FMAC set a new Guinness World Record
Fujairah Martial Arts Club (FMAC) set a new Guinness World Record for the largest Taekwondo training class on January 30th, 2024. The class had 302 participants, breaking the previous record of 250 set by the Taizhou Chenyi Sports Development Club in China in 2021.
Taekwondo is a traditional martial art that originated in Korea over 2,000 years ago. It is a kicking-based martial art, but it also uses punches to some extent. Taekwondo is an official Olympic sport.
The attempt to break the record was attended by participants of all ages, including Olympic athletes. The Fujairah Martial Arts Club is committed to promoting sports culture and raising awareness about it.
A representative from the Fujairah Martial Arts Club receiving a certificate for breaking the world record
During the record-breaking attempt, male and female players gathered in the Emirate of Fujairah and performed Taekwondo exercises in a lesson that lasted for forty minutes without any breaks.
Nader Abu Shawish said, “We dedicate this achievement to His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of the Emirate of Fujairah, and to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah and President of the Fujairah Martial Arts Club. We renew our thanks to His Highness for all he offers in the field of sports and his continuous support for athletes.”
He also said, “In this event where we broke the record, citizens of the UAE, residents, visitors, and champions from various countries and roles, including the administrative and technical staff, represented our commitment to promoting the culture of sports in general and Taekwondo in particular. This achievement will be followed by other accomplishments in various fields.”
The Fujairah Martial Arts Club’s record-breaking achievement is a testament to the club’s commitment to promoting sports and martial arts in the United Arab Emirates.
