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Photo Exhibition Martial Arts

Along the escalators in the MAS Boulevard, the photo exhibition by Adel Setta Mellunman showcases the diverse character of the contemporary Antwerp martial arts scene, offering a glimpse into the daily ins and outs of the fighting clubs.

Grote blauwe wandpanelen tonen foto's van boksers. Mannen en vrouwen trainen in de boksring. Eén bokser rust uit op de touwen.
Fotowand met karatebeelden langs een roltrap.
Roltrap voor een grote poster van een worstelwedstrijd.

Photos from past and present

The photographs also turn their focus to the past. Martial arts have a very long history, but archives are often missing and memories are fragmented. The MAS brings part of these stories back to life, both through images and a podcast series.
Bokser in boksring
Adel Setta Mellunman
Twee catch vechters in de ring
Adel Setta Mellunman
Sporter die net uit beeld zit houdt een Kendo zwaard vast
Adel Setta Mellunman
Jongeren trainen intensief kickboksen in een boksring.
Adel Setta Mellunman
Twee jongeren worstelen
Adel Setta Mellunman

About the exhibition

Exhibition
Wushu pose met zwaard op oranje achtergrond

Martial Arts

    Friday 3 April 2026 until Sunday 29 November 2026 from 10:00 to 17:00
The exhibition draws you into the rich world of Martial arts. Step into the ring and experience what kickboxing, karate, capoeira, kung fu, and Nguni stick fighting have in common. Their beauty, their philosophy, as well as the traditions and stories behind the spectacle. Ready to take on some tough prejudices?

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