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Martial Arts Topics / Re: Tony Felix seminar

« on: September 11, 2007, 11:14:45 PM »

From Tony Felix:

SATRIA FIGHTING ARTS is the umbrella name for the Arts we now practice. But a major part of this Art is still the Wali Songo Family System of Pencak Silat. Because we also train PENJANG GULAT-Indonesian Wrestling and Ullar-The Snake System which are technically speaking not Pencak Silat and we also train in Badui Arts which have many similarities to Ancient Thai Arts we needed a name that would honour all of these arts. The underlying philosophy of continuity and approach to combat is still based on the principles emphasized in the Wali Songo system.

Traditional Silat is a weapon based Art so there is an awareness of Bladed weapons within all the techniques taught and trained. Although the Indonesian and Filipino arts are very close in geographcal location of their homelands and with many overlapping practices, one of the primary differences in approach is the use of langkah and another is emphasis on using the principles of Pukulan-The Art of continuous circular striking- in using the Pisau (short-bladed knife).

Be very well Guru Marc.
Tony F

Martial Arts Topics / Re: Suzanne Spezzano: Majadpahit Silat

« on: July 13, 2007, 09:55:20 PM »

Hey Marc,

Thanks for the plug. It's gonna sound lame because she's my wife, but honestly this DVD is really, really good. Suzanne has put together a complete Silat curriculum for the beginner, intermediate and advanced student. It's laid out very clearly with multiple camera angles and separate close ups for the fine details. The program includes:

--Ground Warmup

--Ground Mobility and Evasion techniques

--Ground kicks

--Standing evasive footwork

--Partner kicking drills

--Takedowns

--Ground vs. Stand up (partner drills)

--Stand up vs. Ground (partner drills)

--Counter for counter takedowns

--Backsweep (silhig) series

--Shield (karasak) series

--Counter for Counter combinations

--BONUS!! Ikat (handkerchief) techniques

If you want to use Silat to improve your conditioning, flexibility, strength. ground movement and transitioning from the feet to the ground, this DVD is for you! Please check out the You Tube link at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3r4oXOX_tc

John Spezzano

Martial Arts Topics / Wing Chun seminar with Sifu Francis Fong at Inosanto Academy in Jan 2007

« on: November 06, 2006, 04:02:47 PM »

Hey all,

Once again, this notice is here with Crafty's blessing.

Sifu Francis Fong will be teaching a seminar at the Inosanto Academy next January 27, 28.? Sifu Fong is an incredible teacher and his instruction has helped me in every martial art I train: Kali, Boxing, Muay Thai, Savate, Silat, JKD, BJJ, you name it, his approach to center line, his sensitivity drills and his method for grounding thereby delivering optimum power with minimal force are invaluable.? If you want to see believable and truly jawdropping trapping and transitions from standup to ground you will want to attend this workshop.

I recommend visiting his website www.francisfongacademy.com, if you're in So Cal preregister for the seminar at the Inosanto Academy, www.inosanto.com, you will not be disappointed.

sincerely,
John Spezzano

Martial Arts Topics / Upcoming books for those with interest in Eskrima or Silat

« on: November 06, 2006, 03:53:46 PM »

Greetings all,

Crafty suggested I post this information here as some of you will likely want to order.

Grandmaster Tony Somera of the Bahala Na organization recently notified me regarding the upcoming release of two books that you might find interesting.? (Details are below.)? Each book will be approximately $30 depending on the? shipping costs.? I will be placing an order this Friday, Nov 10, for me and some of my students and friends in the Southern California area.? If you are interested in joining our purchase, please email me at Kickme@ix.netcom.com? ?If you are interested but are outside So Cal, contact me and we'll see what we can figure out.

sincerely,
John Spezzano

PENTJAK SILAT ? Through My Eyes
>By Pendekar Herman Suwanda
>This is a complete presentation of the principles and applications of one
>of the most effective martial arts styles, written by one of the most
>sought-after Silat masters of all time, the late Herman Suwanda. The book
>explores the art and science of this Indonesian combat method. There is a
>detailed breakdown of the offensive and defensive skills used in Pentjak
>Silat, and the tactical elements of timing, distance, rhythm, cadence, and
>tempo. The unique principles and techniques of Silat as taught by the late
>Herman Suwanda are fully described in this authoritative book. It is a true
>gem by one of the legendaries masters of Pentjak Silat.
>
>
>GIRON ESCRIMA ? MEMORIES OF A BLADED WARRIOR
>By Grandmaster Leo M. Giron
>Due largely to its effectiveness, Escrima is one of the world's most
>popular martial arts systems. Grandmaster Leo M. Giron designed this method to
>overcome a larger and stronger opponent in life-or-death encounters.
>Giron?s Escrima contains many ingenious exercises and strategies while remaining
>the essence of simplicity.? Giron?s Escrima knowledge has been in great demand
>by thousands of Escrima, Arnis, and Kali students from all over the
>world
brought to the public with the most comprehensive information ever
>published in an Escrima book.? Packed with photos taken with painstaking care to
>assure correct positioning and execution, this volume covers all of the
>fundamental and advanced principles as taught by the late Grandmaster Leo
>M. Giron.