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HOME Welcome to the Inayan Martial Arts Association website. We are based in San Jose, California and we hope that you find your visit both informative and enjoyable. Eskrima (sometimes spelled "Escrima"), also known as Kali or Arnis, literally translated means to skirmish or fight. This method of martial arts is unique from the onset in that the student is introduced to weapons training immediately. From a traditional standpoint this was so that one with very little training could be effective in defending ones homeland. The majority of these techniques translate directly into open hand defensive counters that can be deployed in almost every type of self defense situation. From open hand defense to being attacked by a weapon to multiple attackers Inayan Eskrima provides realistic solutions to defending oneself.BENEFITS: * Traditional Filipino Martial Arts * Effective Open Hand and Edge Weapon Defense * Effective Self Defense * Positive Training Environment * Enhances Hand-Eye Coordination through Reflexive Drills * Stress Management * Weight ManagementFor more information please contact Pangulong Guro Jon Ward at (408) 607-4625.We hope that by visiting this site you come away with a greater understanding and appreciation of the fighting arts of the Philippines. - Inayan Martial Arts Association
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ABOUT US

Pangulong Guro Ward

Pangulong Guro Jon Ward

Guro Ward started his martial arts training in San Jose in 1980, studying Tae Kwon Do under the direction of Master Tony Thompson, who, along with Master Ernie Reyes, founded the West Coast Institute of Tae Kwon Do. It was during the early years that Mr. Ward was introduced to several styles of martial arts and first encountered the Filipino martial arts. West Coast brought Mangisursuro Inay to teach his Eskrima for the emerging schools and it was during one of these seminars that Mr. Ward first met Mangisursuro Inay. Guro Ward is a former member of the West Coast Demonstration Team, and was a nationally rated competitor during the late eighties and early nineties. In addition Mr. Ward currently holds a Fourth Degree Black Belt in Sin Moo Hapkido under Grandmaster Ji Han Jae.Guro Ward began his in-depth training under Mangisursuro Inay in 1990, in Campbell CA. In addition Guro Ward lived with Mangisursuro Inay for three years, and had the opportunity to not only focus on Inayan Eskrima under Mangisursuro Inay but also to assist in the teaching of Inayan Eskrima Seminars.Pangulong Guro Ward is reknowned worldwide for his innovative, effective and entertaining teaching of Inayan Eskrima.Guro Ward has taught Inayan Eskrima within the United States as well as in Germany, France, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Belgium. Guro Ward is also a Senior Advisor to the International Kali Arnis Eskrima Federation. Guro Wards school is located in San Jose/Milpitas CA, where he also continues to teach Tae Kwon Do and Hapkido. For further information please contact him at 408.607.4625 or via his email at guroward_inayanmartialarts.comCurrent Rankings:• Inayan Eskrima, Inayan Martial Arts Association Pangulong Guro-Technical Director• West Coast Martial Arts Association 3rd Dan Black belt• Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do 5th Dan Black Belt• World Tae Kwon Do Federation 3rd Dan Black Belt• Korea Sin Moo Hapkido Association 4th Dan Black Belt• Kilohana Martial Arts Association 5th Dan Black Belt• IKAEF, International Kali Arnis Eskrima Federation-Senior Advisor• Certified Pressure Points Instructor• Certified Reactive Knife Instructor (Law Enforcement)• Named one of the top 200 Living Filipino Martial Arts Instructors in the worldOn-Going ClassesWe offer on-going classes throughout the year covering all aspects of Inayan Eskrima. Classes are conducted in a positive training environment where every member is encouraged to reach his or her own full potential. We offer several special trainings during the year including our annual Summer Camp which includes instruction from several guest instructors.Private lessons with Pangulong Guro Ward are available to all Inayan Martial Arts Association students but are dependent on scheduling opportunities.Visitors are always welcomed.Seminars and Instructor ProgramsGeneral Seminars - 4 hoursGeneral seminars cover a wide range of topics within the Inayan Martial Arts Association curriculum. Seminars are designed to give participants a conceptual understanding of the Filipino Martial Arts and their applications.Intensive Workshops - 1 Day = 6 hours; 2 Days = 12 HoursIntensive workshops are designed to give participants a greater depth of knowledge regarding the individual styles taught with our curriculum, and how those styles relate and compliment each other. Specific arts that are covered can be found under Styles on this website.Instructor ProgramThe Inayan Martial Arts Instructor Program is designed to give those presently teaching martial arts the opportunity to continue their martial arts education, while at the same time being able to offer a unique and dynamic art to their students. Participants in the program are trained in every aspect of the Inayan Martial Arts Association curriculum.Requirements and testing include both written and practical exams.Additional Seminars• Reactive Knife Defense• Pressure Sensitive Nerve AreasFor more information on Seminars or the Instructor Program please contact us at info_inayanmartialarts.com"Pangulong Guro Jon Ward is one of the most well rounded Eskrimadors I've met. Aside from his technical mastery of Inayan Eskrima, Jon is a great teacher. His ability to break down complex skill sets and present them in a structured & progressive manner is second to none. I would highly recommend any FMA practitioner to take the oppurtunity to train with PG Ward." Pangulong Guro Krishna Godhania Institute of Filipino Martial Arts - Warriors Eskrima

