Filipino Martial Arts: Cabales Serrada Escrima

Mark V. Wiley

Mar 1994 · Tuttle Publishing

About this ebook

Filipino Martial Arts illustrates the basic strikes, blocks, counters, and disarms of the Serrada Escrima fighting system.

A highly effective, well-rounded warrior art, Serrada Escrima uses basic stick-fighting movements that are equally applicable in both unarmed and knife fighting. Profusely illustrated, this martial arts manual describes not only the techniques but also the history and philosophy of the Filipino martial arts and their relevance in the fighting and mixed martial arts world today.

Filipino Martial Arts: Cabales Serrada Escrima is an essential addition to any martial arts library.

About the author

Dr. Mark Wiley is a doctor of Oriental and alternative medicine, holds a masters in health care management, is a bestselling author, a martial art master and an international seminar instructor. No one does for wellness what he does. Dr. Mark's interest in holistic and natural health practices began when he sought long-lasting relief from the debilitating migraines and chronic pain that plagued him for nearly three decades. In search of a cure, he traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Japan to conduct field research and master the world's holistic healing practices, from the oldest to the most modern. In addition to his health consulting practice, Dr. Mark is a prolific writer and publisher. He has written over 500 articles and 12 books, most notably, "Natural Ways to Reverse and Prevent Hypertension" (Easy Health Options), "Outwitting Headaches" (Lyons Press), and "QiGong for Health and Well-Being" (Journey Editions). From 2003 to 2007, he was the Managing Director of Integrated Energy Medicine, LLC. He sits on the health advisory boards of several health and fitness institutes and associations, including The Healthy Back Institute and Easy Health Options, while focusing his attention on research, writing and helping people worldwide achieve healthy, balanced lives.