AirAsia UFC ambassador Tai Tuivasa trains future Filipino fighters

Photo Caption: Tai Tuivasa (middle) with aspiring FIlipino fighters at the Tai Tuivasa Fight Clinic in Manila.

MANILA, 28 June 2019 - AirAsia ambassador and UFC heavyweight, Tai Tuivasa is in Manila this week for an exclusive fight camp with aspiring Filipino Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighters.

Held at UFC Gym Alabang in metro Manila, the fight camp brings together thirty fighters of mixed experience for one-on-one coaching and classroom sessions with the prolific striker. Participants will also undertake strength and body conditioning exercises, be taught about technique and be given the opportunity to ask questions of the MMA heavyweight.

The Tai Tuivasa Fight Camp is part of AirAsia’s #DARETODREAM campaign which aims to grow talent and the local sports scene while giving back to the Asean community.

Head of Branding at AirAsia Group, Rudy Khaw said, “AirAsia is committed to inspiring Asean talent to dream. Recognising the Philippines passionate MMA community, we wanted to offer this once in a lifetime opportunity for Filipinos to train alongside the UFC’s best. We hope this fight clinic will go a long way in helping aspiring fighters to learn more about what it takes to be a professional fighter.”

Tai Tuivasa said, “I’m excited to be here in the Philippines, the home of MMA fighters and Filipinos Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Vera. By sharing more about my career, I hope to be able to change the perception of the MMA scene - that it’s not just about fighting, but also about discipline, respect, and courage. The participants in the program have all impressed me with their dedication and determination, and I look forward to seeing them progress.”

AirAsia’s #DARETODREAM campaign has also supported Filipino volleyball star Alyssa Valdez, Pulilan swimmer Jessie Lacuna, and long jump athlete Marestella Torres-Sunang who participated in the 2017 SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur.

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