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Katalugan Guro Norman Malonzo

Katalugan Guro Norm Malonzo has a background in Judo, but his primary focus has been Fillipino Martial Arts, specifically the Inayan system under Guro Jon Ward. Norm shares his deep understanding of Fillipino MA and culture and his excellent teaching skills with students at Santa Clara University in San Jose.

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Kadua Guro Hai Phan

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Kadua Guro Jonathan Koren

Jonathan Koren has trained in martial arts for over twelve years. He is a 3rd degree black belt in West Coast Martial Arts and a Level 1 Inayan Eskrima practitioner. He is familiar with various styles of martial arts besides Eskrima, including Tae Kwon Do, Kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. In his free time, he also studies pressure points concepts, practical self defense techniques, and trains with weapons of all kinds.

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THE FOUNDER

Mangisursuro Mike Inay

Mangisursuro Mike Inay began training in the Filipino Martial Arts in the mid 1960’s under two of the pioneering Eskrima Masters in the United States. Mangisursuro’s teachers were Grandmaster Max Sarmiento (Kadena de Mano) and Grandmaster Angel Cabales (Cabales Serrada Eskrima). Mangisursuro Inay was one of the first and senior most students of the two legendary instructors, and was instrumental in the formation of the Cabales Serrada Eskrima Association. It was Mangisursuro Inay who designed the ranking system found within the art of Cabales Serrada. Additionally he designed the diplomas for the emerging organization, two of which are still in use today. •Basic Certificate•Advanced Diploma•Masters DiplomaMangisursuro Inay then went on to develop Inayan Eskrima, also known as the Inayan System of Eskrima. Here he brought together several different methods of Filipino martial arts to cover the various aspects and ranges of combative theories. In 1979 Mangisursuro’s vision of a united Filipino martial arts organization culminated in the creation of the West Coast Eskrima Society. The purpose of the West Coast Eskrima was to bring together various masters within the Filipino arts to share their arts with the membership, thus preserving and spreading the Filipino Martial Arts. Founding members of the West Coast Eskrima Society include Grandmaster Max Sarmiento, Dentoy Revilar, Narrie Baboa, Grandmaster Gilbert Tenio, Jimmy Tacosa, Richard Bustillo and Dan Inosanto. It was the West Coast Eskrima Society that organized one of the first public Eskrima (stickfighting) competitions in the United States in 1982 in San Jose, CA. This competition was one of the forerunners of such competitions held today.Mangisursuro Inay went on to spread the art of Inayan Eskrima throughout the United States, Europe and Australia. In addition he taught multiple Law enforcement personnel, including members of the CIA, FBI and Embassy Security. He used his knowledge of Filipino fighting arts to design one of the most well respected and practiced knife defense programs used by law enforcement in the world today. Mangisursuro Inay went on to create a worldwide organization to spread the beauty and effectiveness of the Filipino Martial arts. The majority of Mangisursuro’s life was dedicated to the study, preservation, research and continued sharing of the Filipino martial arts.On September 27th, 2000 Mangisursuro Inay passed away doing what he loved to do,…Suro was teaching Inayan Eskrima.
STYLES

