Grandmaster Benefredo “Bebing” M. Lobrido, the Una nga Tig-subli (1st Generation Inheritor) of Original Filipino Tapado, turned 59 last June 28, 2009. A simple luncheon gathering was held at the Lobrido Residence, Prk. Langka, Bgry. Taloc, Bago City.
11 well wishers from Bacolod City, all members of the Original Filipino Tapado Long Stick Fighting Association (OFTLSFA), Inc., were in attendance to celebrate with the Lobrido family.
GM Lobrido’s birthday also marked his 48th year of studying and teaching Original Filipino Tapado, an indigenous long stick fighting art founded by his late uncle Grandmaster Romeo “Nono” C. Mamar in 1960 in Prk. Langka, Brgy. Taloc, Bago City after his studies of Lagas, Oido, Layaw, and Sinamak from 4 different Arnis grandmasters.
Tapado derives from the Hiligaynon term Tapat, which in turn comes from Tapos “finish, end.” Contracting Tapat with the Hiligaynon suffix do, one gets a descriptive term for the degree or gravity of being finished or put to an end. Thus, Tapado is an art designed to finish a conflict the soonest.
Lobrido was among those very first to study the art directly from GM Mamar, in 1960, when he was just 10. By his early teens, he was assisting his uncle in teaching students. During those times, Arnis professors had to prove their worth by unprotected, full contact personal combat. Original Filipino Tapado was tempered in these challenge matches. GM Mamar remained undefeated up to his death. In many instances, GM Lobrido in these challenge matches in behalf of GM Mamar.
GM Mamar had designated Lobrido the Chief Instructor of his art with the rank of Master even before it was introduced and taught publicly in 1984, the same year the official governing body for the art the Original Filipino Tapado Long Stick Fighting Association (OFTLSFA) was founded. As Chief Instructor, Master Lobrido was second only to GM Mamar and taught almost all of the students. It was also common for students to have undergone under the guidance of other seniors in the art such as the Founder’s cousin Nelson Carmona of Bacolod (now himself a grandmaster) and his relative Joe A. Pamilangco of Bago (Master under the GM Mamar).
In 1986, GM Mamar publicly promoted his nephew to Master in Original Filipino Tapado after practicing and teaching the art for 26 yars at the West Negros College, Bacolod City.
The Mamar Clan formally turned over the headmastership of Original Filipino Tapado to GM Lobrido, during a simple ceremony at the funeral rites of the late Founder in February 2005 (see turnover pictures at http://oftlsfai.blogspot.com).
GM Lobrido is as the 4th president of OFTLSFAI, Inc., having served since 2005 up to the present. GM Mamar was the 3rd president (1989-2005). It was under GM Lobrido’s administration that OFTLSFA was registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
GM Lobrido, during his administration, had produced 2 grandmasters, 8 masters, 10 senior instructors, and 4 junior instructors (total: 24, with 6 having gone two promotions) in Original Filipino Tapado. Elmer V. Montoyo, Founder/President of the Philippine Integrated Martial Arts Academy-Filipino Tang Soo Do Association (PIMAA-FTSDA), Inc., is the first to be promoted to Grandmaster in Original Filipino Tapado outside of the Mamar and Lobrido Clans. Nelson G. Carmona was awarded his grandmastership this year by GM Lobrido.
OFTLSFAI recognized masters are Jose “Joe” Pamilangco of Bago, Clodualdo “Budoy” M. Lobrido of Bago, a US-based Filipino master who wishes to remain anonymous, Michael “Bong-Bong” Rosquillo, Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado, Joeffrey L. Deriada, Dr. Raymund Antonio A. Maguad (Murcia), and James U. Sy Jr. of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc.
Recognized Senior Instructors are Wilson Cejas, Rufino Fernandez, Pastor Romeo N. Gumban, Jinny J. Mamar, Romeo “Tokong” Mamar Jr., John “Jun-Jun” Maravilla, Dr. Rey Mollenido of Iloilo, Elmer “Don-Don” P. Montoyo, Dr. Jason Rojas of Texas, Rolito A. Ruelan. Junior Instructors are Jake A. Bugna, Lafayette A. Diamante, Ernest Christian “Chen-Chen” P. Montoyo, and Lorema “Bing” H. Tacsagon.
GM Lobrido had been featured in the pages of Rapid Journal, the Philippines’ one and only and longest running martial arts magazine, several times, as well as in FMA Digest of Punong Guro Steven K. Dowd of Aguillon Arnis and various daily and weekly newspapers in Western Visayas. GM Lobrido is married to Rosenda “Rose” Lobrido and is blessed with 3 daughters - Rhoda, Rose Ann, and Rubie.
For more info on Original Filipino Tapado, check http://oftlsfai.blogspot.com and http://visayanfilipinomartialarts.blogspot.com. Interested parties may contact GM Lobrido at 0907-472-0621 or Alojado at 0928-719-5141.
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Sunday, June 21, 2009
Arnis Phils.-BaNeg 13-9-1 in Mayor Treñas Cup By: James U. Sy Jr., PIO, Arnis Phils.-BaNeg
Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Bacolod/Negros Occidental Chapter under Commissioner Grandmaster Atty. Col. Marcelo C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., took home a 13-9-1 medal haul during the Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Regional Arnis Cup 2009 Regional Arnis Tournament held by the Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Iloilo City Chapter under Commissioner Bonnie A. Celendro with the full support of the Iloilo City Government under Hon. Mayor Jerry P. Treñas last May 29, 2009 at the Robinson’s Place, Iloilo City , Panay .
The Negros Occidental contingent was represented by the Hon. Mayor Ramon D. Torres-sponsored Bago City Team/ Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Jose “Joe” B. Mancesa and its President Eliseo Yanong Sr. and the Bacolod Team/KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” Cardinal. Official Coach was GM Cardinal with GM Mancesa and Master Gualberto Dajao as Second Coach and assistant Coaches respectively.
Gold medalists for the Labanana (Full Contact) Division were Danny John Cardinal of Bacolod and John Mark Cabayao, Edgardo Doctora, Audi Mancesa, Francis Marfil, and Jerel Sombilla of Bago City (Juniors Category), Ramonito Armijado, John Carlos Bagatila, Romulus Jude Ballentes, Stevie John Doctora, and Raffy Yanong of Bago City (Seniors Men Category), and Vina Mancesa and Realou de los Santos of Bago City (Seniors Women Category).
Silver medalists for the Labanana (Full Contact) Division were Mark Anthony Bandoquillo, Ande Christopher Jabat, John Kevin Guiking, and Herman Sinugbuhan of Bacolod City and Johnny Jolito J. of Bago City (Juniors Category),, and Elizalde Aspan of Bacolod City and Harold Jalbuena of Bago City (Seniors Men Category).
Double silver medalist for the Anyo (Forms) Division was Vina Mancesa of Bago City (Women Solo and Doble Baston Category). Bronze medalist for the Labanana (Full Contact) Division was Ivy Mogello of bago City (Seniors Women).
Vina Mancesa was the only triple medalist for negros Occidental in the event which was attended by not less than 260 players from various parts of Western Visayas .
Hon. Mayor Ramon D. Torres, ever since he took office, had whole heartedly organized, supported, nurtured, and sustained Bago City’s quest to dominate the Arnis scene as it had in the Boxing arena in the past. The honorable mayor had sponsored a number of Arnis tournaments which were held in Bago City and as well as sent its players to local and regional level as well as DepEd tournaments. The Bago City Arnis Team expresses its graditude to their mayor.
Meanwhile, the Bacolod Arnis Team was self-financed by its players who had to look for private sponsors to bring honor to the City of Smiles .
The Negros Occidental contingent was represented by the Hon. Mayor Ramon D. Torres-sponsored Bago City Team/ Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Jose “Joe” B. Mancesa and its President Eliseo Yanong Sr. and the Bacolod Team/KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” Cardinal. Official Coach was GM Cardinal with GM Mancesa and Master Gualberto Dajao as Second Coach and assistant Coaches respectively.
