The sophisticated and comprehensive martial art from the Philippines is weapon based, but ultimately an empty hand system. This highly effective battle tested art is the choice for the US SOCOM Units. Regardless whether you call it Kali, Arnis or Eskrima, the training focuses on impact and edged weapons in the use and defense as well as comprehensive empty hand skills. Filipino Martial Arts training is designed for multiple attacker as well as single opponent confrontations; the training heightens student's awareness of their surroundings and teaches them to use their environment as tools of combat.
The Filipino Martial Arts have something to benefit everyone from people seeking the best in reality based martial arts to other looking for better coordination and attribute development. Everyday objects, such as umbrellas, books, bandannas, etc., become effective means of self-defense in the hands of a properly trained individual. Use of left and right hand techniques develop coordination. Drills and techniques taught in a fluid, non-restrictive manner allow students to enhance their natural attributes and improve their sense of timing, speed, awareness, balance, agility, and confidence.
The Filipino Martial Arts have been prominently featured in the Hollywood films "The Hunted" starring Benico Del Torro, "Taken" starring Liam Neeson, and the Bourne films starring Matt Damon.