Dedicated to the Filipino Martial Arts and the Culture of the Philippines Special Issue 2010 Contents FMAdigest Publishers Desk Publisher Africa 2 Steven K. Dowd Asia 3 Central America 12 FMAdigest Representatives Europe 13 Marc Lawrence Middle East 20 North America 22 South America 43 The FMAdigest is published quarterly. Each issue features practitioners of martial arts and other internal arts of the Philippines. Other features include historical, theoretical and technical articles; reflections, Filipino martial arts, healing arts and other related subjects. The ideas and opinions expressed in this digest are those of the authors or instructors being interviewed and are not necessarily the views of the pub- The articles are the prop- lisher or editor. erty of the author’s that wrote them We solicit comments and/or suggestions. Articles are also welcome. and cannot be used without the The authors and publisher of this online magazine are not responsible permission of the author. for any injury, which may result from following the instructions contained in the The FMAdigest is the magazine. Before embarking on any of the physical activates described in the property of Steven K. Dowd and is magazine, the reader should consult his or her physician for advice regarding for the promulgation and promo- their individual suitability for performing such activity. tion of the Filipino martial arts and the Philippines. The information in the FMAdigest is a compilation of many sources. If there NO issue can be printed is any misinformation or information that is not given the proper credit, please and Sold for Monies, without the contact us. express permission of the Owner FMAdigest 1297 Eider Circle Fallon, NV 89406 and Publisher Steven K. Dowd. (775) 423-3253 [email protected] Publishers Desk Kumusta There are schools that teach the Filipino martial arts throughout the world. These are schools from the FMAdigest schools database. Last year the FMAdigest put out a Special Issue on all the schools listed in the schools database, and found a lot of misinformation. Why was this? Mostly because schools did not keep information on their schools current; well what can the FMAdigest say only that if not told then it does not know. And if the school information is out of date or no longer open, what can this indicate? The owner or representative is not in- terested in up-to-date advertisement? Lazy, irresponsible, or does it just show a lack of professionalism and pride? The FMAdigest when receiving school information ensures that the school has some sort of Filipino martial arts program in its teachings. If not then it does not go into the schools database. The FMAdigest is for Filipino martial arts only. Yes it is a fact that schools teach Japanese, Chinese, Indonesian, etc in their school however as long as there, is some Filipino martial arts being taught then the schools information will be entered into the database. Take a look to see if your school is listed or if there is a school near you. If not listed then most likely no one has submitted it. So as they say let your fingers do the walking and find a school near you. Even when visiting outside of your country visit some of the schools listed if in the area. Build your skill, your abilities, and your knowledge. Please visit the FMAdigest schools database, if the school does not have a website you most likely will find an Email address you can use to contact the school. Maraming Salamat Po Africa - C. R. M. B Birkhadem, Birkhadem, Alger - 16000 [05] 405-2047 - www.geocities.com/algerjkd - Nickelstick Eskrima Club, 15 Mudge Farm, Aberdeen Rd., Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa [232] 767-6322 / [2327] 660-1527 - Warriors Multi System, Berarion Recreation Centre, Johannesburg - 2000 [2782] 496-6715 Download Download Download Download Download Culture, Customs and Traditions Philippines with the flags that have are usually made of bronze, wood, or The FMAdigest believes that been flown. This is not a minute-by- bamboo. to truly know an art, one must know minute history, but a general history, And as many know it was something of the history, culture, and it was thought that in learning a way for the Filipino to hide his customs, and traditions of the country the Filipino martial arts also some martial arts practice in performances that the art comes from. In the issue other aspects of the Philippines and during the Spanish rule. Even today Culture, Customs and Traditions in its history, culture etc should also be some Filipino martial artists use the Then and Now section is a brief known. music in demonstrations of their art. history bring you information about The rhythm of the beat and the tempo the land and its people, and highlights Philippine Healing Arts all play a part in the dramatization of some aspects of history, that may not The FMAdigest was once a form. The Traditional Philippine In- have been covered before in other is- requested to