Gold medalists for the Labanana (Full Contact) Division were Danny John Cardinal of Bacolod and John Mark Cabayao, Edgardo Doctora, Audi Mancesa, Francis Marfil, and Jerel Sombilla of Bago City (Juniors Category), Ramonito Armijado, John Carlos Bagatila, Romulus Jude Ballentes, Stevie John Doctora, and Raffy Yanong of Bago City (Seniors Men Category), and Vina Mancesa and Realou de los Santos of Bago City (Seniors Women Category).
Silver medalists for the Labanana (Full Contact) Division were Mark Anthony Bandoquillo, Ande Christopher Jabat, John Kevin Guiking, and Herman Sinugbuhan of Bacolod City and Johnny Jolito J. of Bago City (Juniors Category),, and Elizalde Aspan of Bacolod City and Harold Jalbuena of Bago City (Seniors Men Category).
Double silver medalist for the Anyo (Forms) Division was Vina Mancesa of Bago City (Women Solo and Doble Baston Category). Bronze medalist for the Labanana (Full Contact) Division was Ivy Mogello of bago City (Seniors Women).
Vina Mancesa was the only triple medalist for negros Occidental in the event which was attended by not less than 260 players from various parts of Western Visayas .
Hon. Mayor Ramon D. Torres, ever since he took office, had whole heartedly organized, supported, nurtured, and sustained Bago City’s quest to dominate the Arnis scene as it had in the Boxing arena in the past. The honorable mayor had sponsored a number of Arnis tournaments which were held in Bago City and as well as sent its players to local and regional level as well as DepEd tournaments. The Bago City Arnis Team expresses its graditude to their mayor.
Meanwhile, the Bacolod Arnis Team was self-financed by its players who had to look for private sponsors to bring honor to the City of Smiles .
Mayor Fuentes Arnis Cup 2009 Slated By: James U. Sy Jr.
The Mayor Gene T. Fuentes Arnis Cup 2009 Regional Arnis Tournament will be presented by the Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Aklan Chapter and the Black Scorpion Arnis Club with the full support of the Local Government of Tangalan under its Mayor Hon. Gene T. Fuentes and Municipal Sports Coordinator Sannen J. Tajaran this coming July 25-26, 2009 at the Tangalan Sports and Cultural Center, Poblacion, Tangalan, Province of Aklan, Island of Panay.
Various school-based and club-based Arnis teams from the 6 provinces of Western Visayas (Region 6) - Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo , and Negros Occidental - are expected to see action in this competition.
Arnis Philippines (ArPi) Aklan Commissioner Alejandro P. Arca Jr. had sent out invitations to the various school heads for them to have a longer preparation. The invitation for Arnis Philippines (ArPi)- Bacolod /Negros Occidental Chapter under the leadership of Atty. Col. Grandmaster Marcelo C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., was coursed through Secretary General/Acting Commissioner Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” L. Cardinal and was disseminated to chapter member organizations last June 14, 2009 at the Sea breeze Hotel, San Juan St., Bacolod City during the group’s monthly meeting
As of press time, Bago City under its Mayor, Hon. Ramon D. Torres had expressed their intention to send their best players to the said event. Ever since Mayor Torres took office he had supported, nurtured, and sustained the city’s quest to dominate the Arnis scene as it had in the Boxing arena in the past. The honorable mayor had sponsored a number of Arnis tournaments which were held in Bago City and as well as sending players to regional level tournaments such as the Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Regional Arnis Cup 2009 held last May 29, 2009 at the Robinson’s Place, Iloilo City, Panay.
The KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA) of GM Cardinal also hopes to represent Bacolod City if its members can find a sponsor for its players.
Various school-based and club-based Arnis teams from the 6 provinces of Western Visayas (Region 6) - Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo , and Negros Occidental - are expected to see action in this competition.
Arnis Philippines (ArPi) Aklan Commissioner Alejandro P. Arca Jr. had sent out invitations to the various school heads for them to have a longer preparation. The invitation for Arnis Philippines (ArPi)- Bacolod /Negros Occidental Chapter under the leadership of Atty. Col. Grandmaster Marcelo C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., was coursed through Secretary General/Acting Commissioner Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” L. Cardinal and was disseminated to chapter member organizations last June 14, 2009 at the Sea breeze Hotel, San Juan St., Bacolod City during the group’s monthly meeting
As of press time, Bago City under its Mayor, Hon. Ramon D. Torres had expressed their intention to send their best players to the said event. Ever since Mayor Torres took office he had supported, nurtured, and sustained the city’s quest to dominate the Arnis scene as it had in the Boxing arena in the past. The honorable mayor had sponsored a number of Arnis tournaments which were held in Bago City and as well as sending players to regional level tournaments such as the Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Regional Arnis Cup 2009 held last May 29, 2009 at the Robinson’s Place, Iloilo City, Panay.
The KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA) of GM Cardinal also hopes to represent Bacolod City if its members can find a sponsor for its players.
Luna SK Arnis Tilt Held By: James U. Sy Jr.
The 2009 Tanod Night and the SK Youth Arnis Anyo Tournament Championships were jointly presented by the Brgy. Luna (Lapaz District) Council and the Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) under Founder/Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole last June 14, 2009 at the Brgy. Luna, Lapaz District, Iloilo City , Panay .
The Arnis anyo competition, whch uses PDA rules, was topped by the lone District of Iloilo with the districts of Lapaz and Molo at 2nd and 3rd places respectively.
GREEN BELT DIVISION. 12 Years Old Below Solo Bastion: Christian James Torre, Crystal Jhon Torre, and Roland Lacorita (gold medalists), Louella Agnes Eribal, Jezzyl Poblacion, Rojie Francisco, and Rolenz Lacorita (silver medalists), and Linmar Poblacion, Japhet Poblacion, Chyna Formacion, Jhon Lord Villaruel (bronze medalists).
BROWN BELT DIVISION. Solo Bastion: Analyn Estrilles (gold), Jenelyn Delfin (silver), and Rolin Laxa (bronze). Doble Bastion: Mary Cathlene Dayon, Jenelyn Delfin, and G. Lacorita (gold medalists), Herman Clarito and Analyn Estrilles (silver medalists), and Rolin Laxa (bronze).
The Philippine Dynamic Arnis (PDA) was founded by Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole in 1980 in Lapaz, Iloilo City as a sister club of his Philippine Si-Su-Do Philippine (PSSA). PDA affiliated with the Lightning Scientific Arnis International (LSAI)-Capiz Chapter of Grandmaster Carlito A. Ondillo on December 31, 2001 and is now known as Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA). GM Galvarole was awarded his 7th Degree Red and White Belt in LSAI by GM Ondillo and was appointed as LSAI Organizer and Lecturer for Iloilo City and Province and Region 6. LSAI-PDA is a recognized member of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
The Arnis anyo competition, whch uses PDA rules, was topped by the lone District of Iloilo with the districts of Lapaz and Molo at 2nd and 3rd places respectively.
GREEN BELT DIVISION. 12 Years Old Below Solo Bastion: Christian James Torre, Crystal Jhon Torre, and Roland Lacorita (gold medalists), Louella Agnes Eribal, Jezzyl Poblacion, Rojie Francisco, and Rolenz Lacorita (silver medalists), and Linmar Poblacion, Japhet Poblacion, Chyna Formacion, Jhon Lord Villaruel (bronze medalists).
BROWN BELT DIVISION. Solo Bastion: Analyn Estrilles (gold), Jenelyn Delfin (silver), and Rolin Laxa (bronze). Doble Bastion: Mary Cathlene Dayon, Jenelyn Delfin, and G. Lacorita (gold medalists), Herman Clarito and Analyn Estrilles (silver medalists), and Rolin Laxa (bronze).
The Philippine Dynamic Arnis (PDA) was founded by Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole in 1980 in Lapaz, Iloilo City as a sister club of his Philippine Si-Su-Do Philippine (PSSA). PDA affiliated with the Lightning Scientific Arnis International (LSAI)-Capiz Chapter of Grandmaster Carlito A. Ondillo on December 31, 2001 and is now known as Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA). GM Galvarole was awarded his 7th Degree Red and White Belt in LSAI by GM Ondillo and was appointed as LSAI Organizer and Lecturer for Iloilo City and Province and Region 6. LSAI-PDA is a recognized member of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
LSAI-PDA Shine in Mayor Treñas Reg’l Arnis By: James U. Sy Jr.
Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) under Founder/Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole shone during the Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Regional Arnis Cup 2009 Regional Arnis Tournament held by the Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Iloilo City Chapter under Commissioner Bonnie A. Celendro with the full support of the Iloilo City Government under Hon. Mayor Jerry P. Treñas last May 29, 2009 at the Robinson’s Place, Iloilo City , Panay .
Capturing the gold in the Labanan (Full Contact) Division, Batang Pinoy Event (12 years old and below) were Joshua Delfin (11-12 years old), Christian James Torre (9-10 years old), G. Lacorita (9-10 years old), Rholenz Lacorita (6-8 years old), Dhondy Reyes (9-10 years old), and Crystal Torre (9-10 years old). LSAI-PDA took the 3rd place for the Batang Pinoy event.
Gold medalists for the Labanan (Full Contact) Division, Seniors Men category were Gian Karlo Demaisip (66 kg. and up), Christopher Dimalawan (55-60 kg.), Andres Limbo (60-65 kg.), and Eugene Sonusta (51 kg. and below). LSAI-PDA took the 3rd place for the Team category.
Winning two titles in the Anyo (Forms) Division, Individual event was Jessica Colmenares (senior women’s solo baston and doble baston) while Mary Cathlene Dayon got the bronze (Batang Pinoy girls double baston).
Head Coach for Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) is Founder/Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole with Masters Rogel Tanjuangco and Jessica Colmenares as Assistant Coaches.
The Philippine Dynamic Arnis (PDA) was founded by Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole in 1980 in Lapaz, Iloilo City as a sister club of his Philippine Si-Su-Do Philippine (PSSA). PDA affiliated with the Lightning Scientific Arnis International (LSAI)-Capiz Chapter of Grandmaster Carlito A. Ondillo on December 31, 2001 and is now known as Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA). GM Galvarole was awarded his 7th Degree Red and White Belt in LSAI by GM Ondillo and was appointed as LSAI Organizer and Lecturer for Iloilo City and Province and Region 6. LSAI-PDA is a recognized member of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
Capturing the gold in the Labanan (Full Contact) Division, Batang Pinoy Event (12 years old and below) were Joshua Delfin (11-12 years old), Christian James Torre (9-10 years old), G. Lacorita (9-10 years old), Rholenz Lacorita (6-8 years old), Dhondy Reyes (9-10 years old), and Crystal Torre (9-10 years old). LSAI-PDA took the 3rd place for the Batang Pinoy event.
Gold medalists for the Labanan (Full Contact) Division, Seniors Men category were Gian Karlo Demaisip (66 kg. and up), Christopher Dimalawan (55-60 kg.), Andres Limbo (60-65 kg.), and Eugene Sonusta (51 kg. and below). LSAI-PDA took the 3rd place for the Team category.
Winning two titles in the Anyo (Forms) Division, Individual event was Jessica Colmenares (senior women’s solo baston and doble baston) while Mary Cathlene Dayon got the bronze (Batang Pinoy girls double baston).
Head Coach for Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) is Founder/Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole with Masters Rogel Tanjuangco and Jessica Colmenares as Assistant Coaches.
The Philippine Dynamic Arnis (PDA) was founded by Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole in 1980 in Lapaz, Iloilo City as a sister club of his Philippine Si-Su-Do Philippine (PSSA). PDA affiliated with the Lightning Scientific Arnis International (LSAI)-Capiz Chapter of Grandmaster Carlito A. Ondillo on December 31, 2001 and is now known as Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA). GM Galvarole was awarded his 7th Degree Red and White Belt in LSAI by GM Ondillo and was appointed as LSAI Organizer and Lecturer for Iloilo City and Province and Region 6. LSAI-PDA is a recognized member of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
Arnis Phils. Officiating Seminar Held By: James U. Sy Jr.
The Arnis Philippines (ArPi)- Bacolod /Negros Occidental Chapter successfully held the Arnis Philippines Sports Arnis Rules and Regulations Officiating Seminar Workshop last May 10 and 17, 2009 at the Universal Health Caregiver Training Center , #83A Cor. Rosario-Locsin Sts., Bacolod City .
Lecturer and Seminar Facilitator was Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” L. Cardinal, Secretary General/Acting Commissioner of Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Bacolod/Negros Occidental Chapter and Founder/Grandmaster of the KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA).and Traditional Shotokan Karate Arts (TSKA).
The workshop was held under the leadership of Atty. Col. Grandmaster Marcelo “Pope” C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., Commissioner/President of the Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Bacolod/Negros Occidental Chapter and Founder/President of the Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF).
The seminar, attended by not less than 21 arnisadors from 7 member organizations, consisted of orientation and lecture on Arnis Philippines (ArPi) Sport Arnis rules and regulations, commands and hand signals, and actual hands-on officiating.
T hose who attended in the first day were Alsun S. Ahunin of Tribu Hangaway/Tapondo International Federation Inc., Gener V. Arnaiz of Golden Kamagong Arnis Kali Eskrima Association (GKAKEA)-Sagay Chapter, Master Elizalde O. Aspan of KAA, Catalino Bauya Jr. of GKAKEA-Sagay Chapter, Master Guilberto C. Dajao of KAA, Master Stephen Francis A. Diaz of Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF), Master Roy R. Flores Sr. of Tribu Hangaway and Tapondo International Federation Inc., Founder/Chairman Abraham G. Ganzon Jr. of Universal Defensive Tactics Academy (UDTA), Founder/Grandmaster Felix A. Guinabo of the Guinabo Arnis and combat Sports (GACS), Julna D. Jabat of Bago City’s Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA), Founder/Grandmaster Jose “Joe” B. Mancesa of Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA), Vina Mancesa of NUFAA, Founder/Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo of Philippine Integrated Martial Arts Academy-Filipino Tang Soo Do Association (PIMAA-FTSDA), Jether A. Palma of UDTA, Joeffrey G. Poloy of GKAKEA-Sagay Chapter, Manuel E. Ruelo of GKAKEA-Sagay Chapter, Realou de los Santos of NUFAA, Founder/Master James U. Sy Jr. of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc., Jussel J. Torres of TH/TIFI, Kris Uy of UDTA, and Raffy Yanong of NUFAA.
The seminar workshop was held in preparation for planned activities and tournaments by the group in the local scene. A competition utilizing Arnis Philippines was mulled for Bago City this May 2009 but had to be postponed to a later date for financial inadequacy.
GM Cardinal was one of only two grandmasters in Negros Occidental to have attended a seminar given by Arnis Philippines a few years back in Bacolod City . He is a highly experienced competitor, instructor, and tournament official since his competing days in Saudi Arabia where he was called “The Fighting Chief Instructor” and had also taught Caucasians and Asians in Hawaii . He is a certified instructor under Grandmaster Jonathan “Jon” Bais of the Tres Manos Bais System and is a recognized grandmaster by the Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF) as well as the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
Arnis Philippine, Inc.-Bacolod/Negros Chapter was revived and reorganized by 13 founding grandmasters and masters from Bacolod , Bago, and Talisay Cities on September 1, 2008 at the Apollo Chinese Restaurant, Cuadra St. , Bacolod City.
Arnis Philippine, Inc. (ARPI) was founded by Raymond S. Velayo and other men devoted to Arnis as the Philippine Arnis Federation on July 11, 1986 at the Sulu Restaurant, Quezon City , Metro Manila and formally recognized as Arnis Philippines Incorporated on August 20, 1986. Arnis Philippines was recognized by the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) on January 12, 1987 and became its 33rd member (Arnis Philippines, Inc. 1983-2006).
Arnis Philippines is the National Sport Association (NSA) for Sport Arnis and the sole governing body for the Filipino Martial Art (FMA) recognized by the Philippine Government, Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).
National Officers of Arnis Philippines are Raymond S. Velayo (President), Severillano Padiz (Vice President-Internal Affairs), Richardson C. Gialogo (Vice President-External Affairs), Aniano "Jon" Lota, Jr. (Secretary General), Dewey B. Sahagun (Treasurer), Elisa L. Granada (Auditor), and Medardo B. Quiambao (PRO).