STYLES

Inayan Serrada - Serrada literally translated means to close or to shut. Serrada is a medium to close range style emphasizing the use of blade or stick 18 to 26 inches in length. Responses or counters to strikes are primarily linear in fashion, with the main theory being to close in on an attackers strike to shut down his or her power and speed. Serrada translates to both knife and open hand applications. Serrada is considered one of the most important styles within Inayan Eskrima because it bridges the gap between long and short range defensive counters and attacks.Inayan Kadena de Mano - Kadena de Mano literally translated means Chain of Hand. Kadena de Mano is the primary open hand and knife system within Inayan Eskrima. Kadena is one of the most complex styles taught within Inayan Eskrima due to its training drills and its ability to flow from one theory to another. Knife defenses, open hand counters, trapping skills and nerve strikes are cornerstones of this style.Inayan Larga Mano - Literally translated Larga Mano means Long Hand. Most weapon encounters will begin in this range. This Inayan style emphasizes evading oncoming strikes and countering to the attacking limb. Inayan Larga Mano is based on the Kampilan sword, widely regarded as the largest indigenous blade found in the Philippines.Inayan Dequerdas - Dequerdas means, to cord. This style is based on reinforced weapon blocking and counter striking. Theories include parry, block, block and parry and weapon to weapon disarming. This is a basic but highly effective form of Eskrima.Inayan Sinawali - Sinawali translated means to weave. In this style two weapons, usually of equal length are used in set offensive and defensive patterns. From this the practioner is introduced to different theories of executing the same blocking and striking sequences. Sinawali is one of the primary ways that that the left and right hands are taught to work in harmony and rhythm together.Inayan Espada y Daga - Possibly the most complex of all Inayan styles, Espada y Daga literally means sword and dagger. This is considered one of the mother arts of Eskrima. This style teaches the left and right hands to work not only together, but more importantly how to work independently of one another. Espada y Daga focuses on block counter while at the same time positioning an opponent into a trapped or locked position.Inayan Sibat/Bankow - This is the Staff and Spear method found in Inayan Eskrima. Based on many of the Inayan Larga Mano concepts, this styles focus is on the use of distance and the length of the weapon to block and counter.In addition to the styles of Inayan Eskrima we also share the following Fillipino Martial Arts:Panantukan - Panantukan is a Filipino method of boxing. Todays system of western boxing is said to have been heavily influenced by this method of Filipino open hand fighting. The major difference between the two boxing methods is target selection and the use of body movement. In Panantukan, the target often used is an attackers limb and or supporting joint.Sikaran - Sikaran or kicking method used in Filipino martial arts again is often based on striking attackers limbs. Low line kicks and or knees are employed in this style to subdue an attack. This style is often supported by the use of Kadena de Mano or Panantukan techniques.Grappling - Dumog is one of the traditional forms of Filipino grappling. Concepts and theories are used from this style, and are supported by additional techniques from Japanese, Brazilian and western methods of wrestling and ground fighting. When such techniques are used proper respect and credit are given to the effective and proven styles.

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CLASS SCHEDULE

1 TUESDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY

10:00AM ESKRIMA (SC)

7:30 PM PANANTUKAN (SJ) PANANTUKAN (SJ)

8:15 PM ESKRIMA (SJ) ESKRIMA (SJ)

9:15 PM ADVANCED ESKRIMA (SJ) ADVANCED ESKRIMA (SJ)

TUESDAY AND THURSDAY EVENING CLASSES ARE HELD AT 668 LINCOLN AVENUE, SAN JOSE (SJ)

SATURDAY MORNINGS AT 3327 EDWARD AVENUE, SANTA CLARA (SC)

