Eskrima de Campo JDC - IO Uruguay

Years ago, Manong Eric Olavides made a visit to Manang Amparo Lebumfacil, the wife of his teacher, Manong Jose Diaz Caballero, founder of Eskrima de Campo 123 Orihinal.

Though Manang Amparo was already advanced in age and her memory had begun to fade, she still recognized Manong Eric the moment she saw him.

The visit brought back the memory of when the couple had told Manong Eric, in their own words, that they considered him a son. That bond between teacher and student was the reason Manong Jose chose to pass on the deeper knowledge of his arnis system to Manong Eric.

It is a reminder that behind every great teacher, there is often a mother's heart at work. On this Mother's Day, we extend our warmest greetings to all the mothers in the arnis community—the women who train alongside the men, and those who have supported, encouraged, and quietly shaped the warriors in their lives.

Happy Mother's Day!

Para aquellos que estén Estados Unidos, California.

Filipino Martial Arts classes are forming in Irvine, CA. Limited space is available. Feel free to message us if you are interested in joining us.