Lecturer and Seminar Facilitator was Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” L. Cardinal, Secretary General/Acting Commissioner of Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Bacolod/Negros Occidental Chapter and Founder/Grandmaster of the KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA).and Traditional Shotokan Karate Arts (TSKA).
The workshop was held under the leadership of Atty. Col. Grandmaster Marcelo “Pope” C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., Commissioner/President of the Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Bacolod/Negros Occidental Chapter and Founder/President of the Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF).
The seminar, attended by not less than 21 arnisadors from 7 member organizations, consisted of orientation and lecture on Arnis Philippines (ArPi) Sport Arnis rules and regulations, commands and hand signals, and actual hands-on officiating.
T hose who attended in the first day were Alsun S. Ahunin of Tribu Hangaway/Tapondo International Federation Inc., Gener V. Arnaiz of Golden Kamagong Arnis Kali Eskrima Association (GKAKEA)-Sagay Chapter, Master Elizalde O. Aspan of KAA, Catalino Bauya Jr. of GKAKEA-Sagay Chapter, Master Guilberto C. Dajao of KAA, Master Stephen Francis A. Diaz of Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF), Master Roy R. Flores Sr. of Tribu Hangaway and Tapondo International Federation Inc., Founder/Chairman Abraham G. Ganzon Jr. of Universal Defensive Tactics Academy (UDTA), Founder/Grandmaster Felix A. Guinabo of the Guinabo Arnis and combat Sports (GACS), Julna D. Jabat of Bago City’s Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA), Founder/Grandmaster Jose “Joe” B. Mancesa of Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA), Vina Mancesa of NUFAA, Founder/Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo of Philippine Integrated Martial Arts Academy-Filipino Tang Soo Do Association (PIMAA-FTSDA), Jether A. Palma of UDTA, Joeffrey G. Poloy of GKAKEA-Sagay Chapter, Manuel E. Ruelo of GKAKEA-Sagay Chapter, Realou de los Santos of NUFAA, Founder/Master James U. Sy Jr. of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc., Jussel J. Torres of TH/TIFI, Kris Uy of UDTA, and Raffy Yanong of NUFAA.
The seminar workshop was held in preparation for planned activities and tournaments by the group in the local scene. A competition utilizing Arnis Philippines was mulled for Bago City this May 2009 but had to be postponed to a later date for financial inadequacy.
GM Cardinal was one of only two grandmasters in Negros Occidental to have attended a seminar given by Arnis Philippines a few years back in Bacolod City . He is a highly experienced competitor, instructor, and tournament official since his competing days in Saudi Arabia where he was called “The Fighting Chief Instructor” and had also taught Caucasians and Asians in Hawaii . He is a certified instructor under Grandmaster Jonathan “Jon” Bais of the Tres Manos Bais System and is a recognized grandmaster by the Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF) as well as the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
Arnis Philippine, Inc.-Bacolod/Negros Chapter was revived and reorganized by 13 founding grandmasters and masters from Bacolod , Bago, and Talisay Cities on September 1, 2008 at the Apollo Chinese Restaurant, Cuadra St. , Bacolod City.
Arnis Philippine, Inc. (ARPI) was founded by Raymond S. Velayo and other men devoted to Arnis as the Philippine Arnis Federation on July 11, 1986 at the Sulu Restaurant, Quezon City , Metro Manila and formally recognized as Arnis Philippines Incorporated on August 20, 1986. Arnis Philippines was recognized by the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) on January 12, 1987 and became its 33rd member (Arnis Philippines, Inc. 1983-2006).
Arnis Philippines is the National Sport Association (NSA) for Sport Arnis and the sole governing body for the Filipino Martial Art (FMA) recognized by the Philippine Government, Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).
National Officers of Arnis Philippines are Raymond S. Velayo (President), Severillano Padiz (Vice President-Internal Affairs), Richardson C. Gialogo (Vice President-External Affairs), Aniano "Jon" Lota, Jr. (Secretary General), Dewey B. Sahagun (Treasurer), Elisa L. Granada (Auditor), and Medardo B. Quiambao (PRO).
Mayor Treñas Reg’l Arnis Cup Huge Success By: James U. Sy Jr.
The Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Regional Arnis Cup 2009 Regional Arnis Tournament was successfully held by the Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Iloilo City Chapter under Commissioner Bonnie A. Celendro with the full support of the Iloilo City Government under Hon. Mayor Jerry P. Treñas last recently at the Robinson’s Place, Iloilo City, Panay.
About 260 players from Ajuy, Bacolod City, Bago City, Barotac Nuevo, Concepcion, Dumangas, Iloilo City, Passi City, Pavia, Pototan, Roxas City, and Sta. Barbara among others competed in the Batang Pinoy, Juniors Boys’ and Girls’, and Seniors Men’s and Women’s categories for Labanan (Full Contact) and individual events for solo and doble bastons and team competition for Anyo (Forms) Divisions.
Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Bacolod/Negros Occidental Chapter under the leadership of Commissioner Grandmaster Atty. Col. Marcelo C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., took home a 13-9-1 medal haul. The Negros Occidental contingent was represented by the Hon. Mayor Ramon D. Torres-sponsored Bago City Team/Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Jose “Joe” B. Mancesa and its President Eliseo Yanong Sr. and the Bacolod Team/KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” Cardinal.
FULL CONTACT - Batang Pinoy: Gold medalists were BG Abadia of Pototan Bastonero, Angelo Joshua Abian of Concepcion, Lance Adriel of Roxas City, Xyrile John Alcaria of Pototan, Paulo Allado of Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Arnis Team (MJPTAT), Joshua Amar of MJPTAT, Noreen Amar of MJPTAT, Marc Efraem Anahan of Roxas City, Adrian M. Arca of Black Scorpion Arnis (Aklan), Fedrik Lance Bonitillo of Pototan, Phil James Cagasan of CASASAI (ISC), Jesk Marie Sunz Caluste of MJPTAT, Paul Allister Carmelo of Pototan, Jerelyn Caseres of MJPTAT, Jules Albert Castro of Pototan, Janter Catunaw of CASASAI Dumangas, Kenneth Celendro of MJPTAT, Jared Winstone Celoso of Pavia Bastonero, Winstone John Celoso of Pavia Bastonero, Oscar Dalmacio of CASASAI (ISC), Leowind Dass of Pototan, Joshua Delfin of Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) (11-12 years old), Khristine Mae Divicaiz of Pototan, Crystal John Jarsiolen of Lapaz District,
Rhea Joy Guinez of Concepcion Arnis Team (CAT), Ma. Denise Hilario of Pavia, James Darel Hilay of Arevalo District, Dumar Jamandre of Arevalo District, Benze Gabriel Janoto of Pavia, Rutchebelle Javier of Pavia, John Angelo Jolor of Pavia, Bryan Laala of CASASAI, G. Lacorita of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Rholenz Lacorita of LSAI-PDA (6-8 years old), Ralf Kindle John de Leon of IMAFP Iloilo, Lin Easter Manahan of Roxas City, John Emmanuel Namud of Concepcion, Relen Faith Navaro of Traditional Philippine Arnis (TPA), Kurt Nietes of Arevalo District, Jason Osabel of MJPTAT, John Kenneth Paranga of CASASAI Barotac Nuevo, Kenneth Paranga of CASASAI Barotac Nuevo, Wenna Dale Pasquin of Roxas City, Leobert Patos of Pototan, Earl Pinas of MJPTAT, Ivan Pinas of MJPTAT, Charles Vincent Presente of PAT, Ferbie Ann Ramos of MJPTAT, Justine Regala of Filamer Arnis Team (Roxas City), Dhondy Reyes of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Charles Rivera of MJPTAT, Elen Mae Sabalusa, Jereco Santiago of Pavia, John Kevin Sapio of Arevalo District, Christine Joy Saquilon of CAT, John Carl Seguiter of CASASAI (ISC), Christofer Tala of WVCST CASASAI, Eira Mae Tanaliga of MJPTAT, Evron Rey Tibajares of Arevalo District, Christian James Torre of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Crystal Torre of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Cyril John Torre of Lapaz Arnis Team, and Ivan Tropico of MJPTAT.
Gold medalists for the Labanan (Full Contact) Division, Seniors Men category were
Gian Karlo Demaisip (66 kg. and up), Christopher Dimalawan (55-60 kg.), Andres Limbo (60-65 kg.), and Eugene Sonusta (51 kg. and below). LSAI-PDA took the 3rd place for the Team category.
