Visayan Filipino Martial Arts

Obituary: Brittany Murphy (1977-2009)

2009-12-21T16:17:00.000-08:00

Born: November 10, 1977, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Died: December 20, 2009, Los Angeles, California, USA
Occupation: Actress, singer, voice artist
News of death: See http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/21/movies/21murphy.html?_r=1
Biography: See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brittany_Murphy
Filmography: See http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005261/

Tay Tung's Diesto Brings Home 3 Golds for NOPSSCEA By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-12-15T17:06:00.000-08:00

Mary Anthony M. Diesto (B: 1997) of Bacolod Tay Tung High School (BTTHS) gave NOPSSCEA 3 of 4 gold medals for elementary girls athletics after two days of competition in the Palarong Panlalawigan 2009 at the Panaad Stadium and Recreational Park, Brgy. Mansilingan, Bacolod City.

Diesto had a registered time of 13.70 to capture the gold in the 100 meter dash, besting the 13.78 of Area III's Jeremae Riego and the 14.10 of Ma. Cristina Jaro. In the long jump competition, Diesto got 4.48 M as compared to the 4.41 M of magluyan and 4.20 M of Area I's Ritcel Mae Bolo. In the triple jump event, Diesto garnered 9.72 M, ahead of the 9.22 M of Bolo and the 8.89 M of Jinky Biating.

Raye Ferrer gave NOPSSCEA its other gold medal with a registered time of 28.40 in the 200 meter run event, besting the 29.20 of Riego and the 29.45 of Jennifer Asumbrada.

Diesto, the daughter of Winston and Norene M. Diesto, is a grade 6 pupil at the Bacolod Tay Tung High School (BTTHS), one of the three Chinese schools in Bacolod City.

Diesto's official coach is Rolando Malate but her personal trainer is her father, Winston Diesto, himself an alumni of BTTHS (Batch 1984).

Diesto, along with Mitchelle Morales, was named Most valuable Player (MVP) during the awarding ceremony of the 34th United Cup Track & field Meet held by the Filipino Chinese Amateur Athletic Federation last April 4-5, 2009 at the Rizal memorial coliseum, Manila.

During the 2009 NOPSSCEA Athletics Meet last October 3-4, 2009 at the Manuel Y. Torres Sports Center, Bago City, Diesto won 6 golds and established 4 new records. She broke Harumi Kiwagaya's (TCS) previous record of 3.89 (2008) M with her 4.03 M for the long jump event; her own record of 8.05 M (2008) with her new 8.43 M record for the triple jump; BTTHS Team's 1:02:27 (2008) with her team's 0:59:94 in the 4 x 100 M relay; and Shaira Hernandez's (BTTHS) 14.80 (2007) with her 13.41 in the 100 M dash. Diesto's two other gold medals were in classical relay (3:01:24) and 4 x 400 M relay (5:83:24).

Tolero Wins TKD Gold By James U. Sy Jr.

2009-12-05T19:04:00.000-08:00

Zennah Marie Mendoza-Tolero, 11, won a gold medal in the Taekwondo event of the District III Area Meet held last December 1, 2009 in Murcia, Negros Occidental. The win earned her the chance to led the Silay City Taekwondo Team in the 2009 Palarong Panlalawigan on December 13-18, 2009. Tolero is a grade 5 pupil of the Mambulac Elementary School and is the daughter of Remegio and Zeny M. Tolero.

Mayol New WBC Light Fly Champ By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-11-23T19:58:00.000-08:00

Rodel Bryan Generalao “Batang Mandaue” Mayol (B: 1981) of Mandaue City, Cebu,Philippines dethroned defending World Boxing Council (WBC) light flyweight champion Edgar Alejandro Sosa (B: 1979) of Mexico via 2nd round TKO last November 22, 2009 (the 23rd in manila) at the Palenque de la Feria, Chiapas, Mexico.

Mayol became the second Filipino to win a world western boxing title within the week after Emmanuel “Manny” Dapidran Pacquiao of General Santos defeated defending champion Miguel Cotto of Puerto Rico for the WBO welterweight title last November 14, 2009.

An accidental headbutt caused Sosa to fall to the canvas and open a cut above his cheek. The referee deducted a point from Mayol. Sosa was later hospitalized for the fractured cheekbone. Sosa said, “The only way Rodel Mayol could beat me was by intentionally fouling me. He should have been disqualified.” The camp of the Mexican boxer will be filing a protest with the WBC to change the decision to a no contest.

This was the fifth attempt by Mayol for a world title and the first successful one. Mayol improved to 26-4-1 20 KO; Sosa fell to 37-6 21 KO. Mayol was a 5 times Philippine amateur boxing champion before turning pro and joining the ALA Gym.

Sosa won the WBC light flyweight crown by beating then champion Brian Viloria via unanimous decision on April 14, 2007. He successfully defended his title eight times, the last one against Porsawan Popramook which he won via 4th round TKO on April 4, 2009.

Meanwhile, undefeated “Marvelous” Marvin Sonsona of General Santos, 19, vacated his World Boxing Organization (WBO) junior bantamweight crown after failing to make the weight for his bout against Alejandro “Payasito” Hernandez. Sonsona weighed 117.6 lbs. on the day of the fight, exceeding the weight limit of 115 lbs. Hernandez was exactly 115 lbs.

The match, which was held on November 22, 2009 in Canada, ended in a draw and the championship was still vacant. The judges scored the fight 115-113, 113-115, 114-114. Sonsona is now 14-0-1 12 KO; Hernandez is 22-7-2 11 KO.

UFC Heavy Champ Ill By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-11-17T19:58:00.000-08:00

The Scheduled title defense of 6’3”, 300-lbs. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) champion Brock Edward Lesnar (B: 1977) against Shane Carwin on November 21, 2009 will be postponed with no clear new date yet. The champ is sick.

This was revealed by UFC President Dana White shortly after UFC 105 “Couture VS Vera” last November 14, 2009 in Manchester, England.

No specific have been given as to what is the champ’s illness. The UFC previously announced that Lesnar was suffering from mononucleosis but as it turned out that the sickness is more serious than that. Lesnar specified though that it is not cancer or AIDS. Lesnar reportedly had minor surgery last November 10, 2009 in Bismarck, N.D.

