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World
Modern Arnis Alliance
2001 News and Events
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January
2001 and earlier
November
29, 2000
To
the Modern Arnis Community:
10
years ago, Professor Presas appointed me Director of the
Can-Am Chapter of the IMAF. That organization existed
not to compete with the United States IMAF, but to supplement
it. However, the Can-Am Chapter did allow me to use my
skills and contacts to spread the Professor’s art,
unfettered by any constraints created by the existing hierarchy
in the IMAF. Ultimately, both Chapters of the IMAF served
the goal of expanding the art of Modern Arnis, as taught
by Professor Remy Presas.
There
has been a momentous change in leadership in the United
States Chapter of the International Modern Arnis Federation,
and I wish to congratulate Dr. Randy Schea and Mr. Jeff
Delaney on their promotions. As the recognized leaders
of the IMAF, I am confident that they will continue to
guide both the Federation and the system of Modern Arnis
into greater prominence and success. Due to the reduced
role forced upon Professor Presas by his illness, I fear
that there will no longer be his strong unifying presence
to connect the two organizations. At this time, I believe
that it is best for the Can-Am Chapter of the International
Modern Arnis Federation to distinguish itself. Therefore,
I am changing the name of my organization to the World
Modern Arnis Alliance.
This
new organization will continue to serve the goals for which
it was originally established: to promote the art of Modern
Arnis, to foster creative development within the framework
developed by Professor Presas, and to standardize the credentials
of those individuals who have dedicated themselves to its
study. As did the IMAF Can-Am, the WMAA will give me the
freedom to explore and interpret the Professor’s art,
flavored by my other experiences in the Filipino and Malaysian
martial arts.
Professor
has always urged every one of his students to master his
techniques and make them their own. The constant exploration
of the art is not limited to Professor’s own research
and development. “The more you practice, the more
you will see”, remains a fundamental theme in his
seminars. I have always strived to maintain a balance
between teaching the Professor’s techniques verbatim,
and applying his underlying concepts in different ways. While
my curriculum may carry more innovation and outside influences
than some other instructors, I believe that I have been
true to Professor’s system, as evidenced by the 19
black belt instructors that have been trained by me, and
certified by the Professor.
The
WMAA will continue to teach Remy Presas’ Modern Arnis
concepts, with an emphasis on certain dimensions. My current
curriculum spotlights the stick fighting roots found in
Balintawak, the Filipino empty hand techniques in American
Kenpo Karate and the combative intensity of Burmese Bando. Each
of these arts shares themes with Professor’s system,
each leads to endless possibilities.
In
no way do I intend to sever my ties to the IMAF. In my
18+ years with that organization, I made many valued friends
and developed a great deal of respect for the skills of
its members and instructors. I will attend IMAF events,
and I will encourage my members to do the same. Of course,
I will treasure new material from Professor Presas whenever
possible. My intentions are to introduce Modern Arnis
to martial artists who may not be reached by the IMAF,
and to explore the wonderful framework developed by Professor.
I
believe that this art is great enough to be spread, enjoyed,
and celebrated by these two parallel organizations in the
spirit of fellowship and brotherhood fostered by the Professor. My
best wishes are with Dr. Schea and Mr. Delaney, as they
carry the system that has meant so much to me since 1982. Finally,
I look forward to training with you, the martial artists
of Modern Arnis.
Sincerely,
DATU TIMOTHY J. HARTMAN
WORLD MODERN ARNIS ALLIANCE
Federation www.wmarnis.com
School www.wmarnis.com/school
Datu www.wmarnis.com/datu |
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February
2001
February 17, Rochester NY.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day on advanced
sinawalis, disarms, trapping, and locking.
February
22 – March 5, Sweden & Denmark.
Datu Hartman
taught Modern Arnis Stick & Knife Concepts.
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March
2001
March
10, Detroit MI.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day on advanced sinawalis,
disarms, trapping, and locking.
March
17, Chicago IL.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day seminar on disarms;
compound stick trapping, and knife disarming.
March
25, Buffalo NY.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day apprentice seminar.
March
31, London Ontario.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day Camp. Topics
covered will be hand & stick trapping, striking styles, & forms.
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April
2001
April 22, Buffalo NY.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day apprentice
seminar.
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May
2001
May
19, Rochester NY.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day on the use of
tactical folding knives.
May 20, Buffalo NY.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day apprentice
seminar.
May
25 – 27 Norrkoping Sweden.
Guro Tim Murray and Datu Tim
Hartman taught a three-day camp teaching on Modern Arnis Stick & Knife
Concepts.
May
24 – June 5 Sweden & Denmark.
Datu Hartman taught
Modern Arnis Stick & Knife Concepts.
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June
2001
June 9th London Ontario -
Datu Hartman taught a one-day Camp.
