On November 7, 2025, the Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University (QyzPU), with the support of the republican magazine “Sportivnye Zvezdy” (Sports Stars), the Federation of Asyk Atu, and the Federation of Togyzkumalak of the Republic of Kazakhstan, hosted a Republican Tournament in National Games — Asyk Atu and Togyzkumalak — among school teachers and instructors from technical and vocational education institutions.

The main goal of the event was to promote and develop national games among the teaching community. Participants from various regions of the country took part in the tournament, demonstrating accuracy, attentiveness, and logical thinking.

The official opening ceremony was conducted by Erkyn Zhummankulova, Vice-Rector for Social Development and Student Affairs, and Professor Yergali Mukhiddinov, the first President of the Federation of Kazakh Wrestling. They congratulated the participants and wished them successful performances.

Competitions were held separately for men and women in the following age categories: 21–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, and 60+ years. The winners received diplomas from the Federations of Asyk Atu and Togyzkumalak of the Republic of Kazakhstan, while active participants were awarded special certificates.

Winners of the Togyzkumalak tournament (men):

  • Arsen Toktybai (Almaty, 20–29 years)
  • Berik Sembaev (Almaty, 30–39 years)
  • Gabit Bokenov (Almaty, 40–49 years)
  • Ashenbek Kodar (Karasai, Almaty Region, 50–59 years)

Winners (women):

  • Aiyim Bodykova (Karasai, Almaty Region, 20–29 years)
  • Zulifa Musaeva (30–39 years)
  • Zharkynai Tashmetova (40–49 years)

Winners of the Asyk Atu tournament:

  • Akniyet Kaldybekov (20–29 years, Ordabasy District, Turkistan Region)
  • Nurbol Mustafayev (30–39 years, Zhanatas, Zhambyl Region)
  • Berik Sarsenbai (40–49 years, Almaty)
  • Bolat Bazbashev (50–59 years, Almaty)
  • Murat Zhumadilov (60+, Almaty)

The organizers emphasized that such events will be held on a regular basis, aimed at increasing sports engagement among educators and promoting national sports traditions.