Lesnar started his fighting career in Amateur Wrestling, placing 2nd in 1999 and winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA) Championship at the University of Minnesota in 2000. He ranked the #1 heavyweight in the Big Ten Conference, also in 2000.

From Amateur wrestling, Lesnar shifted to Professional Wrestling. He joined the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he became a 3 time champion and the youngest to hold the title that point in time. He was also the 2002 King of the Ring and the winner of the 2003 WWE Royal Rumble.

In 2004, he left WWE. The following year, he returned to Professional Wrestling via the New Japan Pro Wrestling and won the IWGP Heavyweight title in a three-way match on October 8, 2005 in the Tokyo Dome by pinning Masahiro Chono. Thiis made him one of a few American wrestlers to have held the title. He made a successful defense of his crown against former IWGP heavyweight champion Shinsuke Nakamura on January 4, 2006, former Sumo grand champion Akebono on March 19, 2006 at the Sumo Hall, and New Japan Cup winner Giant Bernard on May 3, 2006 in Fukuoka. He was stripped of the title in July 2006.

Lesnar made his Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) debut on June 2, 2007 at the K-1 Dynamite!! USA where he submitted Min Soo Kim due to strikes in 1:09 of the 1st round. He trained with Minnesota Martial Arts Academy under Greg Nelson, and University of Minnesota Assistant Head wrestling coach Marty Morgan for the fight.

Lesnar made his octagon debut at UFC 81: Breaking Point, where he initially dominated then UFC heavyweight champion, Frank Mir before being caught in a kneebar, forcing him to tap at 1:30 of the 1st round. Since then Lesnar won his next three fights against Heath Herring on August 9, 2008 (UFC 87), Randy Couture on November 15, 2008 (UFC 91) via 2nd round TKO, and Frank Mir on July 11, 2009 (UFC 100) via 2nd round TKO. He captured the UFC heavyweight title in his fight with Couture and the undisputed crown with Mir. Lesnar now has an MMA record of 4-1.

Lesnar is the second man in Nevada's combat sports history to wear4XL gloves, next to Choi Hong-Man. He is married to former WWE star Sable.

Bago City

2009-11-12T18:09:00.000-08:00

Bago City "Home of Historical and Natural Treasures" from Gary Lake Liza/Leo Vision on Vimeo.

Historical Silay

2009-11-12T17:16:00.001-08:00

Rediscover Silay from Gary Lake Liza/Leo Vision on Vimeo.

Tribe War a Success By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-11-11T00:19:00.000-08:00

Tribe W.A.R. (Warriors’ Art Rumble) V was held successfully by Tribu Hangaway Philippines of Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr., 6th Degree Black Belt, in cooperation with the Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Bacolod Chapter and the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) last October 17, 2009, at the Function Room (in front of Cinema 4), Gaisano Bacolod Supermall, Arantea St., Brgy. Singcang, Bacolod City.

Overall champion was Tribu Hangaway Philippines of Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr. with a 3-4 win-loss streak. 2nd to 4th places were Affinity of Coach Chester Laquian (3-3), Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod Team under Adrian Hillana (3-0), and Tumbatsu Strikes and Submissions (Iloilo City) of Club Head Gilton Solis (1-2).

RESULTS: John Lacson of Affinity, 115 lbs., over Obrienne Vidal of TH, 105 lbs. Luigino Lacson of Affinity, 125 lbs., over Jasper Vidad of TH. Arnel Baldelovar of Tumbatsu over Inno Espende of TH. Alan Mario Facturan of TH, 130 lbs., over Robert Canlas of Affinity, 125 lbs. (Men’s gi). Nikki Dionela of TH, 120 lbs., over Solidad Alcuizar of Affinity, 110 lbs. (Women’s gi). Michael Regalado of SSP-BT, 155 lbs., over Archie Doroteo of Tumbatsu, 155 lbs., via tapout at 1:32 of the 1st round with an armbar. Rameses Aloro of SSP-BT, 128 lbs., over Gilton solis of Tumbatsu, 127 lbs., via tapout at 4:41 of the 1st round with armbar. Jojo Casilao of Affinity over Edmund Acosilo of TH. Richard Dulaca of TH over Gino Ledesma of Affinity (Men’s gi). Adrian Hillana of SSP-BT, 170 lbs., over Pierre Ponce of Tumbatsu, 160 lbs., via tapout at 1:40 of the 1st round with triangle choke.

DEMONSTRATIONS: Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Bacolod Chapter led by Mr. Jerry de la Cruz showed self defense techniques against various street attacks. Master Ricardo P. Filipinas, Founder of Sacred Ki Art of Filipino Foot Fighting, performed two Karate kata from Shuri-te and Goju-ryu. Founders/Masters James U. Sy Jr. and Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado of Conceptual Martial arts society (CMAS), Inc. demonstrated CMAS seated self defense techniques against the knife.

OFFICIALS: Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr. (Tournament Director), Founder/Master Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado, Founder/Master Ricardo P. Filipinas, and Coach Chester Laquian (Referees), Founder/Master James U. Sy Jr. (Emcee), and Jerry de la cruz and Jessie Honor (Table Officials).

Tribe W.A.R. has been conceptualized by Master Flores for all those who wants to compete but are tentative in entering Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) events. The rules being used is an eclectic blend of established grappling competition rules.

Maria Aika Uy - Ms. Masskara 2009

2009-10-16T01:14:00.000-07:00

Congratulations

Maria Aika Uy of Riverside College
Miss Masskara 2009
Miss Samsung
Miss Olive C
Texters Choice

Christine Daphne G. Villanuava of the University of St. La Salle (USLS)
1st Runner Up
Negros Navigation Princess
Miss Photogenic
Best in Evening Wear

Romelie Laura of ABE International Business College
2nd Runner Up

Belinda Clare Thiel of the University of St. La Salle (USLS)
Best in Talent

Katrina Pearl Gomez OF Bacolod City College
Miss Congeniality

Tribe W.A.R. Set Oct. 17 By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-10-16T00:59:00.000-07:00

Tribe W.A.R. (Warriors’ Art Rumble) V will be held by Tribu Hangaway of Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr., 6th Degree Black Belt, in cooperation with the Tapondo International Federation Inc. (TIFI)-Negros this coming October 17, 2009, 1:00 P.M., at the Function Room (in front of Cinema 4), Gaisano Bacolod Supermall, Arantea St., Brgy. Singcang, Bacolod City.

