SQAY Organisation Of ASIA

29/07/2026

Grandmaster Mir Nazir Ahmad

Grandmaster Mir Nazir Ahmad is an Indian martial artist, educator, and sports administrator best known as the founder and principal promoter of SQAY, a traditional martial art originating from Kashmir. He has played a significant role in the preservation, modernization, and international promotion of SQAY through coaching, technical development, publications, and organizational leadership.

Early Life

Mir Nazir Ahmad was born in Jammu and Kashmir, India. From an early age, he developed an interest in martial arts and physical education. His commitment to preserving Kashmir's indigenous martial traditions led him to study, refine, and promote SQAY as a structured martial art and competitive sport.

Career

Mir Nazir Ahmad is recognized for developing and promoting SQAY at the national and international levels. He has worked to establish standardized rules, coaching methods, referee education, and athlete development systems to facilitate organized competition.

He has conducted coaching camps, seminars, and technical workshops for athletes, coaches, and officials across India and in several other countries. Under his leadership, SQAY has expanded from a regional martial tradition into an internationally practiced discipline.

Contributions to SQAY

Among his major contributions are:

Promotion of SQAY as the traditional martial art of Kashmir.

Development of standardized competition rules and technical regulations.

Organization of national and international championships, coaching camps, and referee certification programmes.

Training of athletes, coaches, referees, and technical officials.

Advocacy for the recognition of SQAY by sports organizations in India and abroad.

Leadership

Mir Nazir Ahmad has held leadership positions in organizations dedicated to the promotion and administration of SQAY. His work has focused on strengthening institutional structures, encouraging youth participation, and expanding international cooperation through martial arts.

Publications

Mir Nazir Ahmad has authored books and instructional materials on SQAY and martial arts training, contributing to the documentation and teaching of the discipline.

Legacy

Mir Nazir Ahmad is regarded by many practitioners as one of the principal figures responsible for the revival and global promotion of SQAY. His efforts have helped preserve an important element of Kashmir's martial heritage while introducing it to athletes and practitioners in numerous countries. World Martial Arts Union P T Usha Mansukh Mandaviya Rakshatai khadse Olympic Council of Asia Olympic Council of Malaysia

24/07/2026

Sqay India World Martial Arts Union Walid Kassas Rakshatai khadse Department of Sports, MYAS, Government of India Sports Authority of India Shripad Naik Mansukh Mandaviya P T Usha

13/07/2026

Sqay Federation Of Iraq good Sqay Athletes prepared by iraqi sqay coaches
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19/06/2026

🏆 6TH ASIAN SQAY CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 🏆

The Sqay Organization of Asia (SOA) proudly announces that the dates and venue for the 6th Asian Sqay Championship have been officially finalized.
📍 Venue: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
📅 Dates: 1st – 5th October 2026
Asia's finest Sqay athletes will gather in the beautiful city of Bishkek to compete for continental glory, unity, and sporting excellence. The championship will feature Men's and Women's competitions across various weight categories, including K1, K3, K4, ASI, Mix Events, Aerosqay, Group Events, and Khawankay.
🥇 MEN:
50kg, 54kg, 58kg, 62kg, 66kg, 70kg, 75kg & Open Category
🥇 WOMEN:
46kg, 50kg, 54kg, 58kg, 62kg, 66kg, 70kg & Open Category
This prestigious championship will bring together athletes, coaches, technical officials, and sports leaders from across Asia, promoting friendship, cultural exchange, and the true spirit of Sqay.
🔥 One Asia • One Sqay • One Spirit 🔥
We warmly welcome all National Sqay Federations and member countries to participate in this grand continental event and make the 6th Asian Sqay Championship a historic success. World Martial Arts Union National Olympic Committee of Iraq P T Usha Olympic Council of Asia

15/06/2026

Cultural exchange between international sqay athletes during 13th International SQAY Masters Cup 2026 at Phalgam Kashmir India World Martial Arts Union Mansukh Mandaviya Rakshatai khadse P T Usha Olympic Council of Asia Department of Sports, MYAS, Government of India Duhok Olympic Sports Authority of India

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22/05/2026

09/05/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸

A tribute to the real strength behind every success! At the Sqay Organisation of Asia (SOA), we know that behind every disciplined, courageous martial artist is a mother whose love, patience, and endless support made it all possible.
Thank you to all the incredible mothers who shape generations and build strong societies. We honor your sacrifice and unconditional love today and always. 💖

"Strong Nations Are Built by Strong Mothers."

World Martial Arts UnionOlympic Council of AsiaLaziz KhasanovP T UshaDepartment of Sports, MYAS, Government of IndiaSports Authority of IndiaDuhok OlympicNational Olympic Committee of Iraq

20/04/2026

The Sqay Federation of Iraq is doing a great job. Best wishes for upcoming events Olympic Council of Asia Olympic Council of Malaysia Olympics World Martial Arts Union National Olympic Committee of Iraq

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08/03/2026

Here's to the unwavering strength and unrelenting resilience of women worldwide, driving transformative change on International Women's Day. Olympic Council of Asia National Olympic Committee of Iraq Jordan Olympic Committee اللجنة الأولمبية الأردنية Duhok Olympic World Martial Arts Union Olympics Olympic Council of Malaysia P T Usha Singapore National Olympic Council

22/02/2026

Mr. Mahmood, President of the Sqay Federation of Iraq and Senior Vice President of the Sqay Organisation of Asia, is a devoted member of the sqay world family, tirelessly promoting sqay globally. We highly appreciate his endeavours. His efforts to promote sqay in Arab countries have positioned Iraq as a formidable competitor in the world sqay arena. Under his leadership, Iraqi players are performing exceptionally well, and we have high expectations for his leadership in developing sqay globally. Olympic Council of Asia National Olympic Committee of Iraq Jordan Olympic Committee اللجنة الأولمبية الأردنية Duhok Olympic World Martial Arts Union Olympics P T Usha Olympic Council of Malaysia