PROGRAMS




Programs (general and organizational) that want to be achieved are :
1. Escalating and making effective the use of MP's exercises
2. Developing organization and system of work
3. Increasing public service activities
4. Building Padepokan (dojo / camp)
 

1. Escalating and making effective the use of MP's exercises

    There are four stages in training a member :

  • Physico-Cosmic
  • Biotic
  • Psychological
  • Spiritual
    • PHYSICO-COSMIC
    In this stage, the training is focused on building the body (physical oriented).  Exercises are intended to increase stamina and generate inner power.

    BIOTIC
    In this stage, exercises are stressed on developing  instinct  which is related to self-defense, so that the body is prepared for any condition at anytime.

    PSYCHOLOGICAL
    In this stage, exercises are stressed on developing mentality that based on art and mental aspect, which are the creation power, feelings, and willingness. Remember, Pencak without Silat is meaningless, Silat without Pencak is worthless.

    HUMAN / SPIRITUAL
    In this stage, exercises are focused on developing spiritual so that member can achieve Silence, the clarity of thought, which is the highest level in Merpati Putih training. At his level, we learn more how to use mind power than physical power.

    Exercise program can be classified into three categories :
    a . Children / juvenile group
    b . General group
    c.  Fitness group

    Programs for juvenile are intended for children between 10 and 15 years old.  Programs for General group are planned for adult which is expected to have achievements. Programs for Fitness group are aimed for elderly (40 years old or more) which is mostly from working people (public or private)
     

    Programs for scholarly relate to the use MP's exercises effectively and efficiently, such as :
    a. Organizing R&D center
    b. Organizing  "National Instructors Training"
    c. Organizing  national championships, such as ;
        - Annual Championship
       -  College championship
        - Java Bali circuit
        Another championship is being planned is employee (public and private) championship.
    d. Organizing seminars and workshops
    e. Organizing  exams for advancement in level.
    f. Organizing "Organizational Tradition" in Yogyakarta
    g. Developing art and attraction.
     

    2. Developing organization and system of works

    To support the goal achievement, it needs a coordinating institution which structure or the job description is suitable with the organization goals . Meanwhile, the programs  that have been going are :

    a. Organizing Musyawarah Nasional (National Convention)
    b. Organizing Leadership Training Course (LTC)
    c. Controlling branches and memberships
    d. Organizing and collecting fund for the organization
    e. Issuing intern magazine
     

    3. Increasing public service activities

    a. Medication system / method
        Medication system a la Merpati Putih has been set up as standard curriculum for National Instructors Training , and has been applied to help people under controlled by the organization.

    b. Special program for blind people
        Basic abilities that can be achieved by this program are :
        - ability to avoid obstacle
        - ability to detect things (life or death)
        - ability to detect moving / static items.
        - ability to differ color
        - ability to read letter, books, etc. (for whom that is not blind from the birth)
         Based on those facts, the organization has assigned Merpati Putih Abadi Foundation to organize Pilot  Project in January 1991 in  12 cities around Java and Bali islands simultaneously.

    c. Programs for athlete
        In Yogyakarta, the organization has been trying to apply MP program for marathon runners in order to increase their endurance.

    In public services, some activities has been done such as  :
    (i). Circumcision and blood donor
        It is a routine activity in celebrating Merpati Putih anniversary.

    (ii) Healing practice
        Many members open their healing practice to public. They can heal from minor to severe diseases.
        The patient comes not only from low stratum but also from high stratum such as senior government
        officer, conglomerate, etc.

    (iii) Donation to fishermen
        The Merpati Putih Abadi Foundation has succeed in creating mini freezer  than can be used to preserve fish or to make ice. This mini freezer has been exhibited to President in 1989 and he agreed to order 20 units.
     

    4. Building  Padepokan (Dojo / camp)

    The Padepokan has a function as center of  knowledge.  The main Padepokan is in Parang Kusumo (Yogyakarta) and every branch has been trying to build its own. Below are some examples :
     - branch Madiun :   85% completion
     - branch Cilacap :  85% completion
     - branch Cirebon :  under construction.
     

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