STICK FIGHTING OLYMPIADS – YOUTH & ADULT (AGES 8+)

We deal with 2 things in Stick Fighting Olympiads: Strategy and Tactics. Strategy is a plan of action, derived from continous training, a conditioning to the various flows of attack. The principle of Stick Fighting Olympiads Strategy is attack — no defense. 

A tactical move is how to make the attack effective and how to destroy the enemy. Our offense becomes a counter offense, which is the best defense. Stick Fighting Olympiads training is about speed, timing, power, accuracy, and precision.

In Stick Fighting Olympiads we use our R.O.U.T.E. methodology (Range, Observe, Understand, Timing, Economy of motion). We cover several areas of Pekiti Kali; Solo Baston, Doble Baston, Single/Double Knife, Dumpag (Dumog/Pangamot), Sibat, and other traditional and improvised weaponry.

We focus on our Warriors’ growth. We provide a positive and pragmatic environment, guiding you from Skill Development, to Expertise, to Mastery. 

We believe in Life not Death. We believe in good Health not Sickness. We believe in Success not Failure. POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE IS OUR WEAPON!!!

We proudly promulgate the Philosophy, Ideology, and Attributes of Pekiti Tirsia Kali. As it was given to us by its Supreme Heir and to carry on his Legacy: GrandTuhon Leo T. Gaje, Jr.

The instructors at The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts have trained for many years to make sure everything we teach is reality based. We’ve trained under some of the best martial artists in the world and are dedicated to staying on the cutting-edge of REALISTIC martial arts training – for ourselves and for you!

Many times when we think about the benefits of martial arts – self-esteem, respect, self-discipline and focus – we generally associate them with children and not adults. The reality is that our martial arts programs have the same benefits for kids and adults alike. At The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts, we believe all levels of martial arts are built upon the same philosophy …and… Nothing can take the place of the security in knowing that you can defend yourself should the need ever arise.

Martial arts at The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts means much more than just self-defense. It also builds mental focus. Our Pekiti Tirsia Classes will help you maintain control over yourself and your environment. It teaches you to handle emotions, stay calm, be persistent and provides you with the tools and willpower you need to stay focused. The physical activity derived from our curriculum will help you find reserves of energy you didn’t realize you had. Through the discipline of our Pekiti Tirsia Program, you will learn to channel that energy into productivity at home… and in the workplace.

These are some of the most overlooked benefits of our Pekiti Tirsia Program. At The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts, you will achieve greater flexibility of your muscles, joints and ligaments. Flexibility is a positive “Double Edged Sword” with improvement to your posture and an enhancement to your ability to move through a full body range of motion. These Martial Arts benefits will also help you age in a healthier way while improving the overall quality of your life.

Because of the greater intensity in the strikes of our Martial Arts Programs, you will be subjecting your body to more aggressive movements. This results in intense calorie burning… which then results in natural weight loss and an improvement in overall physical and mental health. Our Martial arts classes will teach you to practice your set of movements until you have the correct form down pat. This kind of mental focus and discipline can easily be carried over into forming the mental toughness you need to push yourself… while achieving your weight loss goals at the same time.

Feeling stressed out? No need to look beyond our Pekiti Tirsia Program! Psychologists have found positive correlations between training in Martial Arts and lower levels of hostility, aggression …and better yet… higher levels of self-esteem and positive mental attitudes compared to any other sport. At The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts, we understand that cutting stress and learning to handle yourself both physically and mentally are important benefits that you can take advantage of in your everyday life.