Live Blade Pekiti Tirsia Kali
About
Live Blade Pekiti Tirsia Kali offers authentic Filipino martial arts training in Philadelphia, focusing on practical self-defense applications for real-life situations. The gym specializes in Pekiti Tirsia Kali, a comprehensive system that includes weaponry, empty-hand techniques, grappling, and ground defense, making it suitable for civilians, military, and law enforcement personnel. Instruction is led by Tuhon Rommel Tortal, an authorized instructor under Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje, Jr., ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to traditional principles. The curriculum builds progressively, with lessons designed to be easily understood while integrating historical and cultural knowledge.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the gym for its realistic, practical training that applies to real-life self-defense scenarios, including disarming, grappling, and ground techniques. They highlight the supportive, family-friendly environment where instructors like Angola and Jenna provide patient, detailed coaching that fosters physical, mental, and emotional growth. Specific strengths mentioned include the technical accuracy of Pekiti Tirsia Kali instruction, the progressive lesson structure, and the integration of Filipino cultural elements. No concerns are raised in the reviews, with members emphasizing inclusivity across ages, backgrounds, and skill levels.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Joseph Richardson
10 months ago
Great experience, instructors and classmates. Material is broken down where it's easy to understand, and builds on the previous lessons. A martial art style that protects, keeps you limber and exposes you to the rich Filipino culture.
Teddy Yun
10 months ago
I have practiced several styles of martial arts, but Live Blade stands out as the most realistic for real-life applications. This system is thoughtfully designed from the ground up, encompassing disarming techniques, grappling, and the ability to respond to unexpected situations, even when laid out on the ground. The instructors and fellow practitioners embody an incredible mindset, fostering a supportive environment where growth and resilience thrive.
Philly Warrior
10 months ago
Family and friendly environment, yet you will learn the true combative sciences of kali (PTK). Everything from weaponry, empty hand to groundwork. If you are a civilian, military or law enforcement take a class! Children classes also available! The instructors are most excellent and knowledgeable.Join join join!