Grapplers from host Tribu Hangaway, Affinity of Coach Chester Laquian, Fight Club Combat and Streetfighting Center of Founder/Chief Instructor Edwin J. Tusil, and Submission Sports Philippines (SSP)-Bacolod Team of Coach Jek-Jek Ferrer will see action in a total of 10 bouts.

Tribe W.A.R. has been conceptualized by Master Flores for all those who wants to compete but are tentative in entering Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) events. The rules being used is an eclectic blend of established grappling competition rules.

Interested parties may contact Master Flores at 0928-388-5530.

WEKAF Midwest Regional Eskrima Tilt On By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-10-15T21:00:00.000-07:00

The 2009 WEKAF Midwest Regional Filipino Stickfighting & Forms Championships will be hosted by Four Winds Martial Arts this coming October 17, 2009, Saturday, at the Alverno College Gymnasium, S. 39th Street & Morgan Avenue Milwaukee, WI, USA. For details see http://www.fwma.net/docs/2009_Midwest_Regionals.pdf.

URCC BRAWL 2009 This Oct. 17 By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-10-13T20:36:00.000-07:00

URCC BRAWL will be presented by Colt 45 Premium Strong Beer this coming October 17, 2009, Saturday, 7:00 PM, at the Negros Occidental Multi-Purpose Activity Center (NOMPAC) Gym, bacolod City.

The main event is a welterweight bout between Dennis “Boy Dumags” Retada of Dumaguete and Marcelino “The Beast” Basas of Bacolod. Co-main event is a bantamweight brawl between Joemarie “The pain” Penero of Dumaguete and URCC Visayan champion Leonard “The One” Delarmino. 8 other fights will feature MMA fighters from Davao, Iloilo, and Negros.

UDTA-Mayor Evelio “Bing” Leonardia Arnis Cup 2009 Huge Success By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-10-13T03:22:00.000-07:00

Participating teams during the opening of the UDTA-Mayor Evelio "Bing" Leonardia Arnis Cup 2009 held last October 4, 2009 at the Atrium Area, Gaisano Bacolod Supermall, Araneta St., Brgy. Singcang, Bacolod City.

The Universal Defensive Tactics Academy (UDTA) of Founder/Chairman Abraham G. Ganzon Jr. in cooperation with the Arnis Philippines Bacolod/Negros Chapter under Commissioner Grandmaster Danilo L. Cardinal and with the generous sponsorship of Hon. Bacolod City Mayor Evelio “Bing” Leonardia successfully held the UDTA-Mayor Evelio “Bing” Leonardia Arnis Cup 2009 last October 4, 2009, Sunday, at the Atrium area, Gaisano Bacolod Supermall, Araneta St., Brgy. Singcang, Bacolod City,

Guest of honor was Hon. Bacolod City Mayor Evelio “Bing” Leonardia. Immediate past Arnis Philippines Bacolod/Negros Commissioner Atty. Col. Grandmaster Marcelo “Pope” C. Jalandoon, Ph.D., Founder/President of the Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF), was also present to support the event.

Players from Bacolod, Bago, Dumarao, La Carlota, Roxas, and Sagay fought for different categories in the Anyo “Form (Tagalog)” and Labanan “Fighting (Tagalog)” divisions.

Overall champion was the Hon. Mayor Ramon D. Torres-sponsored Negros United Fighting Arts Academy (NUFAA) of Founder/Grandmaster Jose “Joe” B. Mancesa with a 33-4-4 medal tally. The Capiz Arnis Team under Grandmaster Carlito Ondillo was 2nd ploace with a 9-16-6 medal haul.

The Hon. Victor A. Tanco-sponsored Capiz Arnis Team was a composite of the Arnis Philippines-Capiz Chapter/Lightning Scientific Arnis International (LSAI) -Capiz Chapter (4-10-1), Capiz Arnis Federation (3-6-4), and LSAI-Dumarao Chapter (2-0-1).

3rd to 6th places were KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA) of Grandmaster Danilo L. Cardinal (4-8-11), DHSBNHS-La Carlota Arnis Club of Mr. Angel Agracio (3-0-5), Golden Kamagong Arnis Kali Eskrima Association (GKAKEA)-Sagay Chapter under Grandmaster Gener Arnais (0-1-2), and Siete Pares Arnis Club of Founder Rener Decripito (0-1-1).

ANYO TEAM EVENT. Boys Junior - Solo Baston: NUFAA (1st), KAA-BCC (2nd), La Carlota (3rd). Doble Baston: La Carlota (1st), NUFAA (2nd), KAA-BCC (3rd). Espada y Daga: KAA-BCC (1st).

Girls Junior - Solo Baston: NUFAA (1st), Arpi-Capiz (2nd.). Doble Baston: NUFAA (1st), Arpi-Capiz (2nd.). Espada y Daga: NUFAA (1st).

Men Senior - Solo Baston: NUFAA (1st), Arpi-Capiz (2nd.), Capiz Arnis Federation (3rd). Doble Baston: NUFAA and Arpi-Capiz (1st), Capiz Arnis Federation (2nd.). La Carlota (3rd). Espada y Daga: Arpi-Capiz (1st), Capiz Arnis Federation (2nd.), NUFAA (3rd).

Women Senior - Solo Baston: NUFAA (1st). Doble Baston: NUFAA (1st). Espada y Daga: NUFAA (1st).

LABANAN. Batang Pinoy - 11-12 years old: Bonbon Doctora of NUFAA (1st), Daniel Ciocon of KAA-BCC (2nd), and Jefe Pasco of KAA-BCC (3rd).

13 years old: Kei Gracias of KAA-BCC (1st), Darwin Dajao of KAA-BCC (2nd), and Al Asplico of Golden Kamagong-Sagay (3rd).

Boys Junior - Pinweight: Audi Mancesa of NUFAA and John Mar Arines of Arpi-Capiz (1st), John Kevin Guiking of KAA-BCC (2nd), and Me. Anthon Murphy of KAA-BCC (3rd).

Bantamweight: Francis marfil of NUFAA (1st), Hernan John Sinugbohan of KAA-BCC (2nd), and Arnel Ariola and Arnold Talibo of Golden Kamagong-(3rd).

