Training in Combat Silat

There are a number of ways to train in Combat Silat. These depends on your location, time available to learn, dedication and willingness to learn. We do not give weekend instructor certificates, or over the internet ! You will have to actually train, no exceptions! To understand and develop you will need to train regularly in one of the formats below. This is a unique combat system and you need to spend real time in an alive environment to understand how this system works.

1) Sign up to a class.
All the classes offer an Introductory trial, where you can join up for a 8 classes to experience the training . The cost for this is €80. At the end of the trial you can decided if this something you want to continue to train in and get a greater development of yourself. Details of the locations of schools can be found on this site, or by contacting Guru Liam 087 9956569 / e mail guruliam@hotmail.com

2) Personal Training
You can arrange and book some Personal Training. This format of training allows you to get a much personal deeper understanding of the art. You would learn quicker than a normal class as the training would be develop around your personal needs. Cost for this training is €60 for 1 hour lesson (Block book of 6 lessons €300) You may share the lesson with another student for no extra cost.

3)Attend a Seminar / Workshop
You can experience the art by attending any of the Seminars / Workshop that are available. Have a look at the event section and book yourself a place at any event coming up. Seminars / Workshops are great way to experience in deep detail, areas of training, and give you a good opportunity to get a taste of what training in silat is all about. If you like to be kept up to date on future event email guruliam@hotmail.com

4) Host your own Workshop / Training Group
If you are already run a Martial Arts Club or have a group of friends who would be interested in learning Combat Silat or Valencia Lameco Eskrima, you can host your own workshop or set up a training group in your location.

There are two formats a) You organise Workshops for your club or location, this way you get to experience what Combat Silat or Valencia Lameco Eskrima is all about. b) After the first workshop (if you wish) you can set up a "Apprentice Training Group" for your area. You the organiser of these workshops, will get the opportunity to train on the "Combat Silat Intensive Instructor Programme". You can also have the opportunity to become an Official Representative for your area or even a International Director for your country, depending on availability.

Combat Silat returns to Dublin City Center

Combat Silat has restarted again at Fitness Dock Gym on Camden Street. This excellent modern enviroment in central Dublin, close to public transport will give people access to training in Silat. The first course which comm on Sat 17th May for 5 weeks will be an intro and will cover various elements of training, that cross over between Silat and Kali in relation to empty hands training (striking/ grappling) and weapons training (Cane / Knife). The next course will start on Sat 12th July and there be 16 places available on the course, which will fill up shortly so if you like to take part and experience Combat Silat and Kali, get in touch with us ~ 087 9956569 to secure your place !

www.thefitnessdock.ie - Link to the gym- details of locations, and facilities.

Combat Knife Workshop

Guru Liam McDonald
SUNDAY 25h MAY 12.30PM – 4.30PM
COST £35
VENUE : SEVEN TOWERS LEISURE CENTER
BALLYMENA CO. ANTRIM

TOPIC: KNIFE DEFENCES
●Knife Defence from a Stalement /Counters / Timing
●Knife Disarms / Angles / Footwork
●Short Range Techniques
●High Speed Takedowns
●Long range Techniques
●Ground Struggles / Ground Control
●Basic Do’s and Don’t of Knife Defence

To book a place at this unique workshop !
Contact Robert Scott 07710957970
or Liam McDonald 0035387 9956569 / email guruliam@hotmail.com or check www.silateurope.com

Felix Valencia comes to Ireland

Felix Valencia knife and Kali Master 1st Irish Seminar

Sat 21st June / Sun 22nd June - Dublin

Felix Valencia will be making his first visit to Ireland in June. The event hosted by Combat Silat International and Guru Liam Mc Donald. Felix Valencia was Edgar Suilte top student, and was nickname the "Brawler" due to combat attitude towards training and sparring, inside the training arena and on the streets of the Philippines. Due to the sudden Death Of Edgar, Felix has been developing his skills not only in Lameco eskrima but spent 5 years studying under Dan Insanto and Herman Suwanda of Mande Muda. He spent two years in Thailand learning Muay Thai and was undefeated in the ring, during that time. Along with this Felix also spent time learning Hawaiian Lua (a warrior traditional art the island blending grappling / striking and weapon training), boxing and shooto wrestling. Felix also takes parts in a number of Dogbrothers events both stick and knife. Felix has remain undefeated in area of knife sparring. Combining all of these arts has led Felix to develop a deep understanding of what works in all combat areas. On the saturday there will be a two hour section on combat stick applications.

The main focus of Felix seminar is to focus on knife defense, this is due to the fact that a blade attack is usually the choosen weapon, that most attacker use. Felix main goal is to simulate real life knife attacks, taking control of the situation and how to react tactically. He will teach the breakdown of the knife, and what to look for in a real knife fight, where a suspect may hide a weapon and improvised a weapon such as a pen, handkercief or belt. An over view of what Felix will be covering at the seminar.

Close Range:

• Introduction of ground control
• Ground against the knife
• Take downs
• Arrest and control
• Escalation of force
• Sparring on the ground

Medium Range:
• Kick and punch with the knife
• Riding the arm
• Blocking, Passing and Trapping
• Introduction to weapon retention
• Introduction to 21 foot and 5 foot rule

Long Range:• Knife to knife sparring
• Footwork
• Angles of attack
• Thrusting
• Lunges and Flinch
• Hand evasion
• Postures (positive and negative)
• Knife vs. sticks (sparring)
• Knife vs. knife (sparring)
• Two against one (sparring)

Over the past decade Felix has been in huge demand in America and has taught a number of various Secruity Agencies, and Martial Arts Associations, With
this first trip to Ireland, it wont be long before his popularity in Europe will increase. Some of the groups that Felix has taught has included

● F.B.I
● C.I.A
● S.W.A.T
• Los Angeles Police Department
• Santa Barbara Sheriff Training Bureau
• Toledo, Ohio Police Academy
• Austin, Texas Police Academy
• Oklahoma City DT (police)
• Arizona Highway Patrol (DTS)
• U.S. Marshals (Honolulu, Hawaii
• CSTI-California Specialized Training Institute
• Governors Office of Emergency Services
• National Guards of California
• Gidding, Texas Police
• Halo
• CQB-Close Quarters Battle
• Krav Maga
• Gunsite Knife Symposium
• Blackwater
• Front Sight
• House of Champions
• Former Instructor of Cold Steel Knives
• Current Instructor of Trident Knives
• Inductee into the Filipino Martial Arts Hall of Fame (2000)

Felix will be teaching at Firhouse Sports and Leisure Center, Dublin 24. Sat 21st / Sun 22nd June 11am to 4pm both days. Cost is Advance €70 one day €100 both days. Payment at the door €85 for one day €125 both days.

Special Rate ~ Offer for Instructors for Martial Arts / Security / Self Defence /Armed Forces

Tel Liam 087 9956569 for details

This seminar is open to all , and you don't have to have experience in Fililipino Martial Arts to get the full benefit of what Felix teaches. If you like to attend contact Liam Mc Donald, e mail guruliam@hotmail.com, or tel 01 4620828 or 087 9956569 or visit www.silateurope.com