Skill Profile of Semarang City PSE Pencak Silat Athletes

Abstrak

The Semarang Emas Program (PSE) is one of the initiatives by the Semarang City Government to nurture and develop high-performing athletes, including those in the martial art of pencak silat. This study aims to describe the skill profile of pencak silat athletes who are part of the PSE in Semarang City. The main focus of the study is on fundamental technical skills such as punches, kicks, blocks, stances, and movement combinations. This research employed a descriptive quantitative method, with data collected through direct observation, coach interviews, and technical skill tests. The results indicate that most athletes demonstrate good mastery of skills, particularly in offensive and defensive techniques. However, there is still variation in skill levels among individuals, influenced by factors such as age, competition experience, and training frequency. These findings are expected to serve as an evaluation tool for coaches and PSE program managers in designing more targeted and athlete-specific training programs.