GANDRUNG: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
GANDRUNG: Merupakan Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat yang diterbitkan dengan periode dua kali setahun, yakni pada bulan Februari dan Juli. GANDRUNG "Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat" memuat kumpulan naskah hasil Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat dalam konteks bidang ilmu Pendidikan Olahraga, Kepelatihan Olahraga, Manajemen Olahraga, Sosialisasi Olahraga, Kesehatan Masyarakat serta bidang ilmu umum.
Fakultas Olahraga dan Kesehatan, Universitas PGRI Banyuwangi
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Community Empowerment for Family Welfare Program Members in Hydroponic Vegetable Cultivation within Household Surroundings
The scarcity of available land does not impede the development of productive activities. Hydroponic vegetable cultivation emerges as a viable solution for maximizing the utilization of limited land. Hydroponic vegetables have been shown to possess enhanced nutritional value and to be free from pesticides. The cultivation of hydroponic vegetables has the potential to augment family income. The objective of this Community Service Program (CSP) is to empower Family Welfare Empowerment (FWE) members in Babadan Village through counseling and mentoring. The hydroponic vegetable cultivation media utilizes readily available household items. The CSP is a multifaceted program that includes a location survey, planning, counseling, mentoring, and evaluation. The results of the CSP showed that 80% of the participants understood the hydroponic vegetable growing system. After the activity was completed, CSP participants practiced hydroponic vegetable cultivation independently. The principle of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (3R) is applied as an operational saving step. This CSP activity improves participants' skills and supports economic independence and awareness of the importance of healthy food. The future expansion of this CSP initiative entails the diversification of hydroponic plant species, the establishment of a hydroponic community, and enhanced access to marketing opportunities for produce. The integration of local markets and digital platforms is anticipated to be optimized.
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Post-Training Assistance and Evaluation of Water Safety for the Deaf in DKI Jakarta
This community service program aimed to provide post-training mentoring and evaluation water safety skills for individuals with hearing disabilities in DKI Jakarta. The program was initiated in response to the limited access to inclusive water safety education and the high risk of water-related accidents among persons with disabilities. The activities focused on strengthening participants’ understanding, practical skills, and independence in applying water safety principles after completing the initial basic training. The implementation methods included direct assistance in swimming pool sessions, the use of visual media and sign language, emergency situation simulations, and structured skill assessments through observation instruments. The evaluation process measured improvements in knowledge, basic water safety techniques, and participants’ responses to potential risk situations in aquatic environments. In addition, reflective discussions were conducted with instructors and facilitators to identify challenges and areas for further program development. The results indicated an increase in participants’ understanding of water safety concepts, improvement in self-rescue skills, and enhanced confidence in engaging in aquatic activities. Continuous mentoring proved effective in strengthening skill retention and minimizing accident risks. This program recommends the development of adaptive, collaborative, and sustainable water safety training models as part of broader efforts to promote inclusive sports and physical education services for individuals with hearing disabilities.
Preservation of Local History through the Gayam Heritage Sport Education Program in Gayam Urban Village, Kediri City
The preservation of local history and cultural identity faces challenges due to modernization and the declining interest of younger generations in understanding local heritage. Kelurahan Gayam, Kota Kediri, possesses valuable historical and cultural assets that can be integrated with physical activity programs to strengthen community identity and promote healthy lifestyles. This community service program aimed to empower the community through the Gayam Heritage Sport Education program as an effort to preserve local history, strengthen cultural identity, and increase community physical activity. The program employed the Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) approach involving local government, youth organizations, community leaders, schools, and residents. Activities included local history literacy workshops, heritage walking, traditional games festivals, recreational sports activities, and the development of educational media. The program involved 120 participants consisting of students, youth, and community members. The results showed a significant improvement in local history literacy, with participants’ average knowledge scores increasing from 50% in the pretest to 92% in the posttest, representing a 42% increase. Cultural identity strengthening reached an average score of 87%, with 104 participants reporting a better understanding of local culture after participating in the program. Furthermore, 78.3% of participants (94 individuals) expressed motivation to engage in regular physical activity, while the proportion of participants exercising at least three times per week increased from 35.8% to 78.3%. The program also produced educational outputs, including a local history pocketbook, educational videos, a Heritage Walk map, and a Gayam Heritage Sport Education module. These findings indicate that integrating local history education with recreational sports activities is effective in promoting cultural preservation, community engagement, and healthy lifestyles.
