The Fight Professor

Defensor Method Of Filipino and Indonesian Martial Arts

2011-10-19T07:30:00.000-07:00

Maha Guro Nate Defensor has been teaching the "Defensor Method" of Filipino-Indonesian Martial Arts since the 1980s in the Chicagoland area and is a member of the Katipunan Group of various Filipino/Indonesian Martial Arts Practitioners in the Midwest/East Coast. The Defensor Method is a combination of Inayan System, Pekiti-Tirsia, Inosanto Blend, Tobosa/Villabrille System, Pusaka Dwipantara Silat, Jalur Putih Pencak Silat, Doce Pares Eskrima, Derobio, Balintawak, Ilongo Style, Muay-Thai, & Kuntao.

For more information visit http://www.defensormethod.com/

$15 per class

Chicagoland Locations:
Contact & Phone for Chicagoland Classes:
Nate Defensor - 847.239.3990
Jason Brigham - 630-488-2834
Sidney Stein - 312.296.1051
Banio Carpenter - 773-234-66143
Chris Dino - 773.780.7887

Elgin, Illinois Classes:

Contact & Phone:
D. Ruiz Mobile (Instructor) - 847.873.7907

Elmhurst, Illinois Private Lessons:

Contact & Phone:
Bob Lorenz - 630.253.4410

Skokie, Illinois Private Lessons:
Sidney Stein - 312.296.1051
Wisconsin Location:

Contact:
Shawn McCarthy
Arizona Location:
Steve Fristoe - 520-465-4766
(Contact for Private Lessons in Defensor Method)
Highly Qualified to teach DM

Magda Institute Combat Arts Academy

2011-10-19T07:18:00.000-07:00

UIC Student Recreation Facility
First floor Multi-Activity Court (MAC) - The room with the heavy bag*
737 S Halsted St
(between Harrison St & Polk St)
Chicago, IL 60607

www.magdainstitute.com

Saturdays from 11:00am to 12:20pm (Beginning Phase 1)
Saturday from 12:30pm to 1:30pm (Mixed Level)

Cost per class:
UIC gym entrance fee - $10 (includes access to weight room, rock wall, pool, track, sauna, hot tub, basketball court, Ping-Pong tables, showers, lockers, etc.) ALL NON STUDENTS and NON MEMBERS pay entrance fee.

Non-UIC student or non-member - $15
UIC student or gym member - $15

If you bring a referral, your class is half off for the first 3 times the referral comes with you (referral pays full price).

The Combative Arts Academy program:

A synthesis of the JUN FAN MARTIAL ARTS and the FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS (KALI –ESCRIMA - ARNIS) forms the nucleus of the curriculum taught at the COMBATIVE ARTS ACADEMY. The training methods and techniques from other martial arts are also incorporated and utilized in the training process at the COMBATIVE ARTS ACADEMY (e.g., PENCAK SILAT, SAVATE, BERSILAT, MUAY THAI).

THE JUN FAN MARTIAL ARTS

The JUN FAN MARTIAL ARTS is a compilation of training methods, attitude, philosophies, combat techniques and concepts conceived, researched and compiled by the late BRUCE LEE (LEE JUN FAN) in 1967. It was from this that JEET KUNE DO eventually evolved. The base of BRUCE LEE’S JUN FAN METHOD was the Chinese Gung Fu system of Wing Chun which was developed by a female nun about 400 years ago and is considered to be one of the most sophisticated fighting methods to originate in China. LEE researched and incorporated kicking methods from northern and southern Gung Fu systems, French Savate and Thai Boxing. He incorporated his hand methods from Wing Chun, Western Boxing, various Gung Fu systems and Western Fencing. Grappling, locking and throwing are also integral parts of the JUN FAN METHOD. The JUN FAN METHOD is considered to be the explosive precursor to a JKD understanding; or, in other words, the first step towards totality.

THE FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS

The art of the Philippines is as diverse as the islands themselves, encompassing over 7,000 of them within the archipelago with over 87 major languages spoken. The names vary widely (KALI – ESCRIMA- ARNIS – SILAT – KUNTAO – ESTOQUE – KALIRADMAN – PAGKALIKALI). As a general term, we use “KALI” representing the ancient art existing before the arrival of the Chinese in the T’ang Dynasty in the 9th century. The art was outlaw in the 16th century by the King of Spain out of fear that the art would be used against the Spanish regime occupying the Philippines at that time. Its efficiency in combat cost Magellan his life. Encompassing an entire spectrum of weaponry and also featuring sophisticated empty hands concepts; this highly efficient, deadly and combat-proven art enabled the southern Philippines to remain unconquered for nearly 400 years. Unlike most martial art systems, both weaponry and empty hands are taught together; the principles being common to both and interchangeable. Regardless of whether armed or unarmed, the student learns to relate to any situation using the same concepts of body angling, positioning, zoning, and flowing with the opponent. Depending upon speed, footwork and skill rather than brute strength, this fluid, practical method of self-defense is one of the most comprehensive martial arts systems known.