Featherweight: Jose Victor Demata of LSAI-Dumarao (1st), Danny John Cardinal of KAA-BCC (2nd), and Ande Christofer Jabat of KAA-BCC and Keroy Juares of La Carlota (3rd).

Extra Lightweight: Ruel Hapdus of LSAI-Dumarao (1st), Eugenio Solano of Siete Pares (2nd), and Jerel Gane of NUFAA and Allan Castro of La Carlota (3rd).

Half Extra Lightweight: Edgardo Doctora of NUFAA (1st), Daryl Tonogbanua of golden Kamagong-Sagay (2nd), and Rover Paul Vedad and John Jonathan Guanzon of KAA-BCC (3rd).

Girls Junior - Bantamweight: Karen Libres of NUFAA (1st), Karen Mae Arcenas of Arpi-Capiz (2nd), and Melody Nidua of Capiz Arnis Federation and Renalyn Llanes of LSAI-Dumarao (3rd).

Featherweight: Susie Rebitimola of NUFAA (1st), April Joy Barcillano of NUFAA (2nd), and Jemina Borja of Arpi-Capiz (3rd).

Officials were Founder/Chairman/Chief Instructor Abraham “Abe” G. Ganzon Jr. of Universal Defensive Tactics Academy (Tournament Chairman), Arnis Philippines Capiz Commissioner Grandmaster Carlito A. Ondillo of the Lightning Scientific Arnis International (LSAI0-Capiz Chapter, Arnis Philippines Regional Referee Master Shiela M. Duran of Golden Kamagong-Bacolod Chapter, Master Francis Diaz of Guarra Style Modern Arnis, and Voltaire Daypal and Jether Palma of UDTA (Referees and/or Judges), Paul Anthony Ganzon and Romano Honor of UDTA (Table Officials), Master Crisostomo Diocena and Master Reynaldo A. Amoyo of Capiz Arnis Team (Officials), Sherla Ganzon, RN, and Ed Casas, RN (Medical Team), and Jungie B. Fernandez (Emcee).

Guests were P/Sgt. (Ret.) Founder/Grandmaster Estanislao “Eslao” T. Guarra of Guarra Style Modern Arnis and Self Defense Association (GSMASDA) , 1st Generation Inheritor Grandmaster Benefredo “Bebing” M. Lobrido of the Original Filipino Tapado Long Stick Fighting Association (OFTLSFA), Inc., Grandmaster Alejandro Dosa of Golden Kamagong-Bacolod Chapter, Master Maxwell “Max” J. Maun of the Bacolod Aikido Enthusiasts (BAE), Founder/Master Roy R. Flores Sr. of Tribu Hangaway (TH), Founders/Masters Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado and James U. Sy Jr., Master Joeffrey S. deriada, and instructors Lafayette A. Diamante and Lorema “Bing” H. tacsagon of the Conceptual Martial arts Society (CMAS), Inc./Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS), and Master Gualberto Dajao of KaliSilat Arnis Association (KAA).

CSR & CNC Gets Medals in Inter-Private Schools Taekwondo By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-10-12T18:25:00.000-07:00

The Inter-Private Schools Taekwondo Competition was held on september 12, 2009 at the Colegio de Sto. Tomas Recoletos, San Carlos City.

The Colegio de Sta. Rita (CSR) Team under Founder/Chief Instructor Deomedes N. Mamugay of the San Carlos Jungle Fighters Martial Arts Club (SACA JUFIMAC) took home 3 gold (2 in elementary girls and 1 in high school girls), 4 silver (1 in elementary boys, 2 in high school girls, and 1 in high school boys), and 1 bronze medals (high school boys).

The central Negros College (CNC) Team, also under F/CI Mamugay, carted away 3 gold (high school boys), 1 silver (high school girls), and 1 bronze medals.

The medalists will participate in the division Meet on October 30, 2009 which will be held in Gaisano San Carlos.

MassKara Queen 2009 Set

2009-10-12T17:20:00.000-07:00

The pageant night for the MassKara Queen 2009 will be held this coming October 15, 2009 at the USLS Coliseum, University of St. La Salle (USLS), La Salle Avenue, Bacolod City.

ABS-CBN, the beauty pageant's production outfit for this year, screened more than 50 ladies since september 15, 2009.

The 10 finalists (In order of their respective numbers)
1. Doanne Stephanie Perraren (17) Visayan Maritime Academy
2. Romelie Laura (19) ABE International Business College
3. Katrina Pearl Gomez (16) Bacolod City College
4. Belinda Clare Thiel (19) University of St. La Salle
5. Ma. Aika Uy (19) Riverside College
6. Louella Suaparon (16)
7. Annhala Montilla (18) VMA Global College
8. Patricia Anne Po (18) La Consolacion College-Bacolod
9. Christine Daphne Villanueva (19) University of St. La Salle
10. Ma. Adora Uy (22) University of Negros Occidental–Recoletos

MassKara 2009 Arnis Tilt Set

2009-10-12T17:16:00.000-07:00

The MassKara 2009 Arnis Open Competition will be held this coming October 16, 2009 at the Bacolod Arts, Youth, and Sports (BAYS) Center, San Juan St., Bacolod City.

Colt45 URCC Brawl "Bar Fights"

2009-10-07T19:52:00.000-07:00

What: Colt45 URCC Brawl "Bar Fights"
Where: Cafe Breizh Bar and Restaurant, Bacolod City
When: October 3, 2009

Balintawak Eskrima This October 10, 2009

2009-10-06T17:44:00.000-07:00

Instructor: Grandmaster Ver Villasin
Date: October 10, 2009, Saturday, 1:00–5:00 PM
Venue: Hayward Martial Arts, 1024 B Street, Suite 1, Hayward, CA 94541
Fee: US$50
For inquiries: Hayward Martial Arts (510) 967-2688
Philippine Martial Arts Academy (925) 864-7477
Villasin Balintawak Arnis Academy (707) 655-9262

USLS Masscom Health Lecture @ Murcia Big Success By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-10-05T18:30:00.000-07:00

The specially prepared tarpulin custom made by the University of St. La Salle (USLS) Mass Communications students of the Mass Media and Society class for the event.

At least 22 mothers, aged 19 to 84 years old, were in attendance during the lecture.

The University of St. La Salle (USLS) Mass Communications students of the Mass Media and Society class giving a skit depicting the dangers of unsanitary street foods.

Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc. Founder Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado of the Center for La Sallian Ministries (CELAM), University of St. La Salle (USLS) demonstrating a Tai Chi breathing exercise to strengthen the lungs.

Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc. Founder James U. Sy Jr. of Asian Alcohol Corporation explains how to attain and maintain health by striking a balance between the opposing yet complimentary forces of yin and yang.

Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc. Chapter Head Lafayette A. Diamante, RN, of the Murcia LGU Municipal Health Center giving a basic view of A(H1N1) and ways on how to keep safe against it.

Resource speaker Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado (right) receiving a certificate of appreciation from organizers (L-R) Mark Christopher Dueñas, Prof. Allen del Carmen, and Honelie M. Daquipil.

Resource speaker James U. Sy Jr. (right) receiving a certificate of appreciation from organizers (L-R) Mark Christopher Dueñas, Prof. Allen del Carmen, and Honelie M. Daquipil.

Resource speaker Lafayette A. Diamante (right) receiving a certificate of appreciation from organizers (L-R) Mark Christopher Dueñas, Prof. Allen del Carmen, and Honelie M. Daquipil.

Organizers (L-R) Mark Christopher Dueñas, Prof. Allen del Carmen, Honelie M. Daquipil, and Angelo Yanson.

Mass Media and Society class Coordinator Honelie M. Daquipil thanking the officials, guest speakers, fellow students, and the attendees of the lecture.

The University of St. La Salle (USLS) Mass Communications students of the Mass Media and Society class with Prof. Allen del Carmen

The University of St. La Salle (USLS) Mass Communications students of the Mass Media and Society class of Prof. Allen del Carmen in cooperation with the Brgy. Damsite Council under Hon. Punong Brgy. Rolando Berondo Gumawa and Ailyn Nepomuceno of the Brgy. Damsite Day Care Center successfully held the information and education campaign entitled Maayo nga Ihibalo ni Nanay, Kaayong Lawas ni Toto kag Inday (Mom’s Knowledge, the Children’s Health) last October 4, 2009, Sunday, 10:15 A.M.-12:00 NN, at the Brgy. Damsite Day Care Center, Brgy. Damsite, Municipality of Murcia, Negros Occidental.

Honelie M. Daquipil, the Coordinator of the Mass Media and Society class and a resident of Brgy. Damsite, was instrumental in organizing the event by coordinating with the Murcia LGU Municipal Health Center under Hon. Mayor Sonny Coscolluela and Dr. Raymund Antonio A. Maguad for the sourcing of the guest speakers.

28 AB Mass Comm students worked together to make the event a success. At least 22 mothers, with aged 19 to 84 years old, were in attendance.

The three guest speakers, who represented various professions, were core members of the Bacolod-based Conceptual Martial arts Society (CMAS), Inc. They were Lafayette A. Diamante, RN, of the Murcia LGU Municipal Health Center; Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado of the Center for La Sallian Ministries (CELAM), University of St. La Salle (USLS); and James U. Sy Jr. of Asian Alcohol Corporation.

The outreach activity, which was one of the requisites for the completion of the course under Prof. Del Carmen, was aimed to educate the mothers of the barangay on proper hygiene and disease prevention and promote health consciousness as well as encourage social responsibility among the students.

The USLS students gave out leaflets entitled Ngaa Kinahanglan Naton Mghugas Sang Aton Kamot, presented a mini skit depicting the dangers of unsanitary street foods, and a powerpoint presentation on kinaaung lawas.

Diamante, the son of Judge Napoleon S. Diamante and former banker Arlene A. Diamante, gave the attendees a basic view of A(H1N1) and ways on how to keep safe against it. He demonstrated the proper way of washing the hands as practiced in the medical profession. Diamante also touched on various health concerns of the residents.

Sy, Co-Founder of the Conceptual Martial Arts (CMAS), Inc., presented the World Health Organization (WHO) definition of total health and wellness (physical, mental, and spiritual) and related it to the Chinese concept of preserving health by striking a balance in the interplay of the yin and yang. He emphasized that health comes from moderation in everything, hygienic and healthy lifestyle, proper diet, sufficient sleep, and enough medical knowledge.
Alojado, Co-Founder of the Conceptual Martial Arts (CMAS), Inc., discussed environmental sanitation , pointing out the appropriate relative distance between the drinking water source and wells, comfort rooms, washing streams, etc. and the necessity of hygiene in all aspects of life. He also demonstrated some stretching and breathing exercises from Tai Chi Chuan for better health.

USLS AB Mass Comm students present were Jessa Marie t. Alunan, Seth Salvador F. Aquillos, joery Aristoque, Charmaine Marie B. Bernaldez, Honelie M. Daquipil, Jenereb H. Destacamento, Mark Christopher Dueñas, Mary Ellen Joy C. Esguerra, Kimberly Grace B. Fernandez, Lorren Christi I. Ferrer, Alyssa grace P. Gelorgo, Marielle C. Hechanova, Jason Clyde John V. Jaoriel, Justine Jane Jomento, Diane Rochelle P. juntado, Rocky E. Lape, Lorenz Elmtherson Libo-on, Joel C. Masadia Jr., John Paul Militante, Camille Jade D. Nayon, Francine Marie G. Pacificador, Ma. Eda Ashley M. Peñas, Dora Erika Pueda, Karen Raganas, Stella Mari M. de los Reyes, Eugene Nicolas Saño, Anna Loreto G. Saril, Harvey R. Tee.

The Brgy. Damsite residents who attended the lecture were Myrna Batallones, Rosalie Batallones, Terry Batallones, Meziel Cabataña, Berlyn Clauso, Genalyn Domingo, Verna Ellot, Felicitas Flores, Marissa Flores, Melinda Flores, Josselle Anne Hawod, Eliza Macomiso, Merigan Melchor, Shyrel Nieves, Remybeth A. Resaban, May Ann Sagos, Letecia A. Saylo, Crisanta Yanson, Herbacia Yanson, and Jennifer Yanson.

BASSDUMAS Conducts Promo Exams By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-09-29T00:58:00.001-07:00

Hon. Councilor Renel Garcia making his inspirational message.

Conclusion of one of the bouts.

