Ho Chi Minh City, April 18, 2024 – With great pride and meticulous preparation, renowned martial artist and businessman Phan Chi Buu has officially launched Long Hoang MMA in Ho Chi Minh City. This landmark event signifies a pivotal moment in Phan Chi Buu's career and introduces a premier facility aimed at advancing the MMA movement in Vietnam.
Located on the 5th floor at 155 Nguyen Gia Tri, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Long Hoang MMA is outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. This new gym is poised to significantly boost the professional MMA scene in both Ho Chi Minh City and across Vietnam. The grand opening attracted notable industry figures and media representatives, including Mai Thanh Ba, General Secretary of the Vietnam Free Mixed Martial Arts Federation, action star Hieu Nguyen, and singer Nathan Lee.
Phan Chi Buu, Executive Director of Long Hoang MMA, remarked, “With over 20 years of experience in martial arts, beginning in 1993, I have honed my skills through rigorous training and competition. My achievements include a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo and numerous international accolades. Martial arts have not only strengthened my health but have also instilled the perseverance that supports my professional endeavors today.”
Driven by a deep-rooted passion for martial arts, Phan Chi Buu established Long Hoang MMA with the vision of not only training elite martial artists but also fostering a widespread appreciation for martial arts within the community. He added, “Long Hoang MMA is dedicated to developing martial artists for both national and international competitions while also providing career guidance for athletes transitioning from their competitive careers. We offer opportunities for martial artists to continue within the sports industry or transition into other fields such as security and protection.”
In conjunction with the launch, Long Hoang MMA also premiered the trailer for “Face to Face” and announced its project to produce the series “The Guard.” The gym aims to produce action films, supply professional stunt performers to the film industry, and train martial artists and stunt students for the burgeoning action film market in Vietnam.
As part of the Long Hoang Security Group, led by Miss Bui Thi Ha and employing over 14,000 staff, Long Hoang MMA is more than just a sports facility. It is integral to the group's strategy to enhance the skills and career prospects of its security and protection team. This investment underscores the group's commitment to nurturing and advancing martial arts talent in Vietnam.
With its clear vision and ambitious goals, Long Hoang MMA is set to become a leading center for martial arts training, offering unparalleled opportunities and support to passionate martial artists across the country.