IF YOU NEED DIRECTIONS, PLEASE CALL PANGULONG GURO JON WARD AT (408) 607-4625

NEWSLETTERS

Inayan Martial Arts Association2012 January/ FebruaryHappy New Year Everyone! We hope that everyone had a wonderful holiday season, and hopefully for most got some rest. 2012 is shaping up to be a great training year for us all. With that first we would like to start where we ended a great 2011...2011 Year End Intensive ReviewThe IMAA ended 2011 with a great weekend of training and sparring. Our weekend included reviewing the formal aspects of the curriculum, including Dequerdas, Kadena De Mano, Sinawali and then heavy doses of Serrada. Pangulong Guro Ward introduced Gunting #2 and everyone did a great job!Our training ended with several sparring sessions, IMAA students demonstrated their skills in both open hand and live stick sparring. All participants showed courage, skill and teamwork. This was a terrific way to end our 2011 training year!Congratulations go out to those promoted during this years December TrainingJay Perez- Level OneDavid James- Phase OneBruce Wylie- Phase OneTrevor Wylie- Phase OneSpecial Promotions!Special Congratulations go out to Hai Phan and Jonathon Koren who were both promoted to the rank of Kadua Guro on December 11, 2011. This is a very special promotion as it is rare for two people to achieve an Inayan Guro Rank at the same time. Jonathon and Hai have been committed members of Inayan Martial Arts Association for several years, bringing enthusiasm, skillful techniques and a team effort. In addition both Hai and Jonathon have earned black belts in other arts, which bring them a unique knowledge of how other arts interact with Inayan Eskrima. We, the Inayan Eskrima family are proud of you both and again congratulate you on the wonderful accomplishment. Yea Paul!We would all like to Congratulate IMAA Senior Student and BJJ Brown Belt Paul Meier on his recent MMA bout in Watsonville, CA. Paul fought a great fight on short notice and did a great job! Paul, your IMAA family are all very proud of you!Inayan Martial Arts Demonstration in Milpitas…The Inayan Martial Arts Association was invited to demonstrate Inayan Eskrima at the Curtner Elementary school in Milpitas at their first ever Filipino Cultural Night! With several hundred in attendance IMAA members Dean Hardwick, Lester Fontecha, Michelle Trujillo, Kadua Guro Jonathon Koren, Katalungon Guro Norman Malonzo and Pangulong Guro Ward demonstrated Inayan Sinawali, Serrada, and Kadena de Mano. Every member did a wonderful job of sharing the beauty, effectiveness, speed and power of these Inayan styles.The group was very happy to work with the Milpitas community and we look forward to sharing this part of Filipino Culture with future generations.Congratulations Evolution Training CenterCongratulations go out to Evolution Training Center and Masters Mike and Suzan Hagen on being named Santa Clara’s Best Martial Arts School. The Hagen’s have built a great training facility filled with positive and focused martial artists. More so Mike and Suzan’s dedication to their students is second to none. New Inayan Martial Arts Website!Our website recently went through a mid-life crisis! So what did we do?! We got a facelift!!! That’s right on December 31st, www.inayanmartialarts.com re-launched with new content, pictures and a brand new look!We would like to thank Jonathon Kessler who created the original website and did such a great job for years making sure it was updated. Next thanks to Kevin Fackler who helped to get the new site moving…finally a huge thank you to Michelle Trujillo who has done such a great job getting the site designed and up and running.7th Annual Inayan Martial Arts Summer Camp!The Inayan Martial Arts Association is proud to Announce the 7th Annual Inayan Martial Arts Association Summer Camp And Instructor Conference will be held::August 3rd, 4th and 5th ,2012Santa Clara, California USA(Evolution Training Center)This years camp will include the following confirmed instructors:Lahong Guro Bill Francis- Aptos, CaliforniaInayan Eskrima, American Street FightingMaster Rocky Gomez- San Jose, CaliforniaJeet Kune Do, Inayan Eskrima, Korean Martial ArtsMaster Mike Hagen- San Jose, CaliforniaLaw Enforcement Tactics Instructor, Combatives Instructor, 5th Dan TKDGuro Larry Lindenman- Chicago, IllinoisInosanto Kali, Law Enforcement and Tactical InstructorMaster Adrien Rodriguez- Basel, SwitzerlandSilat, Kali, Jujitsu, SavateShihan Russ Rhodes- Los Gatos, California10th Dan Ken Ju Ryu, 8th Dan Zan Ryu, Inayan EskrimaPangulong Guro Jon Ward- San Jose, CaliforniaInayan Eskrima, 5th Dan TKD, 4th Dan HapkidoPlease note instructor line up is subject to change without prior notice.We are looking forward to announcing other guest instructors for our Inayan Martial Arts Event! So set the date and join us for this Fantastic event!For more information concerning the IMAA Camp Contact Guro Ward at 408.607.4625 or at www.inayanmartialarts.com. You can also follow us on Facebook at the Inayan Martial Arts Association Page.2012 CalendarWe have several events scheduled and in the planning stages for 2012. The below dates are the ones we have been able to confirm to date.