Master Romeo G. Banas (left) receiving his certificate of appreciation from Hon. Councilor Renel Garcia (center) and Founder/Chief Instructor Ian B. Negrido.

Hon. Councilor Renel Garcia (left) receiving his certificate of appreciation from Master Romeo G. Banas (center) and Founder/Chief Instructor Ian B. Negrido.

Group picture of the Bassdumas (Baston Sipa Sumbag Dumog Martial Arts Society)

The Talisay City-based Bassdumas (Baston Sipa Sumbag Dumog Martial Arts Society) of Founder/Chief Instructor Ian B. Negrido with the generous sponsorship of Hon. Mayor Dr. Eric M. Saratan and under the sanction of the Victorias City-based Red Musang Self Defense Combat Sports of Master Romeo G. Banas successfully held its rank promotional examination last September 27, 2009 at the Talisay City Sports and Cultural Center, Talisay City, Negros Occidental.

Representing Hon. Mayor Saratan was Hon. Councilor Renel Garcia who gave the inspirational speech for the event. Garcia reminded the youth that the purpose of their training was to develop self confidence, discipline, righteousness, and the ability to protect one self and loved ones as a last resort. He congratulated the examinees for their dedication to the arts and wished them luck on their hands-on examination.

A total of 9 Kickboxing-style armored sparring bouts were held to put to the test the techniques that the students have learned in their training. Protective gears worn include chest protectors and gloves.

Master Romeo G. Banas of Red Musang Self Defense Combat Sports, 7th Degree Red Belt, was Chief Examiner. Judges for the bouts were Founder/Chief Instructor Ian B. of Negrido of Bassdumas Combat Sports, 5th Degree Black Belt; Talisay City Boxing Trainor Jandell E. Martir of Bassdumas Combat Sports, 2nd Degree Black Belt; another student of Negrido; and guest, Founder/Master James U. Sy Jr. of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc., 4th Degree FTSD/PDA/LVA.

RESULTS. Jeho Tibaba of Talisay over Jason Celestial of Bacolod. Rodnik Kasuncad of Katilingban, Talisay over Ariel Canapit of Zone 12-A. Elbert Cablara of Katilingban, Talisay over Jaylor Legaspi of Bacolod. Emilio Lazona of Katilingban, Talisay over Jonel Tilad of Hinigaran. John Vicente Tirthdas over Edwin Atunducan of Katilingban, Talisay. Roldan Arangko of Katilingban, Talisay over Jomel Bacalso of Sagay. Lolibert Cabatuan of Brgy. Zone 12-A over Rowel Tilad of Hinoba-an. Jun-Jun Lozarito of Katilingban, Talisay over Joseph Garcia of Bacolod. Jerold Cablara of Katilingban, Talisay over Jovenier Montemayo of Hinoba-an.

Those promoted were Edwin Atunducan, Roldan Arangko, Jomel Bacalso, Lolibert Cabatuan, Ariel Canapit, Elbert Cablara, Jerold Cablara, Jason Celestial, Joseph Garcia, Rodnik Kasuncad, Emilio Lazona, Jaylor Legaspi, Jun-Jun Lozarito, Dennis James Miralles, Dyle francis Miralles, Jovenier Montemayor, Christian Negrido, Jonifer Ramos, Mars Rosendo, Mommy Ruiz, Eduardo Silinap, Gerald Tibaba, Jeho Tibaba, Jonel Tilad, Rowel Tilad, and Ronnie Villahermosa (Green Belt), John Vicente Tirthdas (Black Belt), and Engr. Edgar Beduyas and Jandell E. Martir (2nd Degree Black Belt).

Negrido, who is a student of Master Banas, was very grateful to Mayor Saratan for his generous support to the event, “This means much to us because through the martial arts we are able to guide the students to the path of personal development and away from vices such as alcoholism, smoking, drugs, gambling, etc.” Negrido is the Provincial Training Director for

Master Banas is a student of Grandmaster Julius B. Delasan, 9th Degree Red Belt, Founder of Zion Original Disciples in Arnis and Combat Sports (ZODIACS) Philippines (SEC Reg. No. CN200725845). Master Banas is the Founder of the Victorias City-based Red Musang Self Defense Combat Sports.

GM Delasan learned Adino Eznite from Grandmaster Dionision Valencia way back in 1957 in UP Los Baños. His training mates were Col. Meliton Geronimo, Julius B. Delasan, and Capt. Emma Henry. Adino Eznite is an eclectic form of martial arts which combines the best aspects of several established systems such as Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Arnis, etc.

Master Banas serves as Deputy National Vice President and Region 6 Training Director of ZODIACS Philippines. Master Banas was originally from Zamboanga del Norte but immigrated to Negros in 1987 where he started teaching in 1990. By 1993, he already had 5,000 students all over Negros.

Last July 12, 2009, Bassdumas (Baston Sipa Sumbag Dumog Martial Arts Society) Combat Sports held its graduation ceremonies for 12 Brgy. Public Safety Officers (Brgy. Tanod) of Brgy. Alicante who satisfactorily completed the Advanced Training in Survival: Defensive Tactics Against Bladed and Impact Weapons and Handcuffing Procedures in Accosting and Arresting at the Public Plaza, Brgy. Alicante, Municipality of E.B. Magalona, Negros Occidental.

Happy Birthday to Mary Ann M. Abriola!!!

2009-07-27T03:47:00.000-07:00

To Mrs. Mary Ann M. Abriola who will be celebrating her 50th birthday this coming July 27, 2009, we want to wish you a very happy birthday! Wishing you Godf's infinite grace and blessings this year and always. May you continue to have happiness in life and peace of mind and heart.

From Your Daughter Jennifer June Abriola, Your family, and the websmasters of Visayan Filipino Martial Arts Blog

Pacquiao Beats MMA Stars for ESPY Award By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-07-25T04:42:00.000-07:00

Filipino Boxing champion Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao was voted “Fighter of the Year” during the 2009 ESPY (Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly) Awards last July 15, 2009, besting UFC champions Lyoto Machida (Karate) and Anderson Silva (Muay Thai) and fellow boxer Sugar Shane Mosley.

Pacquiao of the Philippines (B: 1978) had odds of -300 to capture the award. His sensational 2nd round KO of Richard “Ricky” John Hatton of Great Britain (B: 1978) and his 8th round stoppage of Oscar “The Golden Boy” De La Hoya of the USA (B: 1973) snatched the award for him.