Edukatif Socialization of Basic International Trade Education Management for Children at Berkat Bintang Sejati Indonesia Orphanage Through Interactive Learning and Educational Games
This study examines the implementation of a Community Service Program (PKM) entitled “Edukatif Socialization of Basic International Trade Education Management for Children at Berkat Bintang Sejati Indonesia Orphanage Through Interactive Learning and Educational Games.” The program aims to introduce fundamental concepts of international trade to orphanage children while fostering their cognitive, social, and entrepreneurial skills. The activities are designed to provide basic knowledge on topics such as export-import processes, global markets, simple trading mechanisms, and the role of international business in economic development. To enhance learning effectiveness, the program adopts interactive teaching methods, including simulations, role-playing, and educational games, allowing participants to actively engage and better understand abstract economic concepts. In addition, the program emphasizes the development of soft skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Through participatory learning approaches, the children are encouraged to explore their creativity and build confidence in understanding global economic activities. The effectiveness of the program is evaluated based on participants’ ability to comprehend basic trade concepts and actively participate in simulation activities, supported by feedback from facilitators and participants. The findings indicate that interactive and game-based learning methods are highly effective in delivering foundational knowledge of international trade, while also contributing to the empowerment and future readiness of orphanage children.
The Role of Academics as Judges at the 8th UINSU Accounting Fair in Enhancing Students’ Accounting Competencies
This Community Service Program (PKM) aims to strengthen the accounting competencies of university students through the active involvement of academics as judges in Accounting Fair VIII at Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara (UINSU). The role of academics extends beyond evaluation, functioning as a medium for knowledge transfer, critical feedback, and competency benchmarking aligned with academic and industry standards. The program focuses on enhancing students’ understanding of accounting principles, analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and professional judgment through competition-based activities such as quizzes, case studies, and financial analysis challenges. The implementation involves structured assessment by academic judges combined with direct feedback, enabling students to gain practical insights and improve readiness for real-world challenges. The results indicate a significant improvement in students’ competencies, particularly in analytical accuracy, confidence, and engagement in accounting learning. Thus, the involvement of academics as judges serves as a strategic approach to improving the quality of accounting education and preparing students for professional demands.
Training on the Development of Agro-Tourism Educational Tour Packages in Sugihen Village, Juhar District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra
This community service program aims to develop an integrated agro-tourism and wellness educational tour package in Sugihen Village, Juhar District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra. Despite its diverse agricultural potential such as premium rice, lemongrass oil for wellness, and innovative liquid smoke technology for pest control and security the village lacks standard hospitality and structured tour operations. To bridge this gap, a team of lecturers from the Hospitality Management Study Program at Institut Bisnis IT&B Medan conducted a participatory mentoring program on May 15, 2026. The training targeted 20–25 participants from local farmer groups, family welfare empowerment (PKK) groups, youth groups, and village officials. It covered essential competencies, including hospitality mindset, tour guiding with storytelling, local mixology for welcome drinks, and standard wellness presentation using local lemongrass oil. The program successfully transformed the community's paradigm into a professional hospitality mindset and produced a customized Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) handbook for village guest management. Evaluation data showed that 100% of participants rated the instructors, modules, and their own post-training comprehension as excellent, establishing a sustainable framework for economic self-sufficiency.
