In order to make good use of a series of sports facilities newly built and rebuilt by Macao in the 4th East Asian Games in 2005, the SAR Government continues to promote the development of tourism and sports in Macao with large-scale sports projects, and further enhance Macao's international image. On August 9, 2002, after careful consideration by the Macao Olympic Committee and the government sports department, it was decided to apply to the Olympic Council of Asia for hosting the Asian Indoor Games. Later, at the 22nd OCA General Meeting held in Kuwait on June 24th, 2003, Macao was unanimously approved by all members, and successfully won the right to host the 2nd Asian Indoor Games in 2007. On August 20th of the same year, Macao officially signed a contract to become the host city.
Brief Introduction of the 2nd Asian Indoor Games
The opening ceremony was held at 8: 00 on October 26th, 2007/KLOC-0 in Macau Sports Ground. This Games will be attended by 45 Asian countries and regions, and more than 3,000 athletes will participate in 17 official events and 2 performance events. * * * There will be 477 official medals and 76 exhibition medals.
Slogan of the 2nd Asian Indoor Games
Go beyond the limit and reach new heights.
Emblem of the 2nd Asian Indoor Games (see photo)
The rising sun is taken from the emblem of OCA, which represents the important role of OCA in the development of Asian sports and its cohesive strength, and also symbolizes the enthusiasm, charm and unity of Asian people. The design concept next to the sun comes from two Chinese characters, and two yellow lines form the word "human", which shows the people-oriented spirit. Two blue stripes form the word "two", which brings out the message of "the second session". The green two vertical trees represent two thriving trees, which shows the host city's commitment to environmental protection and also has the implication of the healthy development of Asian sports. Finally, the simple six lines outline the image of "indoor" under the eaves tiles, and also extend the meaning of "foundation". As a whole, the emblem shows Macao's vibrant and multicultural characteristics, which is enough to lay a solid foundation for the future of the Asian Indoor Games.
The Mascot of the 2nd Asian Indoor Games-Meimei
The idea of "Meimei" comes from the black-faced spoonbill, a wild migratory bird that comes to Macao every year, which is representative in Macao. "Beauty" soars in the sky, symbolizing the spirit of Macao sports to explore new ways and innovate constantly. At the same time, it also shows the young, free and innovative power of the Asian Indoor Games. Taking migratory birds as mascots not only shows the vitality of flying high, but also has the meaning of "beauty" to lead Macao citizens to participate in the second Asian Indoor Games in 2007.
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1.* Aerobic exercise *
Aerobics originated from traditional healthy dance and belongs to art movement. Aerobics athletes must perform a series of continuous, complex and highly compact dances. Dance steps and hand movements must show perfect and harmonious creativity between movement, music and performance, fully show the characteristics of aerobics and its high artistry, and try to avoid repetition of movements. Aerobics competitions are divided into single men's and women's competitions, mixed doubles competitions and three-person competitions.
2.* bowling *
Bowling is a sport with a long history and is popular all over the world. Its history can be traced back to Roman times, ancient Egypt and even the Stone Age. The earliest record of bowling is that people found the ancient Egyptians 7000 years ago, balls made of round objects and bottles made of marble from the ruins of the pyramids.
3.* Chess *
Chess is an intellectual sport. Whether it's chess or chess, the aim is to win by eating the opponent's king first (Wang is called "handsome" and "general" in chess). Chess attaches great importance to athletes' strategic application and calculation ability. In team competitions, teamwork among athletes is also emphasized.
4. Billiards *
Billiards is a sport suitable for families. Players only need to stand next to the rectangular table and push the ball with a club with a tapered end and a rubber head. The inside of the long table is surrounded by rubber pads, so that the ball can be hit back and forth in the table. This outdoor "baseball game" has gradually developed into an indoor game.
5.* Sports dance *
Sports dance is regarded as a sport that competes on the dance floor. Male and female athletes need to cooperate with each other and dance in two styles on the dance floor: standard dance and Latin dance. Standard dance and Latin dance include ten events. Standard dances include waltz, tango, Viennese waltz, foxtrot and quickstep. Latin dance includes samba, cha-cha, rumba, bullfighting and swing dance. Each dance has its own characteristics and lively rhythm. Athletes need to cross the center line and dance counterclockwise.
6.* Dragon and lion sports *
Lion dance is divided into two factions: South Lion and North Lion. The appearance of the northern lion is very similar to that of the real lion, and the whole body is covered with golden hair. The red or green bow on the head is used to identify whether the lion is male or female. The South Lion looks brave and strong, and dancers wearing big head Buddha masks will lead it how to dance in front. In terms of dance steps, the northern lion pays more attention to jumping, while the southern lion pays more attention to dancing on the flat ground. In the dragon dance, athletes need to dance the dragon's body to show its strength, and at the same time, it also symbolizes auspiciousness, joy and happiness.
7.* E-sports *
E-sports, as its name implies, is a sports competition through electronic instruments. E-sports, like ordinary sports, pay attention to fairness and competitiveness, but besides physical struggle, they attach great importance to the use of strategies. We can regard e-sports as a chess game that needs quick response. Although e-sports is different from traditional sports on the surface, its core sports spirit is the same.
8.* Extreme sports *
Extreme sports are a series of exciting creative activities developed rapidly in recent years, which can maximize the physical and mental potential of athletes. This sport is a mixture of competition, adventure, excitement, creativity and excitement. At the same time, to some extent, extreme sports also represent a new life culture. Athletes not only concentrate on practicing their sports, but also prefer to integrate their concepts into their behaviors, fashion tastes, music preferences and even daily language.
9.* Online swimming *
Web swimming is a sport developed on the basis of diving and competitive swimming. Athletes need to wear flippers (frog shoes) in the competition.
