• Athletes will take part in the under 14, 16 and 18 age categories on Friday

Arab News

ABU DHABI: The jiu-jitsu competitions of the Hafeet Sports Challenge will be held on Friday at the Al-Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club, and will feature athletes in the under 14, 16, and 18 categories from various clubs and academies.

The Hafeet Sports Challenge is aimed at encouraging healthy lifestyles, and includes a variety of sports disciplines and activities for athletes of all levels.

Abdullah Al-Zaabi, head of the events and activities section at the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said the organization is committed to organizing high-level championships “to ensure the continuous development of athletes.”

He added: “Youth and teen championships receive significant attention from the federation, as these categories represent the foundation for the future and the sustainable success of jiu-jitsu in the UAE.”

The championship will be held over a single day under the open belt system.

The event will help athletes prepare for upcoming competitions while allowing clubs and coaches to identify new talent.