Winning two titles in the Anyo (Forms) Division, Individual event was Jessica Colmenares (senior women’s solo baston and doble baston) while Mary Cathlene Dayon got the bronze (Batang Pinoy girls double baston).
Participating teams were Black Scorpion Arnis (Aklan) under Aklan Commissioner Alejandro P. Arca Jr., CASASAI under Master Lino Baldevarona, Concepcion Arnis Team (CAT), Filamer Arnis Team (Roxas City) under Master Marco Manahan, International Modern Arnis Federation, Philippines (IMAFP)-Iloilo under Master de Leon, Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) under Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole, Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Arnis Team (MJPTAT)/Dinagyang Bastonero of Iloilo Commissioner Bonnie Celendro, Pavia Bastonero under Master Arthuro Guarnes, Philippine Tiger Martial Arts under Master Erwin Pamplona, Pototan Bastonero under Master Nathaniel Tanjay, Roxas City, and Traditional Philippine Arnis (TPA).
About 260 players from Ajuy, Bacolod City, Bago City, Barotac Nuevo, Concepcion, Dumangas, Iloilo City, Passi City, Pavia, Pototan, Roxas City, and Sta. Barbara among others competed in the Batang Pinoy, Juniors Boys’ and Girls’, and Seniors Men’s and Women’s categories for Labanan (Full Contact) and individual events for solo and doble bastons and team competition for Anyo (Forms) Divisions.
Arnis Philippines (ArPi)-Bacolod/Negros Occidental Chapter under the leadership of Commissioner Grandmaster Atty. Col. Marcelo C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., took home a 13-9-1 medal haul. The Negros Occidental contingent was represented by the Hon. Mayor Ramon D. Torres-sponsored Bago City Team/Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Jose “Joe” B. Mancesa and its President Eliseo Yanong Sr. and the Bacolod Team/KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Danilo “Danny” Cardinal.
FULL CONTACT - Batang Pinoy: Gold medalists were BG Abadia of Pototan Bastonero, Angelo Joshua Abian of Concepcion, Lance Adriel of Roxas City, Xyrile John Alcaria of Pototan, Paulo Allado of Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Arnis Team (MJPTAT), Joshua Amar of MJPTAT, Noreen Amar of MJPTAT, Marc Efraem Anahan of Roxas City, Adrian M. Arca of Black Scorpion Arnis (Aklan), Fedrik Lance Bonitillo of Pototan, Phil James Cagasan of CASASAI (ISC), Jesk Marie Sunz Caluste of MJPTAT, Paul Allister Carmelo of Pototan, Jerelyn Caseres of MJPTAT, Jules Albert Castro of Pototan, Janter Catunaw of CASASAI Dumangas, Kenneth Celendro of MJPTAT, Jared Winstone Celoso of Pavia Bastonero, Winstone John Celoso of Pavia Bastonero, Oscar Dalmacio of CASASAI (ISC), Leowind Dass of Pototan, Joshua Delfin of Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) (11-12 years old), Khristine Mae Divicaiz of Pototan, Crystal John Jarsiolen of Lapaz District,
Rhea Joy Guinez of Concepcion Arnis Team (CAT), Ma. Denise Hilario of Pavia, James Darel Hilay of Arevalo District, Dumar Jamandre of Arevalo District, Benze Gabriel Janoto of Pavia, Rutchebelle Javier of Pavia, John Angelo Jolor of Pavia, Bryan Laala of CASASAI, G. Lacorita of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Rholenz Lacorita of LSAI-PDA (6-8 years old), Ralf Kindle John de Leon of IMAFP Iloilo, Lin Easter Manahan of Roxas City, John Emmanuel Namud of Concepcion, Relen Faith Navaro of Traditional Philippine Arnis (TPA), Kurt Nietes of Arevalo District, Jason Osabel of MJPTAT, John Kenneth Paranga of CASASAI Barotac Nuevo, Kenneth Paranga of CASASAI Barotac Nuevo, Wenna Dale Pasquin of Roxas City, Leobert Patos of Pototan, Earl Pinas of MJPTAT, Ivan Pinas of MJPTAT, Charles Vincent Presente of PAT, Ferbie Ann Ramos of MJPTAT, Justine Regala of Filamer Arnis Team (Roxas City), Dhondy Reyes of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Charles Rivera of MJPTAT, Elen Mae Sabalusa, Jereco Santiago of Pavia, John Kevin Sapio of Arevalo District, Christine Joy Saquilon of CAT, John Carl Seguiter of CASASAI (ISC), Christofer Tala of WVCST CASASAI, Eira Mae Tanaliga of MJPTAT, Evron Rey Tibajares of Arevalo District, Christian James Torre of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Crystal Torre of LSAI-PDA (9-10 years old), Cyril John Torre of Lapaz Arnis Team, and Ivan Tropico of MJPTAT.
Gold medalists for the Labanan (Full Contact) Division, Seniors Men category were
Gian Karlo Demaisip (66 kg. and up), Christopher Dimalawan (55-60 kg.), Andres Limbo (60-65 kg.), and Eugene Sonusta (51 kg. and below). LSAI-PDA took the 3rd place for the Team category.
Winning two titles in the Anyo (Forms) Division, Individual event was Jessica Colmenares (senior women’s solo baston and doble baston) while Mary Cathlene Dayon got the bronze (Batang Pinoy girls double baston).
Participating teams were Black Scorpion Arnis (Aklan) under Aklan Commissioner Alejandro P. Arca Jr., CASASAI under Master Lino Baldevarona, Concepcion Arnis Team (CAT), Filamer Arnis Team (Roxas City) under Master Marco Manahan, International Modern Arnis Federation, Philippines (IMAFP)-Iloilo under Master de Leon, Lightning Scientific Arnis International-Philippine Dynamic Arnis (LSAI-PDA) under Grandmaster Rogelio H. Galvarole, Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Arnis Team (MJPTAT)/Dinagyang Bastonero of Iloilo Commissioner Bonnie Celendro, Pavia Bastonero under Master Arthuro Guarnes, Philippine Tiger Martial Arts under Master Erwin Pamplona, Pototan Bastonero under Master Nathaniel Tanjay, Roxas City, and Traditional Philippine Arnis (TPA).
Friday, June 19, 2009
Fa Tzang Temple Summer M.A. Training Concluded By: James U. Sy Jr.
The Fa Tzang Buddhist Temple recently concluded its Summer Martial Arts Training Workshop for more than 30 children, aged 4 to 12, in its premises at Narra Ext., Bacolod City .
The graduation rites were held with a simple program. A demonstration was given by those who joined the course. Officials, parents, and visitors were present to give support to the children.
The workshop was sponsored by the Negros Occidental Buddhist Association under the leadership of its President Mr. Mining Tan and materialized through the efforts of Ms. Ruby Cua, In-charge for the association’s community service/charity projects.
The Negros Occidental Buddhist Association established the Fa Tzang Buddhist Temple way back in 1971. Cua had commissioned Master Roy R. Flores Sr., Founder of Tribu Hangaway and Negros Island Chief Instructor for Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI), to teach the children the fundamentals of the Martial Arts. The goal was for the children to develop their character in terms of respect, discipline, patience, and confidence through the medium of the Martial Arts. Children 4-6 years old are taught the rudiments of Kickboxing while the 7-12 years old group is learning Tapondo, the Filipino art of throwing and locking. The participants are students from different schools in Bacolod among them the city’s three Chinese schools Bacolod Tay Tung High School, St. John’s Institute (Hua Ming), and Trinity Christian School (Sam It), University of St. La Salle , etc.
The training workshop started last April 17, 2009 and was conducted every MWF 9:15-11 A.M.
Tribu Hangaway and Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)- Negros are proud members of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
The graduation rites were held with a simple program. A demonstration was given by those who joined the course. Officials, parents, and visitors were present to give support to the children.
The workshop was sponsored by the Negros Occidental Buddhist Association under the leadership of its President Mr. Mining Tan and materialized through the efforts of Ms. Ruby Cua, In-charge for the association’s community service/charity projects.
