Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Philippine Council of Kali Arnis Eskrima Masters
Background information and mission statement from the Philippine Council of Kali Arnis Eskrima Masters which GM Vicente Sanchez helped form.
Arnis is the tie that binds us
Respect for Masters is our first discipline
Never criticize the style, master or art of another
Integrity is the basis of our character
Show humility in victory and grace in defeat
Anger is a weakness to be mastered
Develop your inner self as well as your outward skills
Open your mind to learn from anyone at anytime
Remember – Arnis has its origin as a fighting art
Dear F.M.A. & Press Members,
Enclosed you will find documentation regarding the Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters. Please feel free to use this information as you may require.
The Council has received unprecedented acceptance in the worldwide martial arts community (especially Filipino Martial Arts enthusiasts) and we are proud to be advancing the cultural and martial arts heritage of our country.
The Council is now both open to and aggressively seeking “Strategic Partnerships” in the business and arts communities, offering mutually beneficial opportunities for such cooperation.
Our 1st World Invitational Arnis Championship, held at Camp Crame in December of 2005, was more successful than we had dared to hope – with participants from U.S.A., Australia, Vietnam, Sicily, Scotland, U.K., New Zealand and the Philippines, among others.
Senator Manuel “Lito” Lapid served as Honorary Chairman for the event and we had much appreciated support from Channel 9, Ray Langit, and visiting VIP’s from the TV and film industry. It is our intention to host yearly expositions and tournaments, following such excellent reception from the international and local communities.
We hope you enjoy our brief presentation and that you will read and consider the information herein contained.
Maraming salamat!
Grand Master Roland P. Dantes
The Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters, after a very successful 2005, featuring the 1st World Invitational Arnis Championship, has been asked by a number of corporations and individuals to consider “Strategic Partnerships” for mutual benefits and promotional activities.
We have now established a Committee to evaluate such relationships and to make determinations as to the most productive and viable alliances possible.
The Council represents Arnis clubs, organizations and enthusiasts, worldwide, accepting all styles and all Masters, equally. This innovative approach is proving to be exactly the unifying factor that has been lacking – in a milieu that is traditionally filled with less than productive jealousies and a lack of cooperation and common purpose.
We believe that the worldwide acceptance of Filipino Martial Arts and the ever increasing interest from not only sport martial artists but law enforcement & military professionals – has resulted in a newfound appreciation and respect for the Filipino culture and our traditional martial art. Arnis is now an Olympic medal event
Event marketing possibilities are virtually endless, considering the appeal and draw of exhibitions, demonstrations, tournaments, etc., by the most respected Masters of Filipino Martial Arts These may be ancillary events included with other promotions, conventions or gatherings as either cultural or sports presentations. It is our experience that the opportunity to see and meet true Masters of Filipino Martial Arts draws every sector of Philippine society. Parents appreciate the positive aspects and families will often travel many miles to attend such exhibitions.
The Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters is now preparing to produce a documentary film for Philippines culture promotion internationally, as well as sets of instructional CD sets for martial arts schools and a new Philippines initiative for compulsory arnis training in all public schools. The documentary with be produced in multiple formats for movie theaters, embassies and Dept. of Tourism use.
Television program segments and specials are yet another desirable and viable market, for which we are receiving considerable interest.
What we offer
Sports related marketing, with its healthy and high profile, offers an image that is, quite literally , devoid of negative aspects. It is patriotic, appeals to virtually all age groups, men, women and youth and is an ever-growing international market.. Interest in Philippines culture is at an all time high.
The need to project the most positive and “leading edge” advertising/marketing promotions to the public, may be well served with both our wide demographic appeal and the Council’s exclusivity as the foremost internationally accepted Filipino Martial Arts Masters’ Council.
Our existing ties and relationships with Sen. Manuel “Lito” Lapid, the Senate Sports Committee, the World Council of Peoples for the United Nations, the Film Academy
of the Philippines and the Boy Scouts Foundation of the Philippines - offer unique opportunities for “co-op” advertising and promotions – not to mention media exposure via Public Relations channels.
Strategic Partnership provides opportunities for:
Television and film participation
Event marketing opportunities
Access to domestic & int’l Arnis Tournaments and Festivals
Access to int’l Balikbayan communities
Access to international sports enthusiasts
Co-op campaigns with our Strategic Partners
New product introduction
Product promotion
Test marketing
Market surveys
Focus groups
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the goal of the Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters to unite the practitioners of Filipino Martial Arts under an umbrella of “international brotherhood” and cooperation – recognizing the merits of all styles and schools as being equally relevant and appreciated. Any and all Masters of Filipino Martial Arts are welcomed and respected, providing they adhere to the spirit herein described.
We seek to continue and expand the recognition and legitimization of “Arnis de Mano” as both a competition sport and a combat art - and to promote both sectors in and for those groups who seek to advance their knowledge and level of participation.