-January 3rd First Class of YearSan Jose, CA-January 22nd Sunday IntensiveSan Jose, CA-March 3rd Special Saturday IntensiveSan Jose, CA-May 14th West Coast Mastery TestSanta Clara, CA-August 3/ 4/ 5 Inayan CampSanta Clara, CA-September 29th Inayan MemorialSan Jose, CA -November (TBA) Arizona FMA GatheringPhoenix, AZ-December 1st/2nd Inayan Intensive WeekendSan Jose, CaliforniaIn addition to the dates we have several more events on tap for this year including Guro Ward Inayan seminars, the IMAA Beach Workout, IMAA Public Demonstrations, Intensives as well as our famous Bar B Q’s!Updated Information Sheets for 2012In January we will be passing out and sending new information sheets to all IMAA members and affiliates. We ask that all these forms be returned to Pangulong Guro Ward by January 30th, 2012. These forms will help us updates will help up better communicate with members. Please note this information is entirely confidential. Anyone with questions or concerns please contact Pangulong Guro Ward.Private LessonsBecause of many requests Pangulong Guro Ward is now available for privates lessons depending upon availability. Private lessons are your ability to train and focus in the areas of Inayan Martial Arts/ Inayan Eskrima that you wish to during that lesson. For more information and to schedule a private lesson talk with or email Pangulong Guro Ward. Please note availability is limited.Goals vs. Resolutions: The New Year’s Falacy!New years is always a time of celebration for everyone. And for many of us it is a time to start anew. A realize our dreams and find a path to reach them.Unfortunately we choose the New Years Resolution as the commitment we make to change our lives for the better. The pitfall in this is how many of us actually follow through and achieve a New Years Resolution? Most of us fail…but let’s face it…we do it every year. So what does that tell us? Resolutions don’t work…when you call it a Resolution you pre-frame yourself for failure!So how to we change that mindset? Simple, first we use different terminology…instead of a resolution we are going to set goals for 2012. From there what is the formula of a positive goal - here you go:S- Be Specific about you Goal (what do you want)M- Make your Goal Measurable (set benchmarks)A- Attainable (can you do it)R- Realistic (yes! you can do it)T- Timetable (when can we make it happen)E- Evaluate (how are we doing?)R- Re-Evaluate (take in our achievements and set-backs, more so what can we do better?)So there it is, let‘s all be SMARTER!…no secrets, just hard work and dedication to make your life a better place to live! Don’t be the person who looks back on life and says “I should have” DO IT NOW! Start now, don’t wait for the next New Year. Set positive goals every day and enrich your life and everyone around you. Book Recommendation"Swish of the Kris" by Vic HurleySwish of the Kris is one of the true classics regarding the Moro’s of Mindanao, and the introduction of Islam to the Philippines. Vic shares the culture of the Filipino warrior and his struggles (as seen through his eyes). I will say at times the book can be a little slow, but it is a true must for Filipino Martial Artists. For many years Swish of the Kris was out of print, however it has recently been re-introduced. A simple web search will point you in the right direction.Inayan Martial Arts Facebook PageA big reminder to IMAA members and friends, join the Inayan Martial Arts Association Facebook page to keep up on our events and announcements. Remember there are a few different Inayan sites, so please double check that it is the Inayan Martial Arts page. This is a great communication tool so let’s use it.Thanks Team! We are looking forward to an amazing training year, with great people and an incredible martial arts family!!!Inayan Martial Arts Association.www.inayanmartialarts.com