Financial Management and Accounting Training for the Tourism Industry for Students at Taruna Bangsa Sawit Seberang Private High School
This Community Service Program (PKM) aims to enhance the financial management and accounting skills of students at SMA Taruna Bangsa Sawit Seberang, specifically tailored for the tourism industry. The training focuses on key financial principles such as budgeting, financial reporting, cost management, and accounting practices within the tourism sector. By incorporating practical exercises, case studies, and simulations, students will gain hands-on experience in managing financial operations for tourism businesses. The program’s goal is to equip students with the necessary skills to manage finances effectively, thereby improving their job readiness in the growing tourism sector. The expected outcomes include increased financial literacy, better preparedness for careers in tourism, and a deeper understanding of how accounting plays a vital role in the industry’s success.
Fostering Harmonious Communication Between Parents and Generation Z in the Era of Everyday English Usage: Community Service with Al Jannah Islamic Study Group Mothers at Musholla Babul Ihsan Bromo Street, Medan
The rapid advancement of communication technologies and the widespread penetration of digital culture have significantly accelerated the emergence of code-switching phenomena, characterized by the blending of Indonesian and English expressions in the daily communication practices of Generation Z. This linguistic trend has frequently contributed to communication gaps and emotional tensions between adolescents and parents, particularly those with limited digital literacy. This community service program aims to address these interpersonal communication barriers through a communicative da’wah-based approach, interactive lectures, lexical breakdown workshops (popular slang glossary), and dialog simulation (roleplay). The target partners of this program were the members of the Al Jannah Women’s Qur’anic Study Group at Musholla Babul Ihsan, Bromo Lorong Damai Street, Medan City. Using a descriptive qualitative method grounded in participatory observation and oral feedback analysis, this program examined changes in participants’ perspectives regarding the psycholinguistic dynamics of adolescents. The findings indicate that a humanistic, faith-based learning approach was effective in reducing parental emotional resistance, significantly improving modern vocabulary literacy, and fostering awareness of assertive parenting communication patterns. Following the intervention, participants demonstrated improved ability to interpret the emotional meanings embedded in adolescents’ contemporary expressions, thereby reducing potential emotional conflict within the family environment
Microsoft Word Training To Improve The Digital Competence Of Students At MTs Miftahul Arifin Bangsring
Students need to have good digital skills because of the growth of digital technology. This is particularly important for using office applications like Microsoft Word. However, from what we saw at MTs Miftahul Arifin Bangsring, many students still had trouble using basic features of Microsoft Word, such as formatting text, creating tables and saving documents. This community service activity was focused on helping students become better at using digital tools by providing training in Microsoft Word. The ways we did this included talking with others, watching what happens, practicing directly, and checking how things went. The event took place on February 15, 2026, and included 8 members from the OSIM management team. The results indicated that the training helped students get better at using Microsoft Word. From the satisfaction survey results, many participants strongly felt that the training was easy to follow and helpful for supporting digital learning activities in school.
Kelas Sinema: Community-Based Documentary Film Production Training as an Effort to Preserve Tengger Cultural Heritage
The rapid growth of tourism in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (TNBTS) has created new economic opportunities for the Tengger community while simultaneously posing challenges to the preservation of local cultural values. One of the major issues is the limited capacity of local youth to document and communicate their own cultural narratives through audiovisual media. This community service program addressed this issue by implementing Kelas Sinema, a community-based documentary filmmaking training program in collaboration with Lingkaran Space and Shelter Kopi Bromo in Sukapura, Probolinggo. The program employed the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach integrated with the Participatory Video (PV) method to strengthen local capacities through participatory learning. The activities consisted of community asset identification, documentary filmmaking training, interactive discussions, practical audiovisual exercises, and program evaluation. The training introduced participants to visual language, documentary storytelling, cinematography, and community-based cultural documentation. The results indicate that participants demonstrated increased knowledge and skills in documentary film production, stronger awareness of the importance of preserving Tengger culture through audiovisual media, and active engagement throughout the learning process. The program also fostered collaboration among local communities and strengthened the role of documentary filmmaking as a medium for cultural education, community participation, and sustainable cultural preservation in the TNBTS area.