MUAY THAI

Called the science of the eight limbs (hands, elbows, feet, knees), Muay Thai is considered to be one of the most devastating martial arts in the world today. Muay Thai was originally practiced as part of a military training program.

INDONESIAN AND MALAYSIAN SILAT

Known as PENCAK SILAT in Indonesia and BERSILAT in Malaysia, the difference between these two arts is subtle. There are over 250 styles commonly practiced in and throughout Indonesia and Malaysia. Both arts involve various complex and intricate empty hand and foot maneuvers, clever and unique multiple joint locking, sweeping and throwing manipulations. These arts form an important portion of the intermediate and advanced levels taught at the COMBATIVE ARTS ACADEMY.

Dan Inosanto Kali Escrima Filipino Martial Arts Demo At The Smithsonian Museum

2011-07-24T18:42:00.000-07:00

Panantukan Techniques (Filipino Boxing Kali)

2011-07-24T18:34:00.000-07:00

Kali-Escrima Knife Defense and Parry Sensitivity Drills

2011-07-24T18:25:00.000-07:00

Buy Dog Brothers Martial Arts Vol 5: Fang Choke & Machado BJJ DVD

2010-08-08T09:40:00.000-07:00

Masters of full contact Stick Fighting, The Dog Brothers shows the deadly and effective use of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu mixed with Kali Escrima. Carlos Machado from the world renowned Machado Brothers of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu teams up with Dog Brothers Martial arts instructor Eric Knaus for the Fang Choke and Machado BJJ instructional DVD.

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Knife Disarms On the Ground

2010-07-18T09:12:00.000-07:00

Kali, JKD and Dog Brothers expert Burton Richardson breaks down the technique on how to disarm a knife from a ground fight. If it's a life and death situation you have to do your best to counter an attack especially if it is an edged weapon. Do not be afraid if you're going to get cut, because you will in some ways. Always protect your vital organs and always follow the rule: Do Not Be The Victim.

The Gracie Jiu-jitsu Knife Defense

2010-07-10T07:01:00.000-07:00

The Gracie Brothers, Rener and Ryron Gracie teaches one important technique to defend against edged weapons.

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2010-06-03T21:03:00.000-07:00

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Efficient Double Stick Drills (Kali Escrima)

2010-05-28T15:58:00.000-07:00

Sinawali(Weaving Pattern) often referred to as techniques used for double sticks or doble baston in Kali Escrima (Filipino Martial Arts).These patterns also are used for empty handed striking.I have been a beginner learning Filipino Martial Arts and I found these interesting drills that are explained in an easy to follow instruction, great for someone who just started with Kali.

The Karambit 101

2010-05-27T21:34:00.000-07:00

The Karambit (Filipino Term) often called Kerambit (in Malaysia and Indonesia) or Hawk bill knife in the US as one important must haves self defense/utility knives nowadays. Originally having the double edge blade and a finger grip ring makes it the best weapon and is very very hard to disarm. To the practitioners of Kali and Silat it will be a deadly weapon of choice.

It is widely used in the birthplace of Silat, Indonesia for several centuries and has it's roots in Malaysia and the birthplace of Kali which is the Philippines, as a last resort weapon (similar to European daggers and Japanese tanto blades) and also used as a farming tool to harvest crops and for activities of daily living.

It is said to be brought by the Majapahit Empire from India which ruled South East Asia for a long time. It resembles the Claw of Hanuman (the Monkey God in the Ramayana) or sometimes called the tiger's claw. It is meant to rip through flesh than stabbing and with one arm swing it could produce 2 cuts instead of the conventional 1 cut movement with straight edged knives.

With the rise of violent home invasions this will be a perfect defensive weapon to own or even on the streets to fend off violent attackers.Even so, training in Kali (Filipino Martial Arts)which is the most effective weapon based self defense could complement the use of the Karambit. Kali is the mother art of the Filipino Martial Arts and has growing popularity and used by several Elite, military branches and law enforcement throughout the world.

