Filipino martial arts
Learn the Filipino martial arts — Kali, Eskrima, Arnis — and practical self-defense skills, in small, focused classes.
What are Filipino Martial Arts?
Filipino martial arts (FMA) is an umbrella term for the fighting systems that originated in the Philippines. Depending on lineage and region, they are also known as Kali, Eskrima (or Escrima) and Arnis — different names for the same tradition of blade, stick and empty-hand fighting. Silat is the sibling art from Indonesia.
We focus on Pekiti Tirsia Kali (PTK), a complete system developed by Grand Tuhon Leo T. Gaje Jr. It emphasizes positioning the body to control and neutralize an opponent, with weapons and empty hands alike.
Classes
Classes are kept small — private or semi-private — so everyone gets real attention. No experience needed.
Who it's for
Anyone curious about Filipino martial arts, martial arts in general, or who wants a good workout. Beginners welcome.
How we train
Small groups, an open mind, mutual respect, and steady work. Learning a martial art takes discipline — we meet you where you are.
What you'll learn
From your first stick to advanced skill — weapon and empty-hand fighting, and practical self-defense.
Instructor
Ilyas Hamdi has trained in Southeast Asian martial arts since 2004, and in Pekiti Tirsia Kali since 2013.
He is a student of Mataas Na Guro Wes Tasker, a martial artist and scholar who reached high rank across Filipino, Indonesian, Japanese and Chinese arts.
Location
Training takes place around Rabat. Our dojo is the local park or the beach.