Strenght and Conditioning Pencak Silat UKM Pagar Nusa UIN Syekh Wasil Kediri
Strength and Conditioning (S&C) is an important component in preparing and improving athlete performance, especially in the sport of pencak silat which demands optimal strength, speed, endurance, and movement quality. This community service activity was carried out at the Pagar Nusa Martial Arts Student Activity Unit of UIN Syekh Wasil Kediri with the aim of improving the understanding, knowledge, and abilities of coaches and athletes in developing and implementing S&C programs that are in accordance with the characteristics of pencak silat. The methods used included material socialization and field practice assistance to 52 participants, consisting of coaches, trainers, and athletes. The results of the community service showed that before the activity began, all participants had understood the basic concepts of S&C, but did not yet understand good and correct movement techniques according to the principles of sports science. After the delivery of the material, discussion, and practice, all participants (100%) showed an increase in understanding regarding the concept of S&C, the principles of hypertrophy, biomotor, movement techniques, and the development of training programs for strength, endurance, speed, and the needs of each age category. The activity ran smoothly and received a very positive response from all participants. Thus, this service has succeeded in increasing the participants' competence in applying sports science-based Strength and Conditioning to optimize pencak silat performance.
Building Literacy Through Reading and Storytelling Movements at Sinar Jaya Indonesia Orphanage
The current rapid development of technology allows literacy to be connected with technological, informational, and scientific literacy. A person's ability to read and write is the most fundamental aspect of developing broader literacy skills. The Indonesian population, according to the Central Statistics Agency, has only 10% interest in reading. This research uses a qualitative approach. The PKM activities were conducted using the Training and Mentoring method, where children were invited to read using the interactive storytelling method and the visual education method thru bilingual media using an English-Indonesian picture dictionary, which involved the use of interactive and colorful visual media. The result of the community service was that the activities were met with enthusiasm from both the foundation's chairman and the orphanage children. The storytelling method effectively alleviated the children's boredom with regular textbooks, fostering their curiosity and engaging them in interactive Q&A sessions during the story. This demonstrates that this method has proven to change the perception that reading is an exciting and enjoyable activity. With the distribution of colorful bilingual picture dictionaries, children are given an easier way to memorize everyday vocabulary, starting from body parts and objects around the house, thereby enriching their English vocabulary.
Strengthening Pancasila Character in MI Nurul Iman Dempok Students through Contextual Habituation Based on ABCD
Abstract: This community service program was conducted at MI Nurul Iman Dempok, Jombang Regency, to strengthen teachers' capacity in implementing contextual habituation-based Civic Education (PPKn) learning for character development. The program addressed three major issues: the limited internalization of Pancasila values in classroom practices, the absence of a structured character habituation system, and teachers' limited competence in utilizing interactive digital learning media. A participatory approach based on the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) framework was employed through needs assessment, workshops, mentoring, classroom implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The participants consisted of 12 teachers who actively engaged in designing contextual learning modules, interactive digital media, and the Pancasila Character Control Book (BKKP). Program evaluation demonstrated a significant improvement in teachers' competencies, as indicated by the increase in average scores from 58% in the pre-test to 89% in the post-test. Furthermore, the overall satisfaction level of participating teachers reached 96%, indicating that the program effectively addressed the identified needs. The program successfully enhanced teachers' pedagogical capacity to integrate Pancasila values into meaningful learning experiences and established sustainable character education practices within the school environment. Keyword: Community Service; Community-Based Research; Teacher Empowerment; Character Education; Contextual Habituation
Post-Disaster Recovery Efforts for Enhancing Student Health, Physical Fitness, and Safety in Aceh, Indonesia
In 2025, Aceh experienced a flood disaster that resulted in the loss of homes in several areas. A total of 203 sub-districts were affected by the disaster, approximately 2 million people were impacted, and around 111 thousand people were displaced according to data from the Aceh Provincial BPBD as of January 16, 2026. During the recovery period after the flood disaster, elementary school students face various problems, such as declining health conditions due to an unhygienic environment, reduced physical activity leading to decreased fitness, and an increased risk of accidents and injuries in the school environment. Therefore, a structured and sustainable school-based community service program is needed thru an integrated educational approach that incorporates health, fitness, and safety aspects for elementary school students after the flood disaster. The implementation of this community service activity is carried out by developing an appropriate curriculum for students in emergency schools during the post-disaster recovery period.
