Filipino Martial Arts didn’t come from just one place—they came from everywhere.
This post breaks down the regional roots of Arnis, Eskrima, and Kali across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, showing how environment, culture, and necessity shaped each style.
Before the Spanish brought steel and sermons, the islands were already in motion—raids, rivalries, and warriors with blades. This post dives into the tribal roots of Filipino Martial Arts.
What do traffic jams, tribal warriors, and stick fighting have in common? Welcome to the world of Filipino Martial Arts—where history hits hard. This is the intro to a series exploring Arnis, Eskrima, and Kali through the centuries.