10.* Indoor futsal *
Indoor futsal is a team sport based on traditional football. This indoor sport requires athletes to move quickly and have superb ball control skills. Jacket, shorts, socks, leggings and shoes are five essential items for five-a-side football players.
1 1.* Grab the rattan ball *
Grabbing rattan ball originated in Thailand and is a sport recognized by the International Rattan Ball Association. The team consists of 5 players and 1 reserve players. In the course of the game, unlike basketball or football, it doesn't need the collision and competition between players. The player concentrated on trying to kick the ball into the rattan basket.
12.* Indoor track and field *
Track and field is one of the most popular sports in the world. It is usually held outdoors or indoors. Because the size of indoor track and field is different from that of outdoor field, the length of indoor track and field runway circle is 200 meters. But because it is held indoors, the visibility is relatively improved.
13.* Indoor cycling *
Indoor cycling includes two completely different styles, namely fancy cycling and cycling ball. Fancy cycling is simply performing gymnastics on a bicycle; Riding a bike is stepping on a bike to play indoor hockey or football. As the sport is played indoors, it will not be affected by the weather. Indoor cycling requires athletes to maintain high concentration, balance and courage at all times.
14.* Indoor hockey *
Indoor hockey evolved from outdoor hockey. Because the field of indoor hockey is relatively narrow, players are required to have very good ball control skills. In the game, you can only push and pass the ball, but you can't swing and pick the ball. Hockey can only run on the ground except shooting. Athletes need superb pushing, passing and dribbling skills. Indoor hockey is a sport recognized by the International Hockey Federation.
15.* Cabadie *
Cabadie originated in South Asia and is also popular in Southeast Asia. This is a folk sports activity for young people in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Cabadie is playing on the flat ground without any auxiliary equipment. The competition is divided into two teams, each with 7 people. The men's competition time is 20 minutes in the first half and 20 minutes in the second half.
In the competition, athletes need to hold their breath for a long time to chase. The site is divided into two halves with the middle line as the boundary, and each half is provided with a "cut line". In the game, each team stands in its own half, and an attacker needs to cross the middle line into the other team's field, constantly shouting "Cabadie", and touch the defender with any part of his body after crossing the interception line. The victim will participate in the game and the attacker will get a point. But at the same time, if the attacker doesn't shout when chasing or is caught by the defender before crossing the interception line, he will also be sent off and the attacker will lose one point. If the attacker doesn't meet any defenders and doesn't leave or get caught, he can run back to his own field and make peace, so that the other side can attack. The game is that both sides send an attacker in turn, and the one with the highest score wins. This sport requires agility, good lung capacity, muscle coordination and quick response.
16.* Muay Thai *
Muay Thai has been popular in Thailand for hundreds of years and is called Thai Wushu by Thais. Muay Thai allows both sides to use elbow, knee, foot or fist to attack and defend. This competition rule that allows athletes to engage in hand-to-hand combat makes Muay Thai different from other fighting sports of the same type. In addition, Muay Thai athletes are especially popular with male athletes because they only wear shorts.
17.* Short-course swimming (25m) *
Swimming competitions are mainly divided into standard pool and 25-meter short-course swimming competitions, both of which can be conducted indoors. The 25-meter short-course swimming competition can be divided into various events according to different swimming styles. Although the 25 m short-course swimming competition has its special facilities, the standard swimming pool can also be used as the 25 m short-course swimming competition.
18.* Free fighting (demonstration project) *
Free fighting originated in the 1970s in the United States as a sport called Full Contact Karate, and was introduced to Europe through the World All Style Karate Organization established in Germany in 1975-76. 1978, Berlin held the first world championship of this project. Later, in order to avoid confusion with traditional karate, the organization officially changed the name of the event to Kickboxing (meaning kicking and boxing) at 1980, and called the sports organization WAKO for short. Since 2006, the World Federation of Free Fight Organizations has become an accredited member of the International Individual Sports Federation and a member of the World Anti-Doping Agency. The free fighting events sponsored by the World Free Fighting Organization are collectively called WAKO Free Fighting. Up to now, WAKO free fighting has seven competitive fighting forms, including semi-contact fighting, full contact fighting, low kick, K 1 rule, music form and air taekwondo.
The World Federation of Free Boxing Organizations cooperates with the Asian Free Boxing Federation and is coordinated by the Asian branch of the Federation to carry out free WAKO free boxing activities in Asia. The Asian Boxing Federation was established in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, as early as February 1996 and 19. Today, millions of supporters around the world are participating in the practice of free fighting, and I believe this project will continue to develop steadily in the future.
However, the World Federation of Free Boxing Organizations and the Asian Free Boxing Federation only set up three events: semi-contact fighting, full contact fighting and low kick at the 2nd Asian Indoor Games in Macau in 2007.
19.* Jiu Jitsu (demonstration project) *
Jiu Jitsu is a traditional wrestling sport, which started in Uzbekistan 3500 years ago. "Kurash" is translated into capture or wrestling in Uzbek, which is widely welcomed and valued in Central Asia, especially in Uzbekistan. During the competition, the players (one wearing a green robe and the other wearing a blue robe) must let the other side fall to the ground. If the opponent falls on his back, he will immediately declare victory. If he knocks his opponent to the ground with his skill, he will score. If the opponent only falls on the abdomen, buttocks or slightly, the score will be relatively reduced. If one of them lands on his knees or falls out of the competition area, the referee has the right to announce a timeout and signal the player to return to the preparation line of the competition area to quit the new competition. Players can't pull each other's pants, but they can hold them freely. Kejiu Jiu Jitsu pays great attention to balance and quick footwork, so athletes may also participate in judo and Russian Sambo martial arts while practicing Kejiu Jiu Jitsu.