Development of Community Character Values in the Sragen Region through Karate Martial Arts Development Based on Character Education
This community service program aims to develop character values in the Sragen community through karate martial arts coaching based on character education. The program addresses the challenges faced by the community in maintaining positive character values amidst the influence of globalization, social media negative impacts, and shifting traditional values. Using a Community-Based Research (CBR) approach, this program involved the recruitment and training of karate coaches, socialization to the community, structured training programs integrating character values, and regular monitoring and evaluation. The program was implemented over eight months (March–October 2025) in Sragen, Central Java, targeting youth, students, and local communities. The results showed significant improvements in discipline (from low-moderate to high), responsibility (from moderate to high), sportsmanship (from moderate to high), hard work (from moderate to high), and social respect (from low to moderate-high). Behavioral changes identified included increased time discipline and commitment, decreased aggressive behavior and conflicts, establishment of mutual respect and cooperation culture, and emergence of young leaders. The program produced a character-based karate training model, video documentation, media publications, and policy recommendations. This program proves effective in building community character through karate and has the potential to be replicated in other regions.
Workshop and Mentoring on the Development of Gamification Based Mathematics Learning Media for Junior High School Teachers in Lhokseumawe City
Mathematics learning in schools continues to encounter challenges, particularly related to low student engagement and learning motivation. One contributing factor is the limited utilization of innovative learning media in classroom instruction. Gamification offers an alternative approach by integrating game elements into learning activities to enhance students’ interest in mathematics learning. Nevertheless, teachers in the Junior High School Mathematics Teachers’ Working Group (MGMP) of Lhokseumawe City still face difficulties in developing and implementing gamification-based learning media. Therefore, this community service program aimed to enhance teachers’ pedagogical understanding and technical skills in developing gamified mathematics learning media. The program was conducted on May 15–17, 2026, involving 20 junior high school mathematics teachers and 2 Mathematics Education students as technical assistants. The implementation employed a participatory workshop and mentoring approach consisting of training sessions, media development workshops, learning simulations, and evaluation activities. Participants were guided in developing learning media using digital platforms such as Quizizz, Wordwall, Kahoot, and Gimkit. The results demonstrated that participants were able to develop gamification based mathematics learning media and improve their understanding of gamification concepts, digital platform utilization, and interactive media development. Furthermore, the program strengthened teachers’ motivation and confidence in integrating digital technology into mathematics instruction.
Teacher Training on the "Aktif Bergerak" Interactive Pocket Book for Health Literacy Promotion
Insufficient physical activity and increasing sedentary behavior among adolescents remain major public health concerns, highlighting the need to strengthen health literacy through school-based interventions. Physical Education, Sports, and Health (PJOK) teachers play a strategic role in promoting active lifestyles, yet they require innovative learning resources to support effective health education. This community service program aimed to improve the health literacy of junior high school PJOK teachers through training on the use of the Aktif Bergerak Interactive Pocket Book. The program involved 13 PJOK teachers from the Nganjuk Regency Subject Teacher Association (MGMP). Activities included needs assessment, workshop-based training, interactive demonstrations, and hands-on practice using the pocket book. Program effectiveness was evaluated using pretest–posttest health literacy assessments, participant evaluations of the learning media, and satisfaction questionnaires. The findings showed a significant improvement in teachers' health literacy scores, with the mean score increasing from 61.54 to 76.15 (p = 0.007). Participants also rated the interactive pocket book highly in terms of content quality, attractiveness, usability, and visual design, while expressing high satisfaction with the implementation of the training. These findings indicate that the Aktif Bergerak Interactive Pocket Book is a practical and effective educational resource for enhancing teachers' health literacy and supporting the promotion of physically active lifestyles in junior high schools.