The Negros Occidental Buddhist Association established the Fa Tzang Buddhist Temple way back in 1971. Cua had commissioned Master Roy R. Flores Sr., Founder of Tribu Hangaway and Negros Island Chief Instructor for Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI), to teach the children the fundamentals of the Martial Arts. The goal was for the children to develop their character in terms of respect, discipline, patience, and confidence through the medium of the Martial Arts. Children 4-6 years old are taught the rudiments of Kickboxing while the 7-12 years old group is learning Tapondo, the Filipino art of throwing and locking. The participants are students from different schools in Bacolod among them the city’s three Chinese schools Bacolod Tay Tung High School, St. John’s Institute (Hua Ming), and Trinity Christian School (Sam It), University of St. La Salle , etc.
The training workshop started last April 17, 2009 and was conducted every MWF 9:15-11 A.M.
Tribu Hangaway and Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)- Negros are proud members of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
Escalante Fire Fighting and Self Defense Seminar Held By: James U. Sy Jr.
The Brgy. Tanod Philippine Fire Fighting and Self Defense Training Seminar was successfully held by the Escalante City LGU recently at the Brgy. Hall, Brgy. Old Poblacion, Escalante City , Negros Occidental.
The event message was rendered by Mr. Jo. O. Olosorio of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and was attended by not less than 40 Barangay Public Safety Officers (BPSO) or brgy. tanods.
The lecture and actual fire fighting training was conducted by SFO1 Francisco Castañeda Jr. of the Bureau of Fire fighting. Meanwhile, the lecture and actual self defense training was conducted by Master Ricardo B. Filipinas, 6th Degree Black Belt.
Master Filipinas presented an eclectic blend of Karate and Arnis to accommodate for the limited allotted time. He focused on the basic strikes of the stick and very simple striking and disarming techniques which the tanods can use to subdue an armed suspect.
Master Filipinas is certified to teach in several arts including Shotokan, Goju-ryu, Sikaran-Arnis, and is a member of the Council of Elders of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
The event message was rendered by Mr. Jo. O. Olosorio of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and was attended by not less than 40 Barangay Public Safety Officers (BPSO) or brgy. tanods.
The lecture and actual fire fighting training was conducted by SFO1 Francisco Castañeda Jr. of the Bureau of Fire fighting. Meanwhile, the lecture and actual self defense training was conducted by Master Ricardo B. Filipinas, 6th Degree Black Belt.
Master Filipinas presented an eclectic blend of Karate and Arnis to accommodate for the limited allotted time. He focused on the basic strikes of the stick and very simple striking and disarming techniques which the tanods can use to subdue an armed suspect.
Master Filipinas is certified to teach in several arts including Shotokan, Goju-ryu, Sikaran-Arnis, and is a member of the Council of Elders of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS).
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Tribe W.A.R. IV Huge Success By: James U. Sy Jr.
The Tribe W.A.R. (Warrior’s Art Rumble) IV was successfully held by the Tribu Hangaway (TH) of Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr., 6th Degree Black Belt Tapondo, in cooperation with Aksyon Radyo-Bacolod under its Station Manager JJ Deocampo and the Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Bacolod) and under the sanction of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) led by its President Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo, 8th Degree Black Belt Filipino Tang Soo Do, last June 6, 2009 at the Negros Occidental Multi-Purpose Activity Center, Bacolod City.
30 fighters from Bacolod, San Carlos, Talisay, and Victorias Cities competed in a total of 15 bouts - 6 for Grappling (Tribe WAR rules) and 9 for Muay Thai (Muay Association of the Philippines rules).
MUAY THAI. Roy C. Flores Jr. of Tribu Hangaway (TH) over Roger Valenzuela. Joery “Jun-Jun” Amante Jr. of Black Falcon Martial Arts Association-Main (BFMAA-Main) vs Marc Nasinos. Ferdinand Garcia of Bassdumas Combat Sports Talisay (BCS) over Joshua Patoc of TH. Obrienne Vidal of TH over Jimboy Mayang of BFMAA-Main. Anjie Manzano of Pabalinas MMA Victorias (PMMA) over Elmer Tortogo of TH. Randy de Asis of PMMA over John Nillos of TH. Warren over Jerry Indino. Romnick Malan of BCS over Joselito Bianan of BFMAA-Main. Nilrax de Cafe of PMMA over Rosendo Trayco III of BFMAA-Main.
GRAPPLING. Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod Team of Coach Jek-Jek Ferrer was champion winning 4 of 6 bouts fought, followed by Affinity Bacolod of Coach Chester Laquian and host Tribu Hangaway of Master Roy R. Flores.
Mark Poronce of SSP-Bacolod Team over Lyle Perje of TH. Vidal Londres of SSP-BT over Jasper Vidal of TH. Jon Julio of Affinity Bacolod over Edmund Acosido of TH. Charles de l Castillo of Affinity Bacolod over Richard Dulaca of TH. Joey Su of SSP-BT over Jotham Pediongco of TH. Miguel Mosquera of of SSP-BT over Oliver Tortocion of TH.
DEMONSTRATING ORGANIZATIONS. Musubi Ki Aikido Association of Dr. Leonio “Nilo” del Carmen, Pangamut International, Siete Pares of Founder Remir Decripito, and Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Bacolod) of Chief Instructor Roy R. Flores.
Officials were Founder/Chief Instructor Maxwell “Big max” J. Maun of Bacolod Aikido Enthusiasts (BAE), Chief Instructor Ronilo “Nonoy” magbanua of Supreme Modern Combat (SMC), and Coach Chester Laquian of Affinity Bacolod (Referees), Adrian Gillana of Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod Team and Russell Mohametano Sensei of Mussubi Ki Aikido Association (Judges), and Dr. Leonio “Nilo” del Carmen and Dr. Leonard Baraquia of Musubi Ki Aikido Association (Physicians).
Sponsors were Negros Occidental Isidro P. zayco, Bacolod Lone District Cong. Monico O. Puentebella, Bacolod City Councilor Jocelle Batapa-Sigue, Aksyon Radyo-Bacolod under its Station Manager JJ Deocampo, Color Ads, Negros Daily Bulletin of Chairman Ruperto Toga and Editor Arman G. Toga, Aldritz, Bantug Benites Foundation, Nature’s Spring, Coca Cola Bottlers Philippines, San Miguel Corporation, and Negros X-Plorer Bikers Association.
Tribu Hangaway (TH) is a sister organization of Tapondo International Federation Inc.-Bacolod/Negros (TIFI-Bacolod/Negros) founded by Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr. as the Warriors Club in 2003 in Bacolod City where he taught arts other than Tapondo. Arts taught in TH include Wushu Sanshou, Kickboxing, Grappling, and Hangaway Arnis.
30 fighters from Bacolod, San Carlos, Talisay, and Victorias Cities competed in a total of 15 bouts - 6 for Grappling (Tribe WAR rules) and 9 for Muay Thai (Muay Association of the Philippines rules).
MUAY THAI. Roy C. Flores Jr. of Tribu Hangaway (TH) over Roger Valenzuela. Joery “Jun-Jun” Amante Jr. of Black Falcon Martial Arts Association-Main (BFMAA-Main) vs Marc Nasinos. Ferdinand Garcia of Bassdumas Combat Sports Talisay (BCS) over Joshua Patoc of TH. Obrienne Vidal of TH over Jimboy Mayang of BFMAA-Main. Anjie Manzano of Pabalinas MMA Victorias (PMMA) over Elmer Tortogo of TH. Randy de Asis of PMMA over John Nillos of TH. Warren over Jerry Indino. Romnick Malan of BCS over Joselito Bianan of BFMAA-Main. Nilrax de Cafe of PMMA over Rosendo Trayco III of BFMAA-Main.
GRAPPLING. Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod Team of Coach Jek-Jek Ferrer was champion winning 4 of 6 bouts fought, followed by Affinity Bacolod of Coach Chester Laquian and host Tribu Hangaway of Master Roy R. Flores.
Mark Poronce of SSP-Bacolod Team over Lyle Perje of TH. Vidal Londres of SSP-BT over Jasper Vidal of TH. Jon Julio of Affinity Bacolod over Edmund Acosido of TH. Charles de l Castillo of Affinity Bacolod over Richard Dulaca of TH. Joey Su of SSP-BT over Jotham Pediongco of TH. Miguel Mosquera of of SSP-BT over Oliver Tortocion of TH.