put out an issue about the struments which is part of the heritage sues, up to today in the Philippines. healing arts of the Philippines. With and culture. As time has passed of There is a short piece on what the help of Virgil J. Mayor Apostol, course the Philippines has progressed makes Filipinos unique and what links Gat Puno Abon “Garimot” Baet and and plays all the popular instruments them back to their Philippine culture some information from Stuart-X- and styles of music of yesterday and and heritage, then information about Change and the book “Hilot-Ancient today. But before being so influenced the language or should I say languag- Therapy of the Philippines” published by the outside world, the Philippines es of the Philippines, and also a little in 2001, by the Ancient Publishing had it own unique style ad sounds. about Philippine weddings culture and House, Batangas City, Philippines. FMA Historical Fact or Fiction superstitions. The Issue materialized. So enjoy and Finally throughout the year gain knowledge about the alternative Finally some of the historical in the Philippines there are (besides medicine of the Philippines. facts that have been recoded or if one does not agree fiction that has been barrio fiestas), scheduled fiestas that Traditional Musical Instruments are celebrations that have tradition passed on from generation to genera- and really brings out the cultural side The Philippines, being a large tion. That is up to the reader. of the country. archipelago, has musical styles that Now what may be considered vary from region to region. Tradition- very controversial is the article in this Philippine Flag al Filipino music typically employs a special issue entitled, “The Code of The FMAdigest put together combination of musical instruments Kalantiaw”. Philippine history biggest with the help of the Philippine Coun- belonging to the percussion, wind, hoax which; you the reader will make try Guide, some of the history of the and string families. These instruments the decision if you believe it or not. 2 Asia Australia • China • Hong Kong • India • Japan • New Zealand Philippines • Singapore • South Korea • Thailand • Vietnam Australia - Academy of International Martial Arts, 1st Floor 53 New St., Ringwood, Victoria - 3134 [040] 854-0503 - www.aima-and-health.org - CSSD/SC Australia, 16 Ace Cresecent , Tuggerah, New South Wales - 2259 [040] 418-7757 - www.cssdsc.com.au - East Coast Doce Pares Institute, 3/187 Fairfield Rd., Guildford West, NSW - 2161 [614] 1982-0497 - www.docepares.com.au - Floro Fighting Systems Kalis Ilustrisimo, P O Box 1756 Macquarie Centre, North Ryde, NSW - 2113 [612] 9874-4172 - www.florofighting.com - International Combative Martial Arts Academy, 96A Grange Rd. Welland, Adelaide - 5007 [088] 340-4588 - www.docepares.com/icmaacademy.html - Kombatan Australia, 211A Swan St., Richmond, Victoria - 3121 [0412] 450-250 - www.mssd.com.au - Malvern Martial Arts, 1291 Malvern Rd, Melbourne, Victoria [042] 104-5018 - Radcliffe College of Self Defence, 33 Rosetta St., Palmerston, Northern Territory - 0830 [08] 8932-8308 - kempoarnis.tripod.com 3 - South Side Black Eagle Arnis Escrima, 9 Effra St. Wishart, Brisbane, Queensland - 4122 [046] 644-2 913 - alanmcfarlane.webs.com - Tao of Tai Chi Chuan Institute, PO Box 520, Doncaster, Melbourne, Victoria - 3108 [613] 984-06698 / [614] 1512-2616 - www.yellowbamboohk.com China - Circle of Iron Fighting Arts, Beijing - www.circleofiron.zoomshare.com Hong Kong - KEAT - Hong Kong, Quarry Bay www.geocities.com/keat_cms_hk - Krus Baston ng Pilipinas, A4 Cameron Masions, 34 Magazine Gap Rd., The Peak [852] 2849-2046 - womaphil.com - Tornado Mixed Style Martial Arts, Sheung Aan Sports Center, Queen’s Rd, Central - 00852 976-06214 - www.tornadomixedstyle.multiply.com - Visayan Martials Arts, Hong Kong Branch India - National School of Combat Arts (NSCA), 40, Kambekar St., Ground Flr, Mumbai, Maharashtra - 400003 91 [222] 347-5913 - www.wekaf.net - Institute of Martial Science & FMA, Bodhi, South St., Mumbai, MS - 400001 [982] 049-6752 - Integrated Martial Arts System, 302A, 3rd Floor,Ideal Tower,ShankeshwarNagar, Maharashtra - 401209 91 [0250] 241-0212 - Unarmed Commando Combat Academy (UCCA), Andheri west Opera House, Mumbai [982] 049-6752 - www.jkdindia.com Japan - ShinKali Academy, Shibuya, Tokyo - 150-0002 [8190] 3-907-9374 - www.shinkali.com New Zealand - NZ Doce Pares Eskrima, 11 Bernard St., Christchurch 0064 [03] 332-2335 - www.nzwingchun.com Philippines - Academia Lightning Scientific Arnis (U.P. Diliman Charter), Donor’s Garden, Quezon City, NCR - 1106 928-6973 - www.geocities.com/academylsai/page_home.htm - Agbulos Martial Arts Studio Philippines, 14 7th St., United Pque. Subd. 5, Paranaque City, National Capital Region - 1700 829-9663 / [0920] 201-3523 / [0915] 673-2652 - www.visionicarts.com/masphil - AKETS Martial Arts- DULAC Martial Arts, Dasmariñas Cavite - 4115 [0921] 572-1353 4 - Albay Maharlika Kuntaw, 63 R.Serrano St.