Rowan Maria, a graduate of the VII Children of Asia Games, a World Championship medalist, and a member of the Children of Asia Games Alumni Union, conducted a kurash wrestling workshop at Sacred Heart CMI School in Kochi, India. The event was organized by the Children of Asia International Committee as part of the Future Champion project and brought together over ? young sports enthusiasts.
During the workshop, Rowan Maria delivered a theoretical session, where she explained the rules and history of kurash wrestling and demonstrated key techniques and moves. Following this, participants had the opportunity to apply their newly acquired knowledge in practice, working in pairs under the guidance of the mentor.
"I was delighted to conduct this workshop and share my experience with the participants. I thank the Children of Asia International Committee for organizing events for children. The workshop was a success, and I deeply value the participation and enthusiasm of all attendees. Special thanks go to Komil Yusupov, the first president of the International Kurash Association, for attending as the guest of honor, and to Rajan Varghese, the president of the Kurash Association of India, for supporting the project," commented Rowan Maria.
Lilia Akhaimova, President of the Children of Asia Games Alumni Union, emphasized the importance of such workshops.
"The Children of Asia Games Alumni Union plays a key role in supporting future generations of athletes, and events like this are incredibly important. They not only help pass on knowledge and experience but also create a community where young athletes can grow and exchange ideas with one another. We are thrilled to see more and more alumni engaging with the Union and proposing new ideas to promote youth sports. This inspires us and reinforces our belief that, together, we can achieve significant success in preparing future champions."
The workshop not only provided an excellent opportunity for participants to improve their skills but also served as a platform for cultural exchange and the strengthening of international sports ties. The organizers extend their gratitude to all participants and to Sacred Heart CMI School for their warm hospitality.
