Welcome!
to the home of the Tulsa Arnis Club. We offer self defense for the Modern World as
taught through the arts of Arnis de Mano. Throughout history, the Philippine Islands
have been fought over by countless invaders including the Spanish, the Americans and
the Japanese. They have been influenced by Indonesian pirates, Chinese priest, Western
Missionaries, and Warriors from across the globe. The system of Kombatan Arnis, as
developed by Ernesto Presas, is a synthesis of the systems of Arnis/Kali/Escrima from
across the islands and encompasses all ranges of fighting. The student is taught so
that movements are not limited to the weapon that you wield, but so that each technique
may be applied regardless of the situation, the weapon, or the lack of a weapon. The
student evolves into well rounded individual who avoids fighting, but if it comes to
them, they react with blinding speed and accuracy, regardless of the method of attack
or the environment surrounding them, to reach the ultimate goal, to again be peaceful,
free from danger, and return home to their families each night, alive and
safe.
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