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Rene Latosa, one of the pre-eminent Filipino martial arts figures of our day, will be in Seattle December 4-5 sharing his unique, concept-driven approach to martial arts. He brings with him over 40 years in Filipino martial arts, having started … Continue reading →

Warmup Lunge matrix- step to 10 directions from point, both leads -single stick- 4 sides of the box -staff- 5 strikes Double stick figure 8- both chambered on same side (r)- R forehand (rechambers), L backhand (carries over to L), … Continue reading →

Working stab defenses but many of the drill today also emphasized footwork and body centering relative to the opponent. Main approach to evading stabs is moving the body offline. All these stabs thrown from long distance (step through to attack). … Continue reading →

Concept review: the term “centerline” here refers to an imaginary line extending from the center of your trunk to the center of the opponent’s trunk. You want the base of the centerline to be perpendicular to your chest. The end … Continue reading →

Warmup -shoulder circles with stick across elbows, and stick in hadn to feel cam action of shoulders- high forehand or low forehand depending on rising or dropping shot Lunge matrix- 10 directions from point, both legs with the box, 2x … Continue reading →

Background Stabbing is really fast and represents the longest range attack available to you. Speed and accuracy is a higher priority than power. The strike is concentrated in the tip, which is a small diameter (maybe a point) and so … Continue reading →

The summer is finally winding down and we are heading into the last couple outdoor sessions of the year. This Saturday at Gasworks Park, we will meet around 10am by the restrooms on the main entrance walkway. My plan is … Continue reading →

Zornhau pressure drills plus counters to Zwerchhau attacks. Used the new Purpleheart Armoury synthetic type II swords for the first time. In escrima terms, a zwerchhau is an abanico. Zornhau pressure drill Partners begin with swords crossed as if both … Continue reading →

Working zwerchau attacks after quick review of zornhau responses Zornhau review Winner initiates with #1 attack from right von tag, passing (slope) step. Loser responds with same and offers the following pressure progression: Late/weak parry: winner stabs Light crossing parry: … Continue reading →