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Master Filipino Martial Arts for Real-World Self-Defense
Founded in 2016, our system of Eskrima Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) offers a comprehensive self-defense solution rooted in centuries-old Filipino combat philosophy. Our approach emphasizes practicality, adaptability, and real-world application, blending weapon-based and empty-hand techniques. With over two decades of combined instructional experience, our founder and certified instructors prioritize safety while teaching students to recognize and counter violence through fluid, strategic movements. Our curriculum integrates seven traditional FMA styles, allowing practitioners to develop personalized skills applicable across multiple ranges and tools.We focus on demystifying martial arts by eliminating rigid hierarchies and emphasizing functional techniques accessible to all body types and fitness levels. Our community values continuous improvement through directed sparring, concept-based learning, and historical context. Students train with padded sticks, hard sticks, and other equipment as they progress through structured programs requiring 4-10 years for completion. Testimonials highlight our emphasis on mental conditioning, physical fitness, and practical combat readiness. We maintain strong ties to the art's origins while adapting techniques for modern self-defense scenarios.
Services
Dequerdas Training
Siniwallis Techniques
Kedena de Mano
Largo Mano Instruction
Serrada Style
Empty Hands Combat
Knife Defense Training
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined instructional experience in authentic Filipino Martial Arts
- Our curriculum integrates seven traditional FMA styles for comprehensive skill development
- We emphasize practical self-defense techniques over ceremonial traditions
- Our adaptive teaching approach accommodates all body types and physical capabilities
- We maintain direct lineage connections to FMA masters Angel Cabales and Mike Inay
What people say
Real life results
Excellent instructor
Practical self defense
Adaptable techniques
Supportive community
Services
Dequerdas Training
Dequerdas focuses on fundamental techniques using machete-like weapons to build essential combat skills. This style develops evasive movements, blocks, and parries for medium-range engagements. Students learn core principles that form the foundation for advanced FMA styles while emphasizing practical application over ceremonial forms.
Siniwallis Techniques
Siniwallis teaches dual-weapon combat with whirling, interconnected movements that create continuous attack patterns. Practitioners develop hand speed and coordination while learning to maintain defensive coverage. This style emphasizes fluid transitions between offense and defense using matched weapons at medium range.
Kedena de Mano
Kedena de Mano develops rapid hand techniques for both armed and unarmed combat. The style includes 'Dirty Boxing' with illegal boxing moves, empty-hand limb destruction, and knife defense tactics. Practitioners learn nerve-targeting applications and fluid transitions between different combat ranges.
Largo Mano Instruction
Largo Mano teaches extended-range combat using long swords or sticks. Students focus on maintaining distance while executing evasive footwork and precise strikes. This style develops spatial awareness and timing for engagements where opponents enter the 'zone' of effective attack range.
Serrada Style
Serrada specializes in short-range techniques using live-hand manipulation and advanced counters. Practitioners learn to close distance effectively while maintaining defensive capabilities. This style emphasizes tactile sensitivity and adaptive responses during close-quarters engagements with edged weapons.
People
Chris McWethy
Founder & Chief Instructor
With over 20 years of FMA experience, Chris developed the Equilibrado Orihinal System by integrating traditional styles. He emphasizes practical application and personal adaptation of techniques while maintaining historical authenticity.
Esten Rye
1st Degree EO Eskrima Instructor
Certified to teach up to Green Shirt Rank, Esten brings practical combat experience to his instruction while continuing his advanced training under Chris McWethy.
Maxwell Kubala
EO Dequerdas Instructor
Specializing in Dequerdas style, Maxwell teaches fundamental techniques while maintaining his advanced training in the full EO curriculum.
Aimee Kuzenski
EO Dequerdas Instructor
As a certified Dequerdas instructor, Aimee focuses on foundational techniques while maintaining her advanced practice in the complete EO system.
Questions
What is Filipino Martial Arts (FMA)?
FMA is a comprehensive combat system originating in the Philippines, focusing on weapon-based and empty-hand techniques for real-world self-defense scenarios.
What makes your system unique?
Our system combines seven traditional FMA styles with adaptive training methods that prioritize practical application over rigid forms.
What equipment is needed?
Students train with padded sticks, hard sticks, and eventually progress to specialized equipment as they advance through the curriculum.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, our curriculum starts with fundamental techniques accessible to all experience levels while maintaining combat effectiveness.
What self-defense benefits does FMA offer?
FMA teaches practical skills for multiple attack scenarios, including weapon defense, empty-hand combat, and situational awareness strategies.
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