"Techniques change when timing changes. You can debate techniques all you want, but if I have the footwork I can change the timing and rhythm of the fight, and I WILL. This is Pekiti-Tirsia, not 'Pekiti-Stand-Still' - We're always moving."
- Tuhon Tim Waid
Curriculum
Foundation System - Doce Methodos
Defined as "The 12 Methods Of Pasugat" or force on force engagement, Doce Methodos is the primary foundation system that our training is based upon.
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Advanced Systems
In addition to Doce Methodos, we train in the advanced systems of Pasunod (Contradas System), Recontradas/Recontras.
Ranking Structure and Progression
Students will be awarded the appropriate rank as they progress in training. Advancement in rank is based upon two things;
1) Physical ability to execute the combat principles in a tactical manner and 2) Intellectual understanding of the foundation system and training methodology. Testing will be conducted for individual students, who meet the minimum requirements to advance to the next level.
Distance Learning and Affiliate Program
An online course for remote students and Affiliate Candidates, which covers the same traditional Pekiti-Tirsia Kali System taught to onsite students.
The Hastartes Legionarii [Pekiti-Tirsia Kali] Ranking System
Based on the original and simplified PTK-SMF ranking structure and maintaining the same high standards for proficiency but modified for The Hastartes Legionnarii's specific purposes. Our ranking system retains the same 4 Phases with three levels per phase. They are as follows;
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Phase 1 (Level 1-3): Baguhan or Auditoris (probationary, novice in Tagalog and Latin respectively) - An initiate or beginner student.
Phase 2 (Level 4-6): Disipulo or Discipulus (disciple in in Tagalog and Latin respectively) - A foundation level student.
Phase 3 (Level 7-9): Kawal or Bellator (soldier or warrior in Tagalog and Latin respectively) - An advanced level practitioner with a role of Associate Instructor extensive sparring/fighting experience.
Phase 4 (Level 10-12): Dalubhasa (expert, an adept in Tagalog) or Adeptus (expert, an adept in Latin) - This is a Senior Associate Instructor role with advanced knowledge of the system and experience teaching a group of students.
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Students graduate to a fully certified Guro (teacher) upon successful completion of all 12 levels and passing of rank test.
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Standard Weapons
Edge-Impact Weapons: Edged weapons is the primary discipline of the Pekiti-Tirsia Kali System and it includes the ginunting short-sword, knives of various lengths, as well as sticks and other impact weapons.
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Unarmed Combatives: Pekiti-Tirsia Kali has a complete empty-hands fighting system in the form of pangamut (open hand striking, trapping), sikaran (low-line kicking) and dumog (limb destructions, throws and takedowns). The Hastartes methodology teaches how to effectively execute these traditional principles in a devastating and ballistic manner.
Exotic Weapons
We also teach the following weapons in our curriculum;
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Karambit/Lugod (small sickle-shaped knives)
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Palakol/Wasay (Tomahawks, small axes)
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Malayu Sibat (long spear) and Bankaw (staff)
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Dos Manos (two-handed swords)
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Flexible weapons (steel chain, sarong, tabak-toyok aka nunchaku, 3-section staff, paracord, etc.)
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European sabre
Firearms Proficiency: Firearms training is highly encouraged among Hastartes members. The group regularly schedules range days to practice shooting fundamentals as well as simple CQB and other "tactical" exercises.
Improvised Weapons: We train students how to properly identify and utilize common objects like flashlights, pens, books, keys, water bottles, clothing, belts, etc. as weapons of opportunity.