2 time IBF and IBO light welterweight champion Hatton is formerly the WBA welterweight and WBU/WBA light welterweight champion as well as the former WBC/WBA/WBO intercontinental light welterweight and Ring Magazine junior welterweight champion.

Barcelona Olympic gold medalist de la Hoya has a more impressive record, having captured 10 world titles in six different weight classes.

Pacquiao, meanwhile, is the first Filipino and Asian boxer to win five world titles in five different weight divisions; he was a former world champion in the lightweight (WBC), super featherweight (WBC), super bantamweight (IBF), and flyweight (WBC) divisions and is currently the IBO and Ring Magazine light welterweight champion. He has also held the Ring Magazine crowns for featherweight, super featherweight, and light welterweight divisions. Pacquiao is rated by Ring Magazine as the No. 1 pound-for-pound boxer in the world. He is also the first boxer to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes.

Both Machida and Silva gave sensational performances during the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC) 100 to be nominated for the “Fighter of the Year.”

The nomination of Machida and Silva, however, is the first time that more than one Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighters were nominated for the award. In 2008, UFC champion Georges St. Pierre (Karate) was the first ever MMA fighter to be nominated for the award.

The ESPY Awards is a yearly sports awards event organized by cable TV network ESPN. Winners are chosen exclusively through online fan voting.

Tai Chi Chuan Presented at St. Scho’s By: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-07-24T04:36:00.000-07:00

Narciso "Hansy" L. Alojado of the Center for La Sallian Ministries (CELAM), University of St. La Salle (USLS) was invited by Grade School Physical Education (PE) Coordinator Mary Grace Villasor-Geolingo as a resource person in an introductory workshop on Tai Chi Chuan for the opening of the Nutrition Month Celebration last July 20, 2008 at the St. Scholastica’s Academy (SSA) Gymnasium, Eroreco, Bacolod City.

About 80 grade 5 students representing 2 sections joined the short workshop. Officials heading the affair were Grade School Principal Sr. Catalina Dery, OSB, Academic Coordinator Bernandita Porras, and Science Coordinator Regina Joy Lamentac.

Geolingo, the proponent of the activity, points out that health has three aspects: the physical, mental, and spiritual. Nutrition and physical exercise fall under the physical aspect. Because of Tai Chi Chuan’s low-impact, non-injurious nature it is a welcome addition to the search for optimum health.

Tai Chi Chuan (alternate Romanization: Tai Ji Quan) “Grand Ultimate Fist” is a thousands year old Chinese internal martial art that seeks balance and harmony within one’s body and the environment. It is characterized by slow, graceful movements with an emphasis on natural breathing and self healing. Medical studies, including those performed in Beijing, China, show that Tai Chi can alleviate and at times overcome a number of ailments such as tension and stress, diabetes, asthma, etc. It has also been show to cleanse the body of toxins and strengthens the immune system of the body.

Alojado, Co-Founder of the martial arts research and documentation group Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc., taught the Yang Style 8 postures form. There are several versions of the Tai Chi form among them the 10, 24, 37, 42, 108, etc. but Alojado decided to focus on the 8 postures because of the limited time slot and so that the students will have a concentrated introduction to the art.

Alojado first showed the individual postures and performed them slowly so the students may catch up. He showed how the form imitates nature and get energy from it. Finally, he synthesize the 8 postures into one continuous form.

The 8 postures are beginning (fold the blanket), repulse monkey (roll the arms), brush knee twist step, part the horses mane, wave hands like clouds, stand on one leg, separate foot, grasp the sparrow's tail, and conclusion.

Alojado is also the instructor for the Arnis class at the DMA Conservatory, which is run by Geolingo for the providing opportunities that enhance creativity, aesthetic and critical thinking skills, self-discipline, leadership, teamwork and an appreciation for diversity in its students through the various cultural arts. Geolingo herself teaches the Hip Hop and Dance Aero classes while fellow St. Scholastican Therese Manaloto teaches the Voice Lessons.

The Bacolod campus of St. Scholastica's Academy (SSA) was established in 1958. St. Scholastica was the twin sister of St. Benedict. Today the school has an enrollment of 1,517.

Rapid Journal Donated to Univrsity of St. La Salle Library Part I: The Turnover by: James U. Sy Jr.

2009-07-22T02:53:00.000-07:00

USLS Alumni James U. Sy Jr. (left) turning over the Rapid Journal donations to USLS College Librarian Henie S. Gonzales with Library Assistant for Acquisition Vivian Capanas and Narciso "Hansy" L. Alojado of the Center for La Sallian Ministriesa (CELAM) as witnesses.

The University of St. La Salle (USLS) College Library, now known as the Alfredo M. Montelibano, AFSC Library, under University Librarian Henie S. Gonzales received a donation of 40 issues of the Rapid Journal, the longest running and at present, the one and only martial arts resource in the Philippines, from its Editor/Publisher Daniel O. Go of Binondo through USLS alumni James U. Sy Jr. and Center for La Sallian Ministries’ Narciso “Hansy” L. Alojado last July 21, 2009 at the 1st Floor of the USLS College Library, USLS, La Salle Ave., Bacolod City. Witnessing the turnover was Vivian Capanas, Library Assistant for Acquisition, and Mrs. Gonzales’ son.

Rapid is an acronym for Research and Propagation for Internal Development. It was originally the name of a section of the Wushu Federation of the Philippines (WFP) which was organized by Go to systematize the study of Chinese Martial Arts (CMA), most especially the internal health art of Tai Chi Chuan, as well as research, document , propagate, and legitimize the arts and improve its teaching methods.

When the Rapid Group separated from WFP in 1996, Mr. Go, a 2 time Southeast Asian (SEA) Games Tai Chi Chuan gold medalist, started the publication of Rapid Journal, originally exclusive to Chinese Martial Arts (CMA) but later extended to cover Filipino, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Western, and other forms of martial arts (see www.rapidjournal.com).

What made Rapid Journal different from the standard martial arts magazine in the market, such as the more popular Black Belt and Inside Kung Fu, is that its articles are well researched, scholastic, and with great depth. Subjects cover the historical, cultural, linguistic, sociological, anthropological, ethnological, hoplological, economic, and political factors that have influenced the development and evolution of the various martial arts from different countries.

