Filipino Martial Arts for Real‑World Skill, Flow, and Precision

Modern Arnis is a dynamic Filipino martial art that blends stick work, empty‑hand techniques, joint locks, flow drills, and practical self‑defense into one powerful system. It’s fast, intelligent, adaptable, and designed for real‑world application—making it an ideal choice for adults and teens who want a martial art that challenges both the mind and body.

At Total Self Defense, our Modern Arnis program teaches students how to move with speed, timing, and fluidity, using principles that apply whether you’re holding a stick, a training blade, or nothing at all. Students learn how to redirect force, control an opponent, and respond with precision rather than brute strength.

What Students Learn

• Single and double‑stick striking patterns

• Disarms, locks, and counter‑techniques

• Empty‑hand applications based on stick movements

• Flow drills that build timing, rhythm, and coordination

• Practical self‑defense for modern situations

• Footwork, distancing, and situational awareness

• How to stay calm, focused, and adaptable under pressure

Modern Arnis is known for its fluid motion, its emphasis on practicality, and its ability to help students develop confidence, coordination, and strategic thinking. It’s a martial art that grows with you—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced martial artist looking to expand your skill set.

Why Students Love Modern Arnis

• It’s fast‑paced and mentally engaging

• It builds coordination and ambidexterity

• It teaches real‑world self‑defense

• It’s welcoming to all experience levels

• It’s fun, challenging, and endlessly rewarding

Modern Arnis gives students a unique blend of tradition, practicality, and flow. Every class leaves you feeling sharper, stronger, and more capable.

A Martial Art That Makes You Think and Move Differently

Modern Arnis isn’t just about learning techniques—it’s about learning how to adapt, flow, and respond intelligently to any situation. Students develop a deeper understanding of movement, timing, and strategy that carries into every part of life.

Train Modern Arnis. Build skill, confidence, and a warrior’s mindset.