Arnis is one of the names for the Filipino martial arts (FMA) that teach the use of and defense against weapons. Eskrima (also spelled escrima) and kali are other common names for the FMA. Garimot Arnis is a system that encompassases many styles from the northern islands of the Philippines (Luzon) and teaches many types of weapons, including sword, knife, stick, staff, spear, shield, and rope, although the training gives a practitioner the skills necessary to fight with any weapon. Garimot Arnis also covers other Filipino martial arts that are not considered arnis, such as native Filipino wrestling (buno, or dumog in Cebuano) and healing (hilot). For more information about the arts that make up Garimot Arnis, click the About link to the left.
Classes in St. Louis are divided into four-month sessions where we concentrate on a particular part of the system. Each area of the art has a separate course, such as Moro-moro, Cinco Teros, Tres Puntos, Harimaw Buno, and Sikadtukan. Each student will work at the level that they are able; if Cinco Teros is being offered during a session, beginning students will train in Fundamentals, and students who have already learned the fundamentals will train in Corto or Largo. Click the Courses link to the left to learn more about what is available.
Check the Location link to find a class and e-mail tim.rivera@gmail.com. Beginners are always welcome. You are encouraged to watch a class or two and ask questions to determine if the art is right for you.