This includes the establishment of a Physical Education Curriculum for the Boy Scouts of the Philippines, as well as a standardized program for all public schools. As in countries such as Japan and Korea, where a student is required to earn a certain amount of credits in Judo or Tae Kwon Do – Philippines may, likewise, elevate its national sport and martial art to be a mandatory educational subject. We are hopeful that this will include the rich history of Arnis, including the role it played in the country’s struggle for independence and that it will foster national pride within the hearts of our youth.
For the worldwide law enforcement community and the armed forces who have recently recognized the martial arts of the Philippines as an invaluable addition to their training – we envision an ever growing appreciation for our art and will attempt to provide the most advanced and effective training assistance possible.
Further, we seek to overcome the petty rivalries and jealousies that pervade so many similar societies and to relegate competition to “sporting events”. No politics and no denigration of any arnisador or style will be tolerated and the Council will aggressively defend any who are unjustly or unfairly treated, within the community.
It is our sincere hope that we may establish a “Code of Ethics” for the practitioners, which will be welcomed and subscribed to by arnis organizations, clubs and practitioners, worldwide. Respect for one’s Master, loyalty to fellow arnisadors and devotion to the art are sacred tenets of our martial art. This tradition must be upheld.
With the appointment of representatives in areas around the world, annual competitions, ongoing communication and “Good Will Tours” demonstrating our art – we hope to achieve our goals and dreams for the Martial Arts of the Philippines.
Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters
Objectives:
To establish and maintain a level and spirit of openness and cooperation to unite the worldwide community of enthusiasts and practitioners of “Arnis de Mano” kali, eskrima - promoting the art and enhancing the image of the Republic of the Philippines as its birthplace.
To promote “brotherhood & inter-style” appreciation, thereby overcoming the competition & petty jealousies that are all to prevalent in the worldwide martial arts community.
To create an ongoing dialogue between Master and practitioners to refine, update and augment the Filipino Martial Arts.
To create a Physical Education curriculum for Philippine Public Schools, similar to the programs in Japan, Korea and other countries who place an emphasis on their traditional martial arts styles.
To produce documentaries for worldwide distribution to the international marketplace and Embassies of the Republic of the Philippines – for promotion of Filipino culture.
Origin and History
Realizing the need for a body of impartial and senior “Arnisadors” to ensure fair and unbiased promotion of the national martial art of the Philippines, a group of Masters united to make this dream a reality.
The Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters was incorporated under the laws of the Republic of the Philippines in 2005 and registered with the Securities Exchange Commission (Reg# CN200519278).
Grand Master Roland P. Dantes, internationally known and respected - a popular movie actor, six time winner of the Mr. Philippines body building title and combat instructor to the American Special Forces at Ft. Lewis, Washington…is the prime moving force behind the Masters’ Council.
There are many who are competing for recognition in the arnis sector and unfortunately, some attempting to give the impression that their style or organization is superior or the only body qualified to represent arnis. This has resulted in divisiveness and discontent and the Council is concerned about the observations and impressions of the international community.
Our country has suffered from such problems in other areas of society and we feel that there is neither reason or excuse for this syndrome in the sports or martial arts community. Kali, Eskrima or Arnis, whichever term one may use – this martial art is a part of our national heritage and belongs to all Filipinos.
The Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters,seeks only to unify the practitioners of Filipino Martial Arts, worldwide and to see equal acceptance and recognition for all. The enclosed Mission Statement describes the focus of our Council.
We welcome input and suggestions from any and all who share our vision of Filipinos united to further the above stated goals.
Officers and Directors
Chairman & President Grand Master Roland P. Dantes
Sec’y General for Domestic Affairs Master Victor Turdanes
Sec’y General for Int’l Affairs Master Leo van Vogel
Board of Directors:
Grand Master Vic Sanchez
Grand Master Rodel Tagooc
Grand Master Jerry de la Cruz
Grand Master Pepito Robas
Grand Master Roberto Presas
Grand Master Yuli Romo
Guro Rey Dominguez
Guro Jon Escudero
Sen. “Lito” Lapid & G.M. Roland Dantes with U.K. Team here for 1st World Invitational
Sen. Jinggoy Estrada & Masters with USA Team here for 1st World Invitational
membership
I am Michael Lot M. Sanchez, a filipino from Cagayan de Oro City and presently residing here in Liverpool, England. I am Punong Guro in our system called Doce Pares Kangaroo Fighting Systems, from my said city and teaching to few English people here. The British Council had already recognized me and I want to be a member of our own council as well.
Please advise for any requirement as I would also want to suggest to our members back home to be join as well be represent the council, if you still haven't got one, in our city.
Thanks a lot and Mabuhay!
Comment by
Mike Sanchez
(08/07/2007 10:20)
