20 Step Introduction to the Filipino Martial Arts (Escrima)

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Free Online Course: 20 Step Introduction to the Filipino Martial Arts (Escrima) provided by Udemy is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. 20 Step Introduction to the Filipino Martial Arts (Escrima) is taught by David Seiwert.

Overview
  • DFA Kali Level 1 (Kali/Escrima) - Introduction to Filipino Martial Arts of Kali & Escrima

    What you'll learn:

    • After the course you will know more about the history of FMA (Filipino martial arts), basic punching and kicking, along with some street defensive techniques. You will also learn the beginning moves of using the rattan stick which is the backbone of FMA.

    The Filipino martial arts are known by the names Kali, Escrima and Arnis. Most people think of it as "That Stick Fighting Art", but it is much more. The Filipino martial arts are a complete system encompassing Hands, Feet, Weapons and Joint Locking. Many police and military around the world are now learning these artsare due to the effectiveness of the techniques.

    The course teaches the following:

    Basics

    • FMAHistory

    • The Salute or Bow

    • Warm-ups and Stretching

    Footwork

    • Forward Angle STepping

    • Reverse Angle Stepping

    • Six point Stepping

    Punching

    • The Jab

    • The Cross

    • The Hook

    • The Uppercut

    • Hand Speed Drills

    Kicks

    • Front Kick

    • Side Kick

    • Thai or Shin Kick

    Street Defensive Tactics

    • Front Choke

    • Rear Choke - part 1

    • Rear Choke - part 2

    Ground Fighting

    • Ground Fighting #1 - Guard, Mount, Side Mount

    • Ground Fighting #2 - The Reality of the Street

    • Ground Fighting #3 - Maneuvering in the Guard

    Single Stick

    • Warm-ups for the Stick

    • Nine Angles of Attack

    • Long Range Blocking

    PDF's

    • Curriculum

    • Certificate of Completion

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