Philippine Martial Arts Alliance

Philippine Martial Arts Alliance Discover the fighting art of the Philippines - the Filipino Martial Arts of Arnis, Kali & Eskrima!
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09/11/2026

For our Filipino-American martial arts community, America has given us an incredible home and platform to share, preserve, and grow the Filipino Martial Arts. 🇺🇸🇵🇭

Did you know that on September 11, 2001, Air Force One landed at Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue, Nebraska - just minutes from our headquarters at Martial Arts International? President George W. Bush was brought to U.S. Strategic Command, where he met with national security officials as the country faced uncertainty about what would happen next.

For those of us here in Bellevue, it brought what was happening across America incredibly close to home.

Where were you on 9/11? Do you still remember what you were doing when you heard the news?

Share your memories with us.

25 years later, we shall NEVER forget. 🙏🇺🇸

FMA History TriviaDid you know?The term Sinawali is commonly connected to the Filipino word sawali, which refers to a wo...
09/10/2026

FMA History Trivia

Did you know?

The term Sinawali is commonly connected to the Filipino word sawali, which refers to a woven bamboo pattern traditionally used in Filipino homes.

In Filipino Martial Arts, Sinawali reflects that idea of weaving through coordinated stick movements, rhythmic patterns, and flowing transitions.

What may look like a simple drill is actually helping students develop timing, coordination, body movement, hand-eye coordination, distance, and rhythm.

This is one of the beautiful parts of Filipino Martial Arts — even the training methods carry pieces of Filipino culture, language, and tradition.

At PMAA, we honor these roots while continuing to help preserve, promote, educate, and advance Filipino Martial Arts around the world.

Preserve. Promote. Educate. Advance.

PMAA Charter School Spotlight: King Tiger Tae Kwon Do HarrisburgThis week, we are proud to highlight King Tiger Tae Kwon...
09/09/2026

PMAA Charter School Spotlight: King Tiger Tae Kwon Do Harrisburg

This week, we are proud to highlight King Tiger Tae Kwon Do Harrisburg, a PMAA Charter School serving the Harrisburg, North Carolina community.
Led by Master Chris Knight and Master Brian Foster, King Tiger Harrisburg is dedicated to helping students grow through martial arts training that builds confidence, discipline, character, focus, and respect.

Their school provides training for children, teens, and adults, while also offering students opportunities to develop through Taekwondo, Philippine Combatives, and other martial arts disciplines.

What stands out about King Tiger Harrisburg is their commitment to creating a positive training environment where students are challenged, encouraged, and supported as they become stronger both on and off the mat.

This is exactly what the PMAA mission is about: recognizing the people, schools, and groups who are helping build strong martial arts communities while continuing to preserve, promote, educate, and advance Filipino Martial Arts.

Thank you, King Tiger Tae Kwon Do Harrisburg, for your continued dedication to your students, families, and martial arts community.

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance!Today, we honor the hard work, dedication, and perseverance...
09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance!

Today, we honor the hard work, dedication, and perseverance of people everywhere who continue to build stronger families, organizations, and communities.

In the martial arts, progress is also built through consistent effort - through the instructors who teach, the students who train, and the individuals who dedicate themselves to preserving and passing knowledge on to the next generation.

To our members, instructors, schools, and martial arts communities: thank you for the work you do and the passion you bring to the arts.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Labor Day!

Preserve. Promote. Educate. Advance.

09/04/2026

FMA Training Resource: Fact #5

In Filipino Martial Arts, understanding range is one of the keys to effective training.

Fact #5 focuses on the katawan, or the body of the stick, and how it is commonly used at midrange. This part of the stick helps practitioners develop better control, timing, distance, and awareness when applying FMA principles.

Training with the katawan reminds us that Filipino Martial Arts is not only about striking. It is about learning how each part of the training tool has a purpose, and how movement changes depending on range, positioning, and intent.

This is one of the reasons FMA continues to be respected for its adaptability, practicality, and depth.

Through continued education and training, PMAA helps preserve, promote, and share the principles of Arnis, Kali, Eskrima, and Filipino Martial Arts with students and instructors around the world.

Preserve. Promote. Educate. Advance.

08/28/2026

FMA Training Resource: Fact #4

In Filipino Martial Arts, every part of the stick has a purpose.

Fact #4 focuses on the punyo, or the butt end of the stick, which is often used in close-range training.

Understanding the punyo helps practitioners develop better awareness of distance, control, positioning, and close-range application. It reminds us that FMA is not only about long-range striking, but also about learning how movement changes when the distance closes.

This is one of the reasons Filipino Martial Arts is known for its practicality, adaptability, and depth.

Through continued education and training, PMAA helps preserve, promote, and share the principles of Arnis, Kali, Eskrima, and Filipino Martial Arts with students and instructors around the world.

Preserve. Promote. Educate. Advance.

Filipino Martial Arts continues to grow through the work of dedicated coaches, officials, instructors, and organizations...
08/27/2026

Filipino Martial Arts continues to grow through the work of dedicated coaches, officials, instructors, and organizations helping raise the standard of Arnis across the Philippines.

Recently, the PEKAF (Philippine Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation) Western Visayas Coaching and Officiating Workshop-Seminar and Accreditation for Technical Officials in Arnis brought together individuals committed to improving the quality, structure, and integrity of Arnis competition and instruction.

Efforts like this are important for the future of Filipino Martial Arts. They help strengthen the next generation of coaches, referees, judges, technical officials, athletes, and practitioners who will continue carrying the art forward.
At PMAA, we support the people and organizations working to preserve, promote, educate, and advance Arnis, Kali, Eskrima, and Filipino Martial Arts worldwide.

True leadership in Filipino Martial Arts is not measured only by rank, titles, or years of training.It is measured by se...
08/24/2026

True leadership in Filipino Martial Arts is not measured only by rank, titles, or years of training.

It is measured by service.

The instructors who teach with patience.
The schools that create safe places to learn.
The practitioners who train with humility.
The leaders who pass on knowledge without forgetting where it came from.

Filipino Martial Arts continues to grow because of those who choose to serve the art, the students, and the community.

At PMAA, we believe leadership means helping preserve the roots of FMA while creating opportunities for future generations to learn, grow, and carry the art forward with respect.

Preserve the roots.
Serve the community.
Lead the next generation.

STIX 4 Kids in Action! Students had a great time learning, moving, and building confidence during a STIX 4 Kids seminar ...
08/21/2026

STIX 4 Kids in Action!

Students had a great time learning, moving, and building confidence during a STIX 4 Kids seminar with Grandmaster Melegrito.

From basic movements to partner activities, the training kept students engaged while introducing them to the fundamentals of Filipino Martial Arts in a fun and positive environment.

Great energy and great work from everyone! 👏

08/21/2026

In Filipino Martial Arts, stick training is more than simply learning how to strike.

Practitioners learn to understand and use the different parts of the stick, including the punyo or butt end, the katawan or body of the stick, and the dulo or tip of the stick.

Each part has its own purpose and teaches important principles of control, timing, distance, and adaptability.
This is one of the reasons FMA develops such a practical and well-rounded understanding of movement. The stick becomes more than a training tool - it becomes a way to study range, structure, and application.

Through education and training, PMAA continues to help preserve, promote, and share the depth of Filipino Martial Arts with students, instructors, and schools around the world.
Preserve. Promote. Educate. Advance.

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