Guidance on the Use of Gamification-Based Mobile Fitness Apps to Support Motor Development in Elementary School Children
This community service program aimed to improve the capacity of teachers and parents in utilizing gamification-based mobile fitness as a medium to support physical activity and motor development among elementary school children. The program was conducted at SD Negeri Betet 3, Kediri City, involving physical education teachers, classroom teachers, parents, and students. The implementation consisted of six stages: needs assessment, program socialization, mobile fitness training, implementation assistance, monitoring, and evaluation. Activities focused on introducing mobile fitness applications, integrating gamification elements into physical activities, and assisting participants in applying movement-based activities at school and home. The results showed that the program was well received by participants, with a participation rate of 95%. All participating teachers were able to operate the main features of the mobile fitness application and independently design gamified movement activities. Participants reported that the program provided practical strategies for utilizing digital technology more positively, while students demonstrated higher engagement in physical activities delivered through challenges and game-based tasks. The program concluded that gamification-based mobile fitness can serve as an innovative approach to promoting active lifestyles and supporting motor development among elementary school children through collaboration between schools and families.
Teacher Asisstance Thru The Digital Ready Teacher Program: Building The Nation With Technological Spirit At SDN 42 Ampenan
The digitall gap in SDN 42 Ampenan is a very important issue, students are already familiar with technology, while teachers are still using conventional methods due to age and time constraints. The program is about improving teachers’ digital skills. The service method applies four stages (identification, planning, implementation, evaluation) through participatory mentoring and hands-on training methods. This was done by three interactive sessions that introduced digital LKPD, 3D media, and AI. The mentoring results showed that hands-on practice had successfully broken through the resistance of teachers to technology. This training has hugely increased teachers’ motivation, confidence and practical understanding on how to integrate digital platforms in learning. This program has shown results and can be a replicable model for digital literacy in elementary schools.
Outreach on Heart-Healthy Exercise and Industry Training Based on Local Wisdom Toward a Healthy and Prosperous Community in Line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Kenagarian Maek
Coronary heart disease is one of the major health issues in the Maek Sub-district, driven by low levels of physical activity, limited public knowledge about disease prevention, and underutilization of local resources such as gambir plants. These conditions have led to an increase in cases of degenerative diseases and low community well-being. This community service program aims to improve public health through the promotion of healthy heart exercises and to empower the local economy through training in gambir processing based on local knowledge. Implementation methods include health education, healthy heart exercise sessions led by certified instructors, as well as industrial training and demonstrations of simple technologies for gambir processing to add value. The results of the activities demonstrate an increase in community knowledge regarding the importance of physical activity, the formation of healthy heart exercise communities, and improved skills in processing gambir into economically valuable products. Discussions indicate that the integration of health education and local economic empowerment not only enhances awareness and healthy lifestyle behaviors but also strengthens the community’s economic potential in a sustainable manner. Overall, this program contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through improved health outcomes, economic growth, and the optimization of local resources
Socialization and Training of 'Kids' Athletics' for Physical Education Teachers and Elementary School Students as an Effort to Disseminate Play-Based Sports Learning
The low interest of elementary school students in athletics is caused by conventional teaching methods and limited facilities. This community service program aims to socialize and train teachers on implementing circuit-based Kids' Athletics for PE teachers and students in partner public elementary schools. The method relies on Technology Transfer and Participatory Assistance approaches, consisting of policy socialization, technical workshops on self-modifying equipment assembly, and direct on-field coaching clinics. Evaluation results indicate a significant increase in teachers' cognitive competence, with the average score rising from an initial 58.3% to 89.7% post-training. Psychomotorically, teachers successfully assembled and managed four circuit game stations (Formula One, Shuttle Hurdle, Frog Jump, Turbo Throwing) safely. Students' psychological responses after the intervention also showed highly increased interest in athletics, reaching 86.5% (exceeding the initial target of ≥ 80%). The program concluded with the donation of eco-friendly modified athletic equipment packages and printed modules to ensure independent program sustainability. In conclusion, this synergy of socialization and training effectively overcomes physical infrastructure barriers while enhancing joyful and inclusive PE instruction
