Kali
What is Kali?
Kali is an umbrella term, which has been used interchangeably with Arnis and Escrima for all Filipino martial arts. FMA has many styles and systems.
What is Pekiti Tirsia?
Officially founded in 1897 as a family system by Grand Master Conrado Tortal, Pekiti Tirsia Kali is an indigenous, highly effective, close quarters, in-fighting system of combat from Negros Occidental in the Philippines. It was brought to the U.S. in 1972 by Grand Master Leo Tortal Gaje Jr., the grandson of Conrado Tortal and heir to the Pekiti Tirsia System. Since then, Pekiti Tirsia Kali has expanded worldwide to exclusive groups and Elite Law Enforcement and Military units. Outside of classical Pekiti Tirsia, there are many applications based on the art including: women’s self defense, urban self defense, and tactical applications. Based on tactics and strategies derived from edged weapons, Pekiti Tirsia is a complete system that incorporates both weapons and empty hands methods designed for both single and multiple attackers.
Sacred Elements and Pekiti Tirsia Kali N.J.
Founded under the direct edict of Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje Jr. and Tuhon Rommel Tortal in 2010, Pekiti Tirsia Kali New Jersey and Sacred Elements strives to teach the Pekiti Tirsia Kali System in a manner encompassing physical training in body mechanics, a good foundation in footwork, tactical, and mental awareness, with a strong Filipino cultural influence of a positive attitude and mutual respect within the Art. All Classes taught by Mandala Jeanette Ladores.
Tuhon Rommel Tortal was trained by his uncle, Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje, Jr in the pure and traditional Pekiti Tirsia Kali System. He was the Chief Tactical Instructor for the Philippine Marine Corps until 2002 when he began PTK to civilians. Additionally, he has instructed the Philippine National Police and Presidential Guard of the Philippines, as well as continues to train various international Special Forces and Law Enforcement Units. He is currently the titular head of the Pekiti Tirsia Kali World Federation.
Class Descriptions:
Classical/Open Level (Bakunawa)
Training and Instruction in the Art of Pekiti Tirsia Kali, an edged and impact weapon indigenous fighting system of the Philippines. Utilized by elite forces around the world, PTK is a highly effective system of combat with elements including stick, knife, empty hands, and ground fighting (dumog).
Bagani-Amasona
Women’s self defense drawing from, and inspired by the highly effective Pekiti Tirsia Kali System. Learn the body mechanics and skills necessary to stay safe, gain confidence, and get motivated.
Private Instruction
Private instruction available, schedule permitting. Contact us if you are interested in arranging private instruction.
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Seminars and Workshops:
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Women’s Self Defense
Monthly Intensives
Corporate/Private Events
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