For everyday carry of modern practitioners of Filipino martial arts (FMA), the telescopic baton, also known as collapsible baton or expandable baton, is the practical alternative to the hardwood baston or the rattan olisi. While lacking the balance of its traditional counterparts, the telescopic baton possesses the advantage of ease of carry and concealment.

What is Chi Fung? Chi Fung is a mind-body fitness program found by Leo Fong to address to some of his own health issues over ten years ago. The program is based on Tai Chi and Chi Kung principles.

MANILA, Philippines – For the longest time, sipa has been labeled as the national sport of the Philippines. Well, not anymore. From being the “national sport,” sipa is now more commonly described as the “Philippines' favorite traditional native sport.” 

Sixty-four martial artists from around the world were inducted into the first Philippine Martial Arts Hall of Fame last Saturday at the Diamond Hotel in Manila. Punong Lakan Garitony Nicolas, the event’s organizer said the inductees were chosen through peer review and by the significance of their contribution to the martial arts. 

The organizers of the very first Philippine Martial Arts Hall of Fame slated on April 21 to 22 at the Diamond Hotel in Roxas Boulevard, Manila, announced their solid advocacy of arnis, the Philippines’ national martial art and sport by the virtue of Republic Act 9850, also known as the Arnis Law.

The very first Philippine Martial Arts Hall of Fame is set to unfold on April 21 to 22 at the Diamond Hotel in Roxas Boulevard, Manila.

A knowledgeable teacher of the Filipino martial arts (FMA) or any martial art knows the dividing line between practice and reality. But more importantly, he is quick to point out to his students the distinction between these two extremes.

Tapado can be helpful when one is faced with a dangerous situation. A rice farmer who sent his son to learn the basics of Tapado in Taloc under the tutelage of the late Grandmaster Romeo “Nono” Mamar (guidance) and Grandmaster Bebing Lobrido (instructor) was fortunate enough to escape from a knife wielding assailant.

Fast weapon deployment is a crucial area of study for practitioners of Filipino blade arts. Any individual who carries a knife for self-protection must be aware of the fact that his defense would almost always emanate from the draw. 

The FMA Informative is proud to bring some information on Mercito “No Mercy” Gesta Undefeated Filipino southpaw, the current WBO Youth Lightweight Champion, holds an enviable record of 24 wins, 12 knockouts, 0 defeats and 1 draw.

The Sama-Sama has been a tradition of Pallens Martial Arts and Senkotiros Inc. for 44 years. Sama-Sama means Gathering to celebrate togetherness, friendships and family.

At the young age of 17, Grandmaster Medina joined the U.S. Navy and set out to see the world. Dan’s military career spanned 22 years and offered him the excitement and knowledge he longed for.

What are the basics, fundamentals, or the core of Filipino martial arts? Well to my understanding basics are the beginning, pertaining to, or forming a base, an essential ingredient, principle, procedure, etc…

Speed is perhaps the most sought-after attributes in the practice of arnis, escrima and kali, collectively known as the Filipino Martial Arts (FMA). But the truth is there is more to speed than the mere acceleration of the business end of the stick from point A to point B. The aim of this article is to provide a comprehensive overview of speed and how to improve it within the framework of FMA practice.

This issue on Filipino martial arts history in Buffalo, New York tells the development of the Filipino martial arts and basically as you will note that Modern Arnis was a main art.

Terrain will affect the way you fight. An escrimador unaware of this fact is bound for a rude awakening when he finds himself fighting in an unfamiliar environment. Terrain changes everything. 

The Modified Pangamut System is a Filipino-American system that was Founded by Mataw-Guro Marc Lawrence in Torrance, CA. 

The newly formed Alliance of Filipino Martial Arts (AFMA) headed by former Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri and Negros Oriental 3rd district Representative Pryde Henry Teves was assured of support by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).