Water Safety Workshop for First Aid Supplies for Swimming Pool Accidents
Abstract: Water Rescue is a series of steps to help rescuers remember how to deal with water accidents. This method is often also known as the RTRGT method, which stands for Reach, Throw, Row, Go, and Tow. This method has been proven and is the most effective rescue method in providing assistance to victims who are threatened with drowning. Disasters or emergencies are events that are always unexpected by anyone, including rescuers / SAR teams. It requires a response or handling as soon as possible without forgetting the safety factor (self-safety). Therefore, basic water rescue abilities and skills should not only be possessed by those who work as SAR teams but everyone so that in the event of an emergency, the number of victims can be minimized. Good and correct rescue techniques not only make it easier for rescuers to carry out rescues but can also guarantee the safety of the rescuer himself. Many cases occur where the safety of the rescuer is threatened due to limited knowledge. Not infrequently, the rescuer has to lose his life because he was reckless in carrying out rescue actions only with the capital of swimming skills. Swimming ability is the main and most important capital in water rescue, but it must be noted that water rescue does not always require the rescuer to
HIIT Training Mentoring to Improve Speed and Agility for MMA Athletes at Camp Monster Karo
Speed and agility are vital physical fitness components for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athletes; however, unstructured training programs remain a common challenge in many MMA communities, including Camp Monster Karo, Karo Regency, North Sumatra. This community service activity aimed to provide High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) coaching to improve the speed and agility of MMA athletes while strengthening the coach's competence in designing science-based training programs. The activity was conducted over eight weeks using a Community Development approach integrated with Participatory Action Research (PAR), involving 12 active athletes and 1 coach. The HIIT program was implemented for six weeks (18 sessions) incorporating sprint drills, agility drills, and sport-specific drills at 85–95% HRmax intensity. Evaluation was conducted using the 30-meter sprint test and the Illinois Agility Test. Results showed an average improvement in speed of 6.05% (t = 4.827, p = 0.000) and agility of 8.48% (t = 6.214, p = 0.000). The coach's understanding of HIIT principles increased by 143%. The program proved effective in improving athletes' physical performance and produced a paradigm shift in training culture toward a sustainable, evidence-based approach.
Quality Control of Civil Engineering Laboratory Testing Systems Based On The Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standardized Testing Forms
The quality of laboratory testing services is a critical factor in supporting educational, research, and community service activities in higher education institutions. However, the Civil Engineering Laboratory faced challenges related to the absence of standardized testing procedures and uniform documentation systems, which could affect the consistency and traceability of testing activities. This community service program aimed to strengthen the laboratory quality control system through the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and standardized testing forms. The assistance methods included field observation, needs assessment, document review, mentoring, consultation, and participatory development of quality documents. The activities focused on identifying existing testing practices, designing SOPs for laboratory operations, and developing standardized forms for recording and documenting testing results. The results showed that the laboratory successfully adopted a set of SOPs and standardized testing forms that support consistent testing procedures, improve documentation quality, and enhance data traceability. In addition, laboratory personnel gained a better understanding of quality management principles and standardized documentation practices. The implementation of these documents contributed to improving operational efficiency, reducing administrative errors, and supporting continuous quality improvement within the Civil Engineering Laboratory.