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Welcome to Heartland Eskrima School
Heartland
School of Eskrima and Self-Defense exists to promote and
keep alive the native martial arts of the Philippine Islands. Our primary goal is to train students
in methods of self-defense that are realistic, practical and effective, and provide students a safe environment in which to
fully test their skills. Training at Heartland Eskrima School emphasizes preparing the student to be a teacher who is able to branch off in his or her own direction with integrity. Eskrima (also called Escrima, Arnis or Kali) is the general name for the martial
arts of the Philippines. There are literally hundreds, and possibly thousands, of different styles and systems of Eskrima. Most styles of Eskrima are weapons-based, traditionally
using rattan sticks as the primary training tool for both stick and blade combat. For example: - Some styles such as Serrada and Dequerdas
(or De Cuerdas) primarily employ a single medium-length stick.
- Styles such as Sinawali often use two sticks of
equal and longer length.
- Long-range styles such as Larga Mano use a single longer-length
stick.
- Styles like Espada y Daga use a medium and a short stick (or blades) together.
- Finally,
styles such as Kadena de Mano
are empty-hand styles.
All
of these styles have distinctive aspects beyond their range and weapon employment, making the expression of Eskrima a highly
individualistic martial art form. Systems of Eskrima differ from styles in that a system
is a compilation of several styles being taught under one individual, family, school or organization. The styles
within a system are usually kept distinct, and are taught in such a way as to interconnect them so that the
practitioner learns to flow between styles seamlessly as the situation dictates. The Inayan System of Eskrima, founded by Mangisursuro Michael G. Inay, 1944-2000, and continuing today under the leadership of his son and heir to the system,
Suro Jason Inay, is one example of a system of Eskrima. Guro Kristine Strasburger received her foundational martial training in the Inayan System of Eskrima. She has published several articles on Eskrima. Email: kristine@HeartlandEskrimaSchool.com Instruction at Heartland School of Eskrima and Self-Defense includes balanced training
in all distance ranges and all weapons combinations, including empty-hand defense. Training is done outdoors whenever possible, frequently under
nighttime and low-light conditions. Live-blade
training is introduced and practiced according to individual student ability. Women of the Word / Women of the Sword is a unique Christian
Discipleship group developed by Kristine Strasburger, owner and Head Instructor of Heartland School of Eskrima and Self-Defense. This group appeals to girls and women who:
- desire to put
into practice the teachings of the Holy Bible (Logos / Word) on godly womanhood (becoming Women of the Word),
- and
who have a keen interest in exploring and developing their physical and mental abilities as swordswomen (becoming Women of
the Sword).
Women
of the Word / Women of the Sword is open to women of all faiths, not just Christian women. Information
on joining this unique group can be found on our Membership and Fees page. Summer Events: Free Eskrima Workouts in the Park - Sponsored by Heartland Eskrima School. Dit Da Jow: Home-made. Warrior-Craft Handle Wraps: Customize and enhance retention with our Hand-worked grip wrapping on weapons and Dit Da Jow bottles. Don't miss our Photo Gallery page, where you will find old photographs from the Inayan Eskrima school; current photos from Heartland Eskrima School; and
video links selected for their historical significance. Heartland
School of Eskrima and Self-Defense is located in North Idaho. Contact us.
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