Master Rommel Tortal is the
nephew and student of Grand Tuhon Leo T. Gaje Jr. Master Rommel
represents the excellence of Pekiti Tirsia as Grand Tuhon's number one
instructor for the complete Pekiti Tirsia Kali System. His grace and
skill represent the benchmark in Pekiti Tirsia quality.
Currently, Master Rommel leads all
ongoing instruction for the Pekiti Tirsia programs in the Philippine Marine
Corps and Philippine National Police. He is the chief instructor for
the Pekiti Tirsia Manila Pitbulls and serves as Grand Tuhon's partner for
numerous training activities, demonstrations and presentations. Master
Rommel teaches visiting Pekiti Tirsia students under Tuhon's direction with
patience and great instruction. His contributions to Pekiti Tirsia
have been largely behind the scenes, but have influenced many.
The Texas Kali Association has extended to him Honorary Membership for his
instruction and service directly benefiting the members of the TKA.