What is Escrima?

Escrima is a weapons based martial art system from the Philippines which specialises in armed combat. The use of a weapon can easily compensate for disadvantages in strength and body mass and training in weapons brings an enormous and immediate increase in fighting prowess. >> READ MORE

History of Escrima

Escrima get its name from the Spanish word, “skirmish” which describes the martial art practised by the Fillipinos at the time of the Spanish conquest which was taught as military training for the children of the warrior class. It was only by the use of firearms that the Spanish were able exert control and the practise of Escrima was outlawed and driven underground. >> READ MORE

Student Programme

The Escrima student program is divided into 12 grades before instructor level. The basic level (1 st to 4 th grade) introduces the student to the basic strikes and counter strikes using the single stick which then progresses to disarms, locks, punches and kicks. >> READ MORE