Balintawak

Balintawak is a traditional Filipino martial art focused on close-quarters combat, emphasizing defensive techniques like blocking, evasion, and quick, powerful strikes. It originated from the Philippines and is characterized by its fluid, dynamic movements and use of hands, sticks, and knives. Practitioners train to defend themselves against multiple attackers and develop agility, timing, and situational awareness. Balintawak aims to prepare individuals for realistic self-defense scenarios through practical and effective techniques rooted in Filipino cultural traditions.