The public have a distorted view of the real meaning and essence of the martial arts because its practice in early modern society was mostly associated with gangsters and troublemakers. Although the media and the film industry had helped to popularize the arts, most of these exposures were centered on the fighting aspects of the martial arts and in the certain cases, exaggerated and/or distortied representation. Thus, Rapid Journal seeks to educate the public of the cultural and wellness benefit of the martial arts as well as the foundation philosophies and principles from which they were founded upon.

Many of the contributing writers for Rapid Journal have academic backgrounds which show in their works. Some professionals from the University of the Philippines (UP), University of St. La Salle (USLS), Southwestern University (Cebu) had written for the journal.

The donated materials were composed of Vol. 1 No. 1 up to Vol. 11 No. 3. Sy and Alojado, the Co-Founders of the martial arts research and documentation group Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), inc., hope that with the donation to the USLS College Library, Negros students, particularly those from the university, will have access to academically researched and documented works on the martial arts.

Previously donations were also made by Go thru Sy to the West Visayas State University (WVSU) and University of the Philippines in the Visayas (UP-V), two prominent scholastic institutions in Panay. In Negros, the University of St. La Salle was the primary pick as recipient because of its place as the city’s and province’s leading educational institution.

The University of St. La Salle (USLS) was founded as the La Salle College in 1952. The library was originally located at the ground floor of the Science Laboratory Bldg. The library’s present location was built and occupied in April 1983. At present, the library collection includes 87,281 books and 70,861 volumes of bound periodicals, pamphlets, and monographs, one of the most extensive in the province.

USLS is also a pioneer in new library technology in the province of Negros. In 1993, the library adopted the application of automation in the circulation area and the use of CDS-ISIS for its periodical index. The following year it adopted the use of CD-ROM and microfiche and in February 1995, the use of the internet.

A second set of Rapid Journal donations for Negros is planned for the University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos (UNO-R). The date has yet to be set but it will be before the year ends. Arrangements are being made for the transport of the journals from Manila to Bacolod and the subsequent communication with university officials.

The donated Rapid Journal will be available to researchers after the uUniversity Library finished cataloging and filing them in their assigned section.

Remembering GM Dominador “Doming” D. Ferrer (19By his student, James U. Sy Jr.20-2007)

2009-07-17T04:15:00.000-07:00

Last July 17, 2009 marked the 2nd year death anniversary of Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) Grandmaster Dominador “Doming” D. Ferrer of Bacolod City. GM Ferrer passed away at 86 due to a sudden cardiac arrest.

GM Ferrer was well loved and respected by the martial arts community because he exemplified the ideal character for a martial artist. Whereas other practitioners of the art would go around making challenges and/or preaching the superiority of their methods, GM Ferrer stayed humble, respected all arts, and always gave credit to his teachers. He taught Arnis publicly but carefully chose his students and made them vow not to use their skills for anything other than for the protection of one’s life and one’s loved ones.

GM Ferrer was always punctual and a very loving husband and father. He was a health buff, walking distances that would leave a younger but less fit man gasping for air. His grip was stronger than the average teen and he is still fast with the disarms. He advocated non-smoking, non-drinking, non-violence, and respect to one’s fellow men. He was a deeply religious man who did not fail to meet his Sabbath duty.

During World War II, he was a part of the guerilla movement in Negros under Lt. Liberato Montañes, Lt. Agustin Paraiso, and Lt. Lorenzo Dilag.

GM Ferrer is best remembered as the oldest living grandmaster of the Lapu-Lapu Viñas Arnis System in the world while he was alive and in a time when not many represented the art in demonstrations, he was there to continuously show the public the style his teacher, the late Grandmaster Jose “Joe” L. Viñas, founded. He studied under GM Viñas in October 1959 and was awarded his mastership on April 20, 1979. The Lapu-Lapu Viñas Arnis System is the oldest documented and verifiable method of Bacoleño Filipino Martial Art (FMA), having been established in 1932, the same year the famed Doce Pares was founded in Cebu. It is now headed by the Founder’s son, Headmaster Wilson “Nonong” E. Viñas.

Master Ferrer was recognized as an Arnis Grandmaster by the newly formed Negros Occidental Arnis Federation (NOAF) during the 4th National Arnis Tournament and Festival on July 26-27, 1986 at the West Negros College Gym. His certificate was signed by then NARAPHIL Visayas Region Commissioner Atty. Grandmaster Dionisio A. Cañete, NOAF President Jerson “Nene” Tortal, and Committee on Award Chairman Judge Grandmaster Demosthenes Magallanes. He also served as a judge during the tournament.

GM Ferrer may well also be the oldest instructor of Original Filipino Tapado in the world before he died. He studied the art under its Founder, the late Grandmaster Romeo “Nono C. Mamar of Taloc, Bago City, in the latter half of the 1980s. He was conferred his Junior Instructor rank in Original Filipino Tapado by GM Mamar on December 30, 1988 and his Senior Instructor degree on May 28, 1989.

GM Ferrer only established his own school, Kalantiaw Defense Society (KDS), only after GM viñas passed away. GM Ferrer taught Old Style Lapu-Lapu Viñas Arnis, characterized by a left side lead and a general absence of a numbered or named patterns.

On December 30, 2003, Headmaster Wilson “Nonong” E. Viñas, the son of the founder, conferred to GM Ferrer a 10th degree ranking in Lapu-Lapu Viñas Arnis, making him the first to be promoted to such high rank by a lineage holder. The same rank is recognized by the Intercontinental Federation of Filipino Martial Arts Schools (IFFMAS) of Grandmaster Elmer V. Montoyo. GM Ferrer is also recognized as a Grandmaster of the Negros Occidental Baston Federation (NOBF) of Atty. Grandmaster Marcelo C. Jalandoon.

GM Ferrer served as Arnis Training Director for Bantay Bayan under Regional Director Rudy Toledo. At a certain point in time, he had also taught hand to hand defensive tactics to the Philippine Army in Negros. He was a Council of Elders member of Conceptual Martial Arts Society (CMAS), Inc., IFFMAS, and Lapu-Lapu Viñas Arnis Aficionados Association (LVAAA) and is a Board Director for NOBF and Original Filipino Tapado Long Stick Fighting Association (OFTLSFA), Inc.