SafeSkills® Movement Arts | Arnis: Filipino Weapons Arts | Martial Arts, Self Defense, Karate, Arnis, Yoga in Durham Hillsborough NC

                    
                        Founder: Grandmaster Remy A. Presas
                    
                    The late Remy A. Presas (1936-2002) was one of the Philippines' premier stick fighters
                    and became a national figure in his native country for his blending of the countless
                    island combat systems into one system which he named Modern Arnis. During his life
                    Presas was featured on the cover of Black Belt magazine, authored several books
                    on Filipino martial arts, was voted 1982 Instructor Of The Year and was inducted
                    into the Black Belt Hall Of Fame. Years of refinement and actual street encounters
                    helped him develop an extremely practical martial art.
                

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Private Lessons

Private lessons are available in Yoga, Self-Defense, and Martial Arts.

As a martial artist with over 20 years of training in two other styles, I find Arnis at SafeSkills® refreshing! The non-competitive attitude is one that makes these powerful weapons training
safe.

Matt H

As a martial artist in another style, I find Arnis to be a strong compliment to what I have already learned while definitely adding to my knowledge. I understand why Professor called it “The Art Within Your Art”

Bob R

I began my martial arts training in 1979. I found Arnis at SafeSkills® in 1990 and have been there ever since. The Sensei are the best teachers I have ever had -- their knowledge and skill is impressive to say the least, and their ability to teach others what they know is
amazing.

Karl D

Arnis: Filipino Weapons Arts

Arnis (pronounced "our niece") is a Filipino martial art that uses rattan sticks and bladed weapons. While Arnis is primarily considered a weapons art, it also incorporates empty hand techniques based upon the same movements used with the weapons. Arnis does not merely combine techniques; the student is encouraged to adapt the principles to one's own feel for each technique and any previous training--martial arts, yoga, or other body movement disciplines. For this reason, Arnis is referred to as "The Art Within Your Art."

Remy Presas with Sensei Beth

The study of Arnis is the study of coordinating the body to be in full harmony. Students start training with the sticks immediately, which enhances the learning process. This gives the student a tremendous increase in eye-hand coordination and a special graceful power, first coined by Professor Remy Presas as "The Flow".

You don't have to be in top shape or an athlete to learn Arnis – you can start now! If you are already athletic, Arnis will challenge your body and build your spirit. If you are just beginning, we will guide you step by step. You will develop excellent body mechanics, balance, power, and fluidity of movement.

SafeSkills® has an inspiring learning atmosphere. All of our classes are designed to be safe yet challenging. Encouragement and individual attention are essential components of instruction in our Arnis classes.

An all levels Arnis class meets on Sundays from 4:00 - 6:00pm. Beginners are welcome to attend this class from 4:00 - 5:00. An all levels arnis class meets on Wednesdays from 8:00 - 8:30 and is open to current SafeSkills® karate students. Contact us to schedule your first class.

SafeSkills® is a non-contract school. Dues are paid on a monthly basis. Many martial arts schools have become 'Contract Schools' in which you have to sign a contract that commits you to paying for a year at a time. We believe that the quality of the experience you will have at SafeSkills® will keep you returning to class each week.