Purworejo, November 1–2, 2025 — The athletes of the Tapak Suci Student Activity Unit (UKM) from Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) once again made the university proud by achieving remarkable success at the 2025 Tapak Suci Putera Muhammadiyah Regional Championship, competing for the Chairman’s Cup of the Muhammadiyah Regional Leadership (PDM) of Purworejo Regency.
The prestigious championship, held at SMK YPP Purworejo Sports Hall, took place over two days and featured 205 participants from various educational levels — from kindergarten, elementary, junior and senior high schools, to the adult category across Purworejo Regency.
The event was officially opened through a ceremony attended by the Chairman of Muhammadiyah Regional Leadership (PDM) of Purworejo, the Chairman of Tapak Suci Regional Leadership (PIMDA 061 TSPM) and board members, as well as invited guests.
The opening program began with welcoming remarks from the Organizing Committee, PIMDA, and PDM Chairmen, followed by a symbolic kosegu planting and gong striking by the PDM Chairman to mark the start of the competition.
The atmosphere throughout the championship was both competitive and full of sportsmanship, as participants from different categories — from pre-elementary to adult — showcased their skills and discipline on the mat.
According to the Organizing Committee, the championship was not merely a competition, but also a platform for character building, friendship, and cultural preservation.The event aimed to Preserve pencak silat as part of Indonesia’s cultural heritage, Strengthen brotherhood among Tapak Suci training units throughout Purworejo, and Foster talented and high-achieving martial artists capable of representing the region at higher levels.
“We hope this championship becomes a stepping stone for young athletes to achieve greater success and bring honor to Purworejo at the provincial and national levels,” said the Committee Chair during the opening ceremony.
UMPWR Tapak Suci athletes delivered exceptional performances, earning numerous titles across various adult competition classes. The list of UMPWR winners includes:
1. Tiara Indah Lestari (Psychology) – 1st Place, Class A Women’s Adult
2. Fitri Octaviani (Agri-business) – 2nd Place, Class A Women’s Adult
3. Afifatun Ni’mah (Management) – 3rd Place, Class A Women’s Adult
4. Tegar Trisna Wicaksono (Information Technology) – 1st Place, Class A Men’s Adult
5. Mifta Nurul Asna (Agri-business) – 3rd Place, Class B Women’s Adult
6. Asih Astuti (Primary School Teacher Education) – 1st Place, Class B Women’s Adult
7. Elfarizka Septiananda Aulia (Law) – 2nd Place, Class B Women’s Adult
8. Fatmawati (Law) – 3rd Place, Class B Women’s Adult
9. Edwin Fadlyansyah (English Education) – 1st Place, Class B Men’s Adult
10. Budi Setiawan (Animal Science) – 3rd Place, Class B Men’s Adult
11. Maulana Dzaky Hilmi (Primary School Teacher Education) – 1st Place, Class D Men’s Adult
12. Alhambra Ferdinando (Information Technology) – 2nd Place, Class D Men’s Adult
13. Bintang Aryanditya Putra (English Education) – 1st Place, Class G Men’s Adult
14. Wisnu Nur Azziz (Psychology) – 1st Place, Men’s Adult Open Class
This remarkable achievement highlights UMPWR’s consistent dedication to nurturing disciplined, skilled, and high-character martial artists who bring pride to the university and the community.
Through continuous training and participation in various competitions, UMPWR Tapak Suci has proven itself as a solid foundation for developing athletic excellence and leadership rooted in Muhammadiyah values.
Moreover, this event reflects Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo’s ongoing commitment to fostering students’ talents, interests, and achievements in martial arts, while also preserving the noble values of Tapak Suci as part of Indonesia’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
