Walter Vorhauer
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FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mani Adams Dec 9, 2011. 17 Replies

   Greetings to All, Has anyone read any good books on the healing and spiritual principles/aspects of the FMA?  I came across the title of the book: Way of The Ancient Healer by Virgil Mayor…Continue

Looking for teachers in SW Colorado...

Started this discussion. Last reply by Salvador de la Cruz Oct 27, 2011. 3 Replies

 Greetings to All, I've recently moved to the SW corner of Colorado and was wondering if anyone knew of any teachers within the four-corners area?  I recall a modern arnis teacher back in 2004 but…Continue

FMA empty hand tournaments....???

Started this discussion. Last reply by David Ducay May 6, 2011. 9 Replies

Greetings to All,I would like to know if there are any competitions or circuits within the U.S. that hold tournaments that included empty-hand fighting? I know that the FMA is notorious for his…Continue

Ben Largusa....his passing..

Started this discussion. Last reply by Lino Espejo Oct 10, 2010. 16 Replies

Greetings to All,It is with great regret, that this afternoon I was informed that Ben Largusa of the Villabrille-Largusa Kali System passed away.  He was 83 years of age.  Unfortunately I do not have…Continue

 

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"Excellent video demonstration.  Its is a rare thing to see the FMA demo done at full speed (or at least close to full speed!)  IMO, the FMA should be explosive and overpowering to your opponent so that he is unable to respond.…"
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Mani Adams replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"The book is available for free online. I downloaded it."
Dec 9, 2011
Rafael Kayanan replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"I agree with the above except that people are people. Having been around hundreds of martial artists, masters of various arts and students in the US, Canada and Europe they all exhibit this collective spirit of the warrior arts. Many instructors in…"
Dec 4, 2011
Jacinto R. Rocales replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"The power to heal  is a two edged sword of which the new initiate should fully understand. The art of hilot is just one facet of this art and there are other aspects such as tigalpo (the art of inflicting harm on someone) and sumpa. Many…"
Dec 4, 2011
Marc Lawrence replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"Long ago, the Golden Hoard under the Great Khan, brought together the healers from China, India, and Arabic culture to tend to his army. What came out of the that was the sharing of ideas and technology. Each brings something to the table. In our…"
Dec 3, 2011
Rafael Kayanan replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"Good point Marc, Yes, we have several sections in the system where we utilize passed down methods of healing, especially involving tendons, muscles, etc. Many of our practitioners are instructors in Native American, Chinese and other healing arts.…"
Dec 3, 2011
Marc Lawrence replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"Rafael, We have several portions in our style that teach about healing. We use both modern Western Medicine concepts and native healing methods based upon traditional materials depending upon location. Using materials found with Chinese, Indian,…"
Dec 3, 2011
Rafael Kayanan replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"It is certainly the case that any advanced healing art also has a thorough understanding of destructive practices. Whether or not it is passed down with the same importance is probably a case by case basis.  It is also an even rarer occasion…"
Dec 1, 2011
Walter Vorhauer replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"Wow, it seems that you are very well versed in this specific area of the FMA.  I am curious to know your thoughts and view on why is it that (and this may be cultural, or someting in general to the circle of martial arts practioners)…"
Dec 1, 2011
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Rafael Kayanan replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
""Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." was coined by writer / scientist Artbur C. Clarke. To this, I propose that much of what science has yet to discover and prove has been practiced by ancient tribes for…"
Nov 30, 2011
Jacinto R. Rocales replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"Health, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) is the total and holistic well being of the total aspects and facets of the human person. This include therefore the spiritual, social and psycho-social aspects of the human person. The…"
Nov 30, 2011
Rafael Kayanan replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"We do have a systemized approach to the healing aspects in Sayoc Kali but primarily introducing western medical practices in treatment of general injuries and trauma. It was developed in the past decade to complement the system as it continues to…"
Nov 29, 2011
Walter Vorhauer replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"     I definitely look forward to purchasing this book then in the very near future!  I do find it interesting though that the evolution of a large number of other cultural marital practices throughout human history combined the…"
Nov 29, 2011
Marc Lawrence replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"Walter, This book was written by my wife's cousin. I personally read the book.  It is not about FMA. It about Filipino Healing and Spiritualism. The book is an excellent book on the subject, Virgil also supports the Babaylan Institute…"
Nov 29, 2011
Rafael Kayanan replied to the discussion 'FMA book on Hilot/ healing arts...??'
"The book pops up on ebay once in awhile. It goes for a reasonable price considering how rare it is. Not very thick but has some very interesting practices and anecdotes within."
Nov 29, 2011

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