DEMONSTRATING ORGANIZATIONS. Musubi Ki Aikido Association of Dr. Leonio “Nilo” del Carmen, Pangamut International, Siete Pares of Founder Remir Decripito, and Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Bacolod) of Chief Instructor Roy R. Flores.
Officials were Founder/Chief Instructor Maxwell “Big max” J. Maun of Bacolod Aikido Enthusiasts (BAE), Chief Instructor Ronilo “Nonoy” magbanua of Supreme Modern Combat (SMC), and Coach Chester Laquian of Affinity Bacolod (Referees), Adrian Gillana of Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod Team and Russell Mohametano Sensei of Mussubi Ki Aikido Association (Judges), and Dr. Leonio “Nilo” del Carmen and Dr. Leonard Baraquia of Musubi Ki Aikido Association (Physicians).
Sponsors were Negros Occidental Isidro P. zayco, Bacolod Lone District Cong. Monico O. Puentebella, Bacolod City Councilor Jocelle Batapa-Sigue, Aksyon Radyo-Bacolod under its Station Manager JJ Deocampo, Color Ads, Negros Daily Bulletin of Chairman Ruperto Toga and Editor Arman G. Toga, Aldritz, Bantug Benites Foundation, Nature’s Spring, Coca Cola Bottlers Philippines, San Miguel Corporation, and Negros X-Plorer Bikers Association.
Tribu Hangaway (TH) is a sister organization of Tapondo International Federation Inc.-Bacolod/Negros (TIFI-Bacolod/Negros) founded by Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr. as the Warriors Club in 2003 in Bacolod City where he taught arts other than Tapondo. Arts taught in TH include Wushu Sanshou, Kickboxing, Grappling, and Hangaway Arnis.
URCC Champ to Defend Crown VS Saipanese By: James U. Sy Jr.
Reigning Universal Reality Combat Championship (URCC) lightweight champion Edward "The Landslide" Folayang of Team Lakai (Baguio City, Philippines), 25, will be defending his crown against Giovanni Sablan of Trench Tech (Saipan) on July 18 in the main event of the Colt 45 URCC 14: Aggression.
Folayang, who is also a 23rd SEA Games Wushu Sanshou champion and the URCC XII Super Fight champion, holds a record of 4-0 while Sablan is 15-4 (Rodriguez 16 May 2009).
After the rise of FilAms Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC) sensations light heavyweight Brandon “The Truth” Vera and Philippe “Filipino Assassin” Nover, Folayang burst into the international Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) scene with a 52 seconds TKO of Marianas Elite Jerome Norita of Saipan (then 2-1), 20, in a non-title semi-main event at the Gorilla Warfare MMA “Battle Ready” held recently at the Royal Taga Hall of Saipan World Resort, Saipan. It was his international MMA debut (Blogtopia).
Fighters from the Guam, Mainland, NMI, the Philippines, and Pohnpei. Folayang was the only off-island winner in the event )Rodriguez 31 Mar. 2009).
With the win Folayang is coming nearer to his dream of competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the world’s largest MMA promotion owned and operated by the Las Vegas, Nevada-based Zuffa, LLC. If this pushes through he will be the first full-blooded Filipino to fight in the octagon. Talks had been made between the managements of UFC and URCC to have a local version of the tournament in the Philippines, starting with a visit by former UFC champion Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell last August 2008. Folayang intends to compete in the lightweight (154 lbs.) category (Osis).
REFERENCES
Blogtopia. “Pinoy Wins in Saipan MMA Event.” ABS-CBN News. 20 Apr 2009. 30 Apr 2009
Osis, R. “Folayang Eyes UFC Debut in 2009.” Sun Star Baguio. 6 Sep. 2008. 16 Jun 2009
Rodriguez, Nazario Jr. “Pinoy MMA Champ Victorious VS Saipan Bet.” GMANews.TV. 31 Mar. 2009. 16 Jun 2009
Rodriguez, Nazario Jr. “RP's Folayang Stakes URCC Lightweight Belt Against Saipan's Sablan.” GMANews.TV. 16 May 2009. 16 Jun 2009
Folayang, who is also a 23rd SEA Games Wushu Sanshou champion and the URCC XII Super Fight champion, holds a record of 4-0 while Sablan is 15-4 (Rodriguez 16 May 2009).
After the rise of FilAms Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC) sensations light heavyweight Brandon “The Truth” Vera and Philippe “Filipino Assassin” Nover, Folayang burst into the international Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) scene with a 52 seconds TKO of Marianas Elite Jerome Norita of Saipan (then 2-1), 20, in a non-title semi-main event at the Gorilla Warfare MMA “Battle Ready” held recently at the Royal Taga Hall of Saipan World Resort, Saipan. It was his international MMA debut (Blogtopia).
Fighters from the Guam, Mainland, NMI, the Philippines, and Pohnpei. Folayang was the only off-island winner in the event )Rodriguez 31 Mar. 2009).
With the win Folayang is coming nearer to his dream of competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the world’s largest MMA promotion owned and operated by the Las Vegas, Nevada-based Zuffa, LLC. If this pushes through he will be the first full-blooded Filipino to fight in the octagon. Talks had been made between the managements of UFC and URCC to have a local version of the tournament in the Philippines, starting with a visit by former UFC champion Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell last August 2008. Folayang intends to compete in the lightweight (154 lbs.) category (Osis).
REFERENCES
Blogtopia. “Pinoy Wins in Saipan MMA Event.” ABS-CBN News. 20 Apr 2009. 30 Apr 2009
Osis, R. “Folayang Eyes UFC Debut in 2009.” Sun Star Baguio. 6 Sep. 2008. 16 Jun 2009
Rodriguez, Nazario Jr. “Pinoy MMA Champ Victorious VS Saipan Bet.” GMANews.TV. 31 Mar. 2009. 16 Jun 2009
Rodriguez, Nazario Jr. “RP's Folayang Stakes URCC Lightweight Belt Against Saipan's Sablan.” GMANews.TV. 16 May 2009. 16 Jun 2009
Thursday, June 4, 2009
TRIBE WAR TO EXPLODE THIS SATURDAY By James U. Sy. Jr
Tribe W.A.R. (Warriors’ Art Rumble) IV is set to take center stage this coming June 6, 2009, 1:00-6:00 P,M., at the Negros Occidental Multi-Purpose Activity Center, Bacolod City.
The tri-format tournament will be presented by Tribu Hangaway of Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr., 6th Degree Black Belt, in cooperation with the Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Negros and under the sanction of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) led by its President Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo, 8th Degree Black Belt.
34 fighters from Bacolod, San Carlos, Talisay, and Victorias Cities will compete in a total of 17 bouts - 7 for Grappling (Tribe WAR rules), Muay Thai (Muay Association of the Philippines rules), and Amateur Western Boxing (Amateur Boxing Association of the Philippines rules).
Expected teams to compete in the Grappling division are host Tribu Hangaway, Affinity of Coach Chester Laquian, and Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod team of Coach Jek-Jek Ferrer. All three teams had proven their mettle in both the Grappling and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) arena with some of there members competing and/or taking wins in provincial, regional, or national level competitions.
For the Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) division, the following organizations are set to rumble - Black Falcon Martial Arts Association (BFMAA-Main) of Chief Instructor/Master Joery C. Amante, Bassdumas Combat Sports (Talisay City) of Founder/Chief Instructor Ian Negrido, Pabalinas MMA of Founder/Chief Instructor Nonoy Pabalinas (Victorias City), and Lee Gralto Self Defense Club (LGSDC) of Founder Lee Gralto (San Carlos City).
The Western Boxing Division will feature Kids’ matches pitting boys 9-11 years old from Bacolod and Talisay.
Kru (Master) Elmer “Don-Don” P. Montoyo, Muay Thai Instructor for Mega Boxing and 5th Degree Black belt in Filipino Tang Soo Do, has been invited for the event. A few years back, he was sponsored by the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) for a special instructors’ training under Muay Association of the Philippines (MAP) head kru Ike Xavier S. villaflores in Dumaguete City. Peter Yap Sifu and his tai Chi Circle of Bacolod 9TCCB) is also invited.
