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Grand Tuhon Leo T. Gaje, Jr.
In Depth of Pekiti Tirsia KaliThis essay provides a detailed discussion on the history of Kali and it effectiveness as a fighting art.
Filipino Ground Combat Fighting
Dumog is both a natural sport and combat ground fighting system commonly practiced by farmers in the rural regions of the Philippines. It developed from methods employed to control Caraboa. An individual skilled in this combat art is known as a Dumogeuro.Deadly Art of Dirty Tricks
The essay provides a history of Dumog and Pangamut including detailed information on training and conditioning methods. The end of the essay includes a section on Dumog terminology.The Art Of Malayu Sibat
Sibat is a word to describe the wooden spear made from bamboo or iron wood. It is used by the natives to hunt or fish and as an offensive weapon against attacking tribes. This essay by Tuhon Gaje traces the history and application of the sibat from Moluccas and the islands of southern Negros, to the jungles of Mindoro.Kali Philosophy as a Pekiti-Tirsia Doctrine
Essay describes the manner in which the Kali Philosophy influences and is a part of the Filipino culture both as "an institution of discipline and education" and as an "institution of self-preservation and survival".Pekiti-Tirsia Kali World Congress 1998
Essay honors the heroes and the Katipuneros of the Philippine Revolution of 1898 and recognizes their individual mastery skill using the indigenous art of Kali in defense of freedom and preservation of the true Filipino culture.
The Philosophy of the Filipino Kali Men
Essay provides an interesting lesson in the geography, history and philosophy of the Philippines. The discussion covers historical periods of pre-1521 and 1521 to present day with a focus on its relationship to the Filipino fighting spirit. The Kali men lived by the philosophy: "One must believe in life not death, One must believe in success not failure, One must believe in good health not sickness."Pekiti-Tirsia and the Evolution of Dumog May 2003
Link to Pekiti-Tirsia Kali European Organization Essay discusses both the myths and realities of Dumog. Based on Tuhon Gaje's research, "the Filipino Dumog - Pangamut is within the family tree of the fighting system of the great Sri Vijaya Empire and the Majaphajit Empire". The foundations of Dumog are found in the footwork strategies of the art.
The Wisdom of the Past Applied to the Present July 2001Link to Pekiti-Tirsia Kali European Organization Essay covers the history of the Philippines and its linkage to present day wisdom.
Mandala Leslie L. Buck Jr.
Discusses the nature and importance of generating power through leverage and body mechanics.
Making the Balisong April 2005
Description and photos of how a balisong is made.
