Welcome to the World Modern Arnis Alliance
The World’s Leading Organization Promoting Presas Family Arnis!
Modern Arnis Instructor Camp:
Sept 29th – Oct 1st, 2023
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Announcement: Next Black Belt Testing April 2024

Datu presents at The Calling 10″
Datu Hartman presents at The Calling 10? Recently, I had the opportunity to return to Exeter for the 10th anniversary of “The Calling,” an annual kenpo event hosted by the charismatic Damian Abbott. This was my second visit, and what I love most about this gathering...

Featured Instructor: Prof. Tales from Rio de Janerio, Brazil
Featured Instructor: Prof. Tales from Rio de Janerio, Brazil When did your journey in martial arts begin? My martial arts journey began as a child with Judo. During adolescence, I had the opportunity to train in Karate and Tae Kwon Do, and around the age of 20, I...

Modern Arnis: More than Just an Art within Your Art
Modern Arnis: More than Just an Art within Your ArtI frequently hear the phrase "The Art within Your Art" being used, but often, its profound meaning appears lost. This term speaks to enriching one's primary martial arts training by integrating elements from other...

A New Chapter for Modern Arnis: Focusing on Future Generations
Back in July 2011, I had the privilege to organize the Modern Arnis Family Reunion Camp, aimed at bridging gaps within our cherished community. It was an event that encompassed much more than just training; it was a stepping stone for mending our disjointed community,...
About the WMAA
The World Modern Arnis Alliance (WMAA) is an international organization that promotes and teaches the Filipino martial art of Modern Arnis. Modern Arnis was developed by Grandmaster Remy Amador Presas, who blended traditional Filipino stick fighting techniques with influences from other martial arts such as Judo, Karate, and Boxing.
The WMAA was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in the United States. It is led by Grandmaster Datu Tim Hartman, who trained directly under Grandmaster Presas. The organization aims to preserve, promote, and develop Modern Arnis by providing standardized training, testing, and certification for instructors and students, as well as organizing seminars, workshops, and tournaments.
The WMAA also emphasizes the practical applications of Modern Arnis in self-defense situations, as well as its value in promoting physical fitness, mental discipline, and cultural awareness. The organization has members and affiliates in 12 countries and holds an annual International Training Camp and Festival to bring together practitioners from around the world.
What is Modern Arnis
Modern Arnis is a Filipino martial art that was founded by Remy Presas in 1957. It is also sometimes referred to as “Modern Arnis de Manila” or simply “Arnis”.
Modern Arnis incorporates a wide range of striking, grappling, and weapons techniques, with an emphasis on stick and knife fighting. Practitioners learn to use a variety of weapons, including sticks, knives, swords, and other improvised weapons, as well as empty-hand techniques.
The system emphasizes fluid, flowing movements and employs a variety of striking, blocking, and disarming techniques to neutralize an opponent’s attacks. Modern Arnis is often taught as a practical self-defense system, but can also be practiced as a sport, with practitioners sparring and competing in tournaments.
In addition to its practical applications, Modern Arnis also has a rich cultural heritage and is often studied for its historical and artistic value. It is a popular martial art in the Philippines and has also gained a following in other parts of the world.
Upcoming WMAA Events
Some of the WMAA Training Programs

Modern Arnis is a Filipino martial art that was founded by Remy Presas in 1957. It is also sometimes referred to as “Modern Arnis de Manila” or simply “Arnis”.
Modern Arnis incorporates a wide range of striking, grappling, and weapons techniques, with an emphasis on stick and knife fighting. Practitioners learn to use a variety of weapons, including sticks, knives, swords, and other improvised weapons, as well as empty-hand techniques.
The system emphasizes fluid, flowing movements and employs a variety of striking, blocking, and disarming techniques to neutralize an opponent’s attacks. Modern Arnis is often taught as a practical self-defense system, but can also be practiced as a sport, with practitioners sparring and competing in tournaments.

Kombatan is a Filipino martial art that primarily focuses on weapon-based fighting techniques. It is also known as “Kombatan Arnis” or “Kombatan Eskrima,” and it is one of the many traditional martial arts systems that originated in the Philippines.
Kombatan techniques involve the use of sticks, knives, and other bladed weapons, as well as empty-hand combat. The system emphasizes practical self-defense techniques that can be used in real-world situations, and it also incorporates concepts such as footwork, timing, and distance control.
Kombatan was founded by Ernesto A. Presas in the 1980s, and it has since spread to many countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and several European countries.

Panatukan is a Filipino martial art that focuses on striking with the hands, similar to Western boxing. It is also sometimes called “Suntukan,” which means “to strike” or “to hit” in Tagalog, the language spoken in the Philippines. Panatukan emphasizes close-range combat and uses punches, elbow strikes, and other hand strikes to attack an opponent’s vital targets. It also includes footwork, defense techniques, and grappling moves. Panatukan is often taught as part of the curriculum in Filipino martial arts schools and is also used by law enforcement and military personnel in the Philippines.

Balintawak is a Filipino martial art that primarily focuses on close-quarters combat and self-defense techniques. It is also known as “Balintawak Eskrima” and it is one of the many traditional martial arts systems that originated in the Philippines.
Balintawak techniques involve the use of single stick combat. The system emphasizes fast and efficient movements, as well as footwork and timing, to quickly and effectively neutralize an opponent. Balintawak is known for its flowing, dynamic movements and its practical approach to self-defense.
Balintawak was founded by Venancio “Anciong” Bacon in the 1950s, and it has since spread to many countries around the world. Today, Balintawak is recognized as a modern and effective martial art, and it is practiced by both civilians and military personnel for self-defense and combat training.
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