Famous knive makers like Ernest Emerson, Steve Tarani and the founder of Cold Steel Knives were well versed in Kali and Silat.

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2010-05-27T12:10:00.000-07:00

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2010-05-19T14:16:00.000-07:00

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2010-05-09T11:02:00.000-07:00

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2010-05-03T00:15:00.000-07:00

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Easy Choke Defense By Paul Vunak

2010-05-02T00:41:00.000-07:00

One of the most dangerous street fighters, Navy Seals instructor and self defense expert, Paul Vunak shares his easy Choke defense. Watch and learn it via the video below:

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2010-04-25T11:19:00.000-07:00

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The Rules of Self Defense (Use of Justified Leathal Force)

2010-04-13T10:55:00.000-07:00

Tim Larkin teaches and demonstrates the rules and techniques which are effective for violent environments. This program is used by Federal and Law Enforcement agents how to end a fight.

How To Make The Nastiest Pepper Spray

2010-04-04T15:41:00.000-07:00

Warning: This is intended for self defense and used for situations of life endangerment ONLY. This should not be used for pranks and other non-sense stuff or just for fooling around with. This could be life threatening or cause permanent debilitation.

Pepper sprays have been very effective to fend off assailants, attackers and all those people with bad intent especially when you walk the streets at night or find yourself in a bad neighborhood. Several products have been sold in the market and is used by all types of people especially women but is often expensive or expires.

Youtube viral videos on how to make your very own pepper sprays have surfaced on the internet, including an article on yahoo written about making Ghost Peppers (the hottest pepper on earth) into weapons. I would like to add minor enhancements on making this very effective self defense weapon and would like to say that
before you start making pepper spray, check to ensure that it is not illegal in your state to carry pepper spray.

Now, lets get to know the steps on how to make your very own Nastiest Pepper Spray:

-You will need pepper but, not your regular pepper get the nastiest you could buy Habanero peppers or the world's most hottest pepper called the Ghost Peppers (Bhut jolokia in Hindu) this would i guess be available in East Indian groceries. You could also check specialty hot sauce stores or even order seeds.(handling this kind of peppers would need you to wear protective equipment such as gloves and googles). Ghost pepper could irritate the skin on contact and you think splashing milk could ease it? I say NO!!

-I prefer to use any of the following: oil, rubbing alcohol, non concentrated laundry or dishwashing detergent (which is water proof and will be very very effective and couldn't be washed off). Water will only spread it and cause more damage. This will make those bad guys remember it for the rest of their lives.

-Mix your pepper and any of your Oil, alcohol or detergent together. Dilute the pepper thoroughly if it is in powder, I would highly recommend the sauce if you find these.

-Use a straining cloth or coffee filter to get rid of the larger particles on the solution which could clog your spray nozzle.

- Pour your special pepper mixture in a bottle with effective continuous spray action. Prevent your skin on getting in contact with contents.

Ghost peppers tend to increase it's potency if stored for a very long time. Never test it on humans and animals. Lastly, Give those bad guys the HELL they deserve!!

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2010-04-01T14:46:00.000-07:00

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2010-03-30T21:02:00.000-07:00

Self defense expert, Fred Perrin develops a simple yet, effective leather wallet for self defense. Featuring the Fred Perrin Sap wallet which is available at http://www.szaboinc.com/perrin.asp?offset=15 available for a hefty prize of $50 plus shipping.

These would cost a lot of money however, it is well designed to hold coins, ID and credit cards and protect you from the bad guys. These are legal to carry anywhere. Instead of using it to carry coins you could also use ball bearings and solid metals for better impact to strike your opponent with.

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2010-03-30T20:47:00.000-07:00

French Commando, Knife maker and martial artist, Fred Perrin shows us how to use his very own designed Self Defense bracelet in action. The Fred Perrin Self Defense are now out of stock and won't be available anywhere anymore but, I do believe that you could use similar styled bracelets that you might have and repeat the same drills and technique in order to defend yourself wherever and whenever danger strikes.

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2010-03-25T11:12:00.000-07:00

One of the best Grappling legends in the planet, Lloyd Irvin. Demonstrates the mousetrap technique for getting a Kimura submission. This will improve your grappling game and will leave your opponents stunned.

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2010-03-11T22:22:00.000-08:00

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2010-03-10T10:41:00.000-08:00

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