’s and youth sports.
  • Preparing young athletes to participate in the ATLANTS International Tournament.
PRESS RELEASE
Free Mas-Wrestling (Tayaq Tartu) Masterclass for Physical Education Teachers to Be Held in Astana
As part of the preparations for the AGT & KMWF ATLANTS International Tournament for schoolchildren and students, an educational seminar and masterclass will be held to introduce teaching methods and competition organisation in mas-wrestling (tayaq tartu).

Venue: Seifullin University, Astana, Kazakhstan
Date: January 29, 2026
Time: 15:00–17:00
Format: In person, combining practical instruction, training exercises, and a question-and-answer discussion.
Masterclass Topic: “Methods of Teaching, Training, and Organising Mas-Wrestling (Tayaq Tartu) Competitions”
The masterclass will be led by coaches and referees from the Kazakhstan Federation, together with university instructors who have practical experience in athlete and referee training.
Participation is free of charge and intended for school physical education teachers affiliated with the Өркен Children and Youth Physical Education Centre, a municipal institution under the Akimat of Astana.

Event Programme

Part One:
  • Techniques and practical exercises;
  • Training on specialised platforms;
  • Fundamentals of performing techniques safely.
Part Two:
  • Coaching and refereeing methods in mas-wrestling (tayaq tartu);
  • Organisation of the training process;
  • Questions and answers with participants.
The masterclass will provide an effective platform for enhancing teachers’ professional skills, exchanging practical experience, and promoting the traditional sport of tayaq tartu (mas-wrestling) among schoolchildren and students.