Among the other IFFMAS organization members expected to support the event are Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc. of Founders/Masters Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado and James U. Sy Jr. , Original Filipino Tapado Long Stick Fighting Association (OFTLSA), inc. of 1st generation Inheritor Grandmaster Benefredo “Bebing” Mamar Lobrido, Philippine Integrated Martial Arts Academy-Filipino Tang Soo Do Association (PIMAA-FTSDA) of Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo, and Universal defensive Tactics Academy (UDTA) of Founder/Chairman Abraham “Abe” Ganzon.
Interested parties may contact Master Flores at 0928-388-5530.
The tri-format tournament will be presented by Tribu Hangaway of Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr., 6th Degree Black Belt, in cooperation with the Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Negros and under the sanction of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) led by its President Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo, 8th Degree Black Belt.
34 fighters from Bacolod, San Carlos, Talisay, and Victorias Cities will compete in a total of 17 bouts - 7 for Grappling (Tribe WAR rules), Muay Thai (Muay Association of the Philippines rules), and Amateur Western Boxing (Amateur Boxing Association of the Philippines rules).
Expected teams to compete in the Grappling division are host Tribu Hangaway, Affinity of Coach Chester Laquian, and Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod team of Coach Jek-Jek Ferrer. All three teams had proven their mettle in both the Grappling and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) arena with some of there members competing and/or taking wins in provincial, regional, or national level competitions.
For the Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) division, the following organizations are set to rumble - Black Falcon Martial Arts Association (BFMAA-Main) of Chief Instructor/Master Joery C. Amante, Bassdumas Combat Sports (Talisay City) of Founder/Chief Instructor Ian Negrido, Pabalinas MMA of Founder/Chief Instructor Nonoy Pabalinas (Victorias City), and Lee Gralto Self Defense Club (LGSDC) of Founder Lee Gralto (San Carlos City).
The Western Boxing Division will feature Kids’ matches pitting boys 9-11 years old from Bacolod and Talisay.
Kru (Master) Elmer “Don-Don” P. Montoyo, Muay Thai Instructor for Mega Boxing and 5th Degree Black belt in Filipino Tang Soo Do, has been invited for the event. A few years back, he was sponsored by the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) for a special instructors’ training under Muay Association of the Philippines (MAP) head kru Ike Xavier S. villaflores in Dumaguete City. Peter Yap Sifu and his tai Chi Circle of Bacolod 9TCCB) is also invited.
Among the other IFFMAS organization members expected to support the event are Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc. of Founders/Masters Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado and James U. Sy Jr. , Original Filipino Tapado Long Stick Fighting Association (OFTLSA), inc. of 1st generation Inheritor Grandmaster Benefredo “Bebing” Mamar Lobrido, Philippine Integrated Martial Arts Academy-Filipino Tang Soo Do Association (PIMAA-FTSDA) of Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo, and Universal defensive Tactics Academy (UDTA) of Founder/Chairman Abraham “Abe” Ganzon.
Interested parties may contact Master Flores at 0928-388-5530.
PRK. BULAK BOXING TILT HELD By: James U. Sy Jr.
The 2009 Prk. Bulak Boxing Competition was successfully held by the Black Falcon Martial Arts Association (BFMAA-Main) headed by Chief Instructor/Master Joery C. Amante under the sanction of the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) led by its President Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo last May 17, 2009 at the Prk. Bulak Covered Court, Brgy. Mandalagan, Bacolod City.
A total of 11 bouts were fought by boxing enthusiasts from Black Falcon Martial Arts Association (BFMAA-Main),
Handumanan, JSY Boxing Team, Mandalagan Boxing Team, Prk. Bulak, Prk. Canaan, and Prk. Sambag.
PRELIMINARY UNDERCARDS. John Michael Zulueta of Prk. Bulak over Ardin Villahermosa of Prk. Bulak on points. Jade Esmalia of Prk. Bulak over Criston Sevilla of Prk. Bulak on points. Ezekel Cabaniog of Prk. Bulak over Ambok Albio of Prk. Bulak via 3rd round RSC. Joed Gatingao of Prk. Bulak over Mark Padasay of Prk. Bulak on points. Kaye Edemni over Jairus Cambilisa of Prk. Bulak on points. Donald Cajilo of Prk. Sambag over Vince Treyes of Handumanan via 1st round TKO.
SUPPORTING UNDERCARDS. Waren Alvaran of JSY Boxing Team over Vince Ford Requina of JSY Boxing Team on points. Gino Galvez of Mandalagan Boxing Team over Garry Panggarutan of JSY Boxing Team via 2nd round RSC. Stephen Joy Balateria of Prk Canaan and John Mark Amante of Mandalagan Boxing Team fought to a draw.
MAIN EVENTS. Danny Quinanola of JSY Boxing Team over Jomay Yucanan of Prk. Sambag via 1st round TKO. Joery “Jun-Jun” Amante Jr. of Mandalagan Boxing Team over Gerard Panggarutan of JSY Boxing Team via unanimous decision.
Major Sponsors were Founder/Master Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc., Janry Amante and Master Joery C. Amante of Black Falcon Martial Arts Association (BFMAA-Main), Dionisio Intig, Hon. Ricardo "Cano" Tan, and former Brgy. Capt. Baby Parreno.
Officials were Master Joery C. Amante (Referee), Kagawad Willy Luberisco of Prk. Bulak, Romulo Canete Jr. of Prk Magnolia, and Climaco Lumanog of Capitol Ext. (Judges), Analyn Amante of Prk. Bulak (Head Judge), Geraldine Calderon, Armando Guancia, Ma. Carmel Lentija, and Girlie Zulueta (Table Officials), SK President Janray Amante of Prk Bulak (Emcee), and Founders/Masters Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado and James U. Sy Jr. of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc. (Documentation).
A total of 11 bouts were fought by boxing enthusiasts from Black Falcon Martial Arts Association (BFMAA-Main),
Handumanan, JSY Boxing Team, Mandalagan Boxing Team, Prk. Bulak, Prk. Canaan, and Prk. Sambag.
PRELIMINARY UNDERCARDS. John Michael Zulueta of Prk. Bulak over Ardin Villahermosa of Prk. Bulak on points. Jade Esmalia of Prk. Bulak over Criston Sevilla of Prk. Bulak on points. Ezekel Cabaniog of Prk. Bulak over Ambok Albio of Prk. Bulak via 3rd round RSC. Joed Gatingao of Prk. Bulak over Mark Padasay of Prk. Bulak on points. Kaye Edemni over Jairus Cambilisa of Prk. Bulak on points. Donald Cajilo of Prk. Sambag over Vince Treyes of Handumanan via 1st round TKO.
SUPPORTING UNDERCARDS. Waren Alvaran of JSY Boxing Team over Vince Ford Requina of JSY Boxing Team on points. Gino Galvez of Mandalagan Boxing Team over Garry Panggarutan of JSY Boxing Team via 2nd round RSC. Stephen Joy Balateria of Prk Canaan and John Mark Amante of Mandalagan Boxing Team fought to a draw.
MAIN EVENTS. Danny Quinanola of JSY Boxing Team over Jomay Yucanan of Prk. Sambag via 1st round TKO. Joery “Jun-Jun” Amante Jr. of Mandalagan Boxing Team over Gerard Panggarutan of JSY Boxing Team via unanimous decision.
Major Sponsors were Founder/Master Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc., Janry Amante and Master Joery C. Amante of Black Falcon Martial Arts Association (BFMAA-Main), Dionisio Intig, Hon. Ricardo "Cano" Tan, and former Brgy. Capt. Baby Parreno.
Officials were Master Joery C. Amante (Referee), Kagawad Willy Luberisco of Prk. Bulak, Romulo Canete Jr. of Prk Magnolia, and Climaco Lumanog of Capitol Ext. (Judges), Analyn Amante of Prk. Bulak (Head Judge), Geraldine Calderon, Armando Guancia, Ma. Carmel Lentija, and Girlie Zulueta (Table Officials), SK President Janray Amante of Prk Bulak (Emcee), and Founders/Masters Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado and James U. Sy Jr. of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc. (Documentation).
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