Tactical Silat-Kali

Facebook Memories brought this photo back today, and it reminded me how quickly time passes. Looking at it brings back not just the moment itself, but also the lessons, friendships, and experiences that came with that chapter of life. It's a good reminder to appreciate the journey, keep learning, and be grateful for how far we've come while continuing to look ahead.

I still remember how we all had to start late for this seminar due to the difficulty of locating this place. I sincerely apologise to this intake for the delay in delivering your course. I understand that your patience has been tested, and I truly appreciate your understanding and continued support. As a gesture of goodwill and to make up for the delay,I would like to invite everyone from this intake to attend the session free of charge - as we couldn't extend the usage for that premise there and then so we had to end as per stated in the invoice.

Anyway thank you for your trust, and I look forward to making this learning experience worthwhile for all of you. Iwill do my very best to deliver my promise to everyone in this intake even if it was donkey years ago. ;)

"Panatilihing nakatuon ang isipan, matapang ang puso, at hindi matitinag ang espiritu."

-KapatiranDobleOlisisEscrima

Upper and lower cross syndrome:

A) Upper cross syndrome:

Upper body postural distortion that presents as a forward head, raised, internally-rotated, or rounded/forward shoulders with an exaggerated thoracic curvature; contributes to upper back pain, shoulder dysfunction and training limitations for the upper body

This common upper body problem shows up as:
1. Head pushed forward (forward head posture)
2. Shoulders raised, rolled inward, or rounded forward
3. Increased curve in the upper back (exaggerated thoracic kyphosis)

How it affects you: Tight chest and neck muscles, weak upper back muscles. This leads to neck and upper back pain, shoulder tightness or impingement, headaches, poor breathing, and limits your upper body strength training

B) Lower cross syndrome:

Lower body distortion characterized by an undesirable anterior tilt of the pelvis with lordosis due to severe muscular imbalance in the lumbo-pelvic region; contributes to significant core instability, lower body training limitations and lower back pain

This common upper body problem shows up as:
1. Pelvis tilting too far forward (anterior tilt)
2. Increased lower back curve (excessive lumbar lordosis)
3. Tight hip flexors and lower back muscles + weak abdominals and glutes

How it affects you: Core instability, lower back pain, tight hips, reduced power in walking, kicking, or lifting, and greater risk of injury during training or at times where exertion is needed (some days where work is depanding).

These postural imbalances are not just “bad posture” they are clear signs that the body’s natural structure and function have been disrupted, blocking the free flow of blood, nerve signals, and vital energy.

In true osteopathic tradition, we do not chase symptoms. Instead, we correct the underlying distortions with precise manual techniques, targeted strengthening, daily awareness, and warrior mindset training. When alignment is restored, pain decreases, movement becomes easier, breathing deepens, and your body’s own self-healing intelligence can work at its best.

As practitioners age, maintaining this muscle-joint synergy through mobility training, strength conditioning, and technical practice becomes essential for performance, injury prevention, and longevity in the art.

Therefore, for practitioners in their 40s, Silat should be viewed not merely as learning techniques, but as developing an integrated system where muscles generate force, joints allow movement, and the nervous system coordinates both efficiently and safely. This preserves fighting ability while reducing wear and tear on the body over the long term

Could You Protect Yourself When It Matters Most?

Most people hope danger never comes.
We train to prepare for the possibility.

Train in practical Silat self-defence, develop physical conditioning, and cultivate calmness under pressure.

No experience required.
Just commitment and the willingness to learn.

Your journey starts this Saturday.

May this blessed day bring peace to your heart, strengthen the bonds of kinship and friendship, and remind us of the true meaning of sacrifice, sincerity, and compassion towards one another.
May all your acts of worship be accepted, your sustenance be made easier, your health be granted, and your life always remain under the mercy and protection of Allah SWT.

and Happy Holidays to our non-muslim friends,students and supporters.

Selamat Raya Eidul Adha everyone.

Bengkel Tempur Intensif: Penyatuan Taktikal FMA & Buah Pukul Madura
Hentikan fantasi, hadapi realiti. Kami membawakan sebuah bengkel tempur berasaskan situasi sebenar yang menggabungkan dua sistem beladiri paling pragmatik di dunia: Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) dan Ilmu Buah Pukul dari Madura.

Kenapa Sistem Ini Berbeza?
Kami tidak mengajar tarian atau bunga. Fokus kami adalah pada kecekapan fungsi dan hasil yang nyata apabila konflik berlaku di jalanan.

Sinergi Dua Keilmuan: Ketangkasan senjata dan koordinasi tangan FMA digabungkan dengan daya letupan (explosive power) serta struktur pukulan maut dari bumi Madura.

✅ Satu Sistem Ringkas: Kami telah membuang segala gerakan yang tidak perlu. Apa yang tinggal hanyalah satu sistem tempur yang padat, mudah difahami, dan senang diaplikasikan di bawah tekanan (stress test).

✅️ Saling Melengkapi: Di mana FMA mengisi ruang dalam aspek aliran (flow) dan ilmu senjata tradisional
(selengan,sejengkal, dan lain2) , Buah Pukul Madura hadir mengukuhkan aspek tapak dan impak serangan jarak dekat.

Apa Yang Anda Akan Pelajari?

Aplikasi Realistik: Latihan yang mensimulasikan senario sebenar, bukan sekadar hafalan teknik.

"Ini bukan tentang seni, ini tentang survival. Dua keilmuan, satu sistem, realiti mutlak."

Sertai kami dalam bengkel tempur ini dan ubah persepsi anda terhadap pertahanan diri. Dari gelanggang ke jalanan—pastikan anda bersedia.

Online course ini adalah persiapan sebelum kita berjumpa nanti di seminar.