Mel Orpilla
Island Warriors Martial Arts
2002 Columbus Parkway
Benicia, CA
mel9661
Balintawak Arnis
Balintawak Arnis is a style of Filipino Martial Arts developed by Venancio “Anciong” Bacon in the 1950s from his earlier lessons from Lorenzo Saavedra. It was founded in Cebu City, and its original name was the Balintawak Self Defense Club, where it was originally taught. The club took its name from the street of its location, Balintawak Street, where the original Balintawak masters trained. I recieved my Master's certification under Grand Master Ver Villasin, the son of Grand Master Jose Villasin, one of Anciong Bacon's original students.
Island Warriors Martial Arts
Island Warriors strives to develop the student into a whole person – Body, Mind and Spirit. Through Filipino Martial Arts (FMA), the student will develop not only skills in the ancient Filipino fighting arts, but also Life Skills that will carry over into their everyday lives.
Students learn:
- Balintawak Arnis
- Self Defense
- Self Confidence
- Physical Fitness
- Filipino Culture and History
- Discipline and Mental focus
Island Warriors Class Schedule & Dojo
Group Classes on Tuesday from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Private lessons on Sundays.
Group Class Fees:
Children under 18 years old $50/month
Adults $75/month
Discounts for multiple family members.
Private Lessons - $25 - $50/hour on a sliding scale
2002 Columbus Parkway near Rose Drive
Benicia, CA 94510
Island Warriors Martial Arts
2002 Columbus Parkway
Benicia, CA
mel9661