Lapunti Arnis De Abanico, otherwise referred to simply as ‘Lapunti’, is a Filipino martial art that originated from Cebu, Philippines. It is a comprehensive and unified martial art system that includes training in the use of impact and bladed weapons which can be translated to the use of common everyday objects and eventually empty hand. Training in Lapunti allows practitioners to develop a set of valuable skills and mindset which can be applied not only in combat or self-defense scenarios, but also in everday life by instilling values that would improve one's character or disposition.
Lapunti training starts off with the use of weapons and progresses to empty hands. This is a characteristic of traditional Filipino martial arts in general which are essentially military in nature, and which stands in contrast with other forms of martial art which were designed primarily to address the needs of civilians. In Lapunti, as well as in most other traditional Filipino martial arts, the assumption is that you won't go to a fight or battle without a weapon, and the same goes for your opponent. So in the extreme situation where you find yourself empty handed you should be experienced or skilled enough to go against an armed adversary.
Training in Lapunti does not require any prior training or experience with other martial arts. Complete beginners as well as practitioners of other martial arts are very much welcome, and we encourage especially those who have experience with other martial arts to show courtesy and respect for practioners of other styles. During training we try to follow certain rules in order to maintain a safe and enjoyable atmosphere that is properly conducive for practice and improvement in the art.
The Carillon Plaza, UP Diliman, QC, Philippines
Sundays:
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