Topics covered will be Mano Y Daga phase one.
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July
2001
July 21, Rochester NY.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day on the use
of tactical folding knives.
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August
2001
August
10 – 12,
Datu Hartman will be a guest instructor
at the AKKS New York Kenpo Camp.
August 25th London Ontario
Datu Hartman taught a one-day Camp.
Topics covered will be Mano Y Daga phase one & two.
The
Passing of Grand Master Remy A. Presas
(08-28-2001 08:45
PM)
I am sad to say that at I have been informed by Maria Presas (daughter of GM
Remy Presas), that at 7:40pm eastern time Grand Master Remy Amador Presas passed
away due to the effects of a brain tumor. Our prayers go out to the family
that has been left behind. I will try to get the details about the funeral
and put them on our site for those who would like to attend and pay their respect.
Tim Hartman
Remy Presas' Modern Arnis
wmarnis@wmarnis.com
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September
2001
GrandMaster Remy A. Presas
1936-2001
GM
Presas Funeral Update (09-03-2001 12:00 PM)
On Saturday, September 8, 2001, The Professor's body will be transported
by Plane to Manila, Philippines. There will be a Hero's welcome and parade
to the city from the airport to a public viewing location for a three
day public viewing. The body will then be transported to Bacalod, the
Professor's home, for final services and burrial. Services in the Philippines
are being coordinated by Shishir Inocalla, President, Modern Arnis Philippines,
with assistance from PIGSAI, Department of Tourism. Additional information
to follow.
If
you would like to attend services in the Philippines please
contact the following people:
Shishir
Inocalla,
Pres. Modern Arnis Philippines,
Dir. PIGSAI VP IAF
Cell 604-861-8085,
Studio 604-872-4501,
Home, 604-261-5119,
e-mail: inocallashir2@aol.com
In
the Philippines Contact:
PIGSAI Department of Tourism,
Rm 508,
Eng. Dion Diaz - Deputy Manager
Tel 632-524-1971 or 632-524-2997
e-mail: scheche@hotmail.com
Or
e-mail: agminfra@philtourism.com.
Modern Arnis Phil.,
2531 G. del Pilar St. Singalong,
Manila Phil
632-522-7511 632-523-5067
Grandmaster
Remy Presas Memorial Page
GM
Presas Funeral Update (09-02-2001 06:32 PM)
A Memorial Service will be held in Victoria, British
Columbia, Canada for Professor Remy A. Presas on Friday,
September 7, 2001. A public viewing will be held from 11
AM to 12:30 PM with a small service for family and close
friends only beginning at 1 PM. Services and viewing will
be held at the Sequoia Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria,
British Columbia, Canada. Phone: 250-658-6202. If you plan
to attend the viewing or the service please contact Mike
Chin at kata@telus.net. Due to the volume of calls and email
Mr. Chin may not be able to answer every inquiry so please
contact him only if you plan to attend. For directions and
other information concerning the viewing and services please
contact Sequoia Gardens. Following the service the professor's
body will be transported to the Philippines for formal services
there
GM
Presas Funeral Update (09-01-2001 12:53 PM)
I would like to inform everyone that there will be a viewing for GM Presas
in the Philippines after his body is sent back. As it stands now there will
be no open viewing in North America. This may change in the future. Professor
Presas is survived by seven children: Mary Jane, Mary Ann, Remy Jr, Maria and
Demetri, from his first wife, RoseMary; and Remia and Joseph from his current
wife, Yvette Wong.
Please
send Cards and Condolences to his family.
Accepting
for the Presas family is:
Mary Jane Seletaria
14 Manzanilla Ct,
San Pablo, CA 94806
GMPresas1stFamily@hotmail.com
Accepting
for the Wong family is:
Yvette Wong
2553 Blackwood Street
Victoria, BC, Canada V8T 3V9
Check
our website for current updates on the status of any updates.
Datu
Tim Hartman
Remy Presas' Modern Arnis
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September
15 –16, Rochester NY.
Datu Hartman will be a guest
instructor at Camp Budo.
September 22, Philadelphia PA.
Datu Hartman taught
a one-day on advanced sinawalis, disarms, trapping, and locking.
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October
2001
October
13th London Ontario
Datu Hartman taught a one-day Camp. Topics
covered will be Mano Y Daga phase two & three
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November
2001
November
19th - 25th Denmark.
Datu Hartman taught Modern Arnis Stick & Knife
Concepts.
November 26th - December 3rd Norrkoping, Sweden.
Datu Hartman
taught Modern Arnis Stick & Knife Concepts.
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December
2001
December 8, Syracuse NY.
Datu Hartman taught a one-day on advanced
sinawalis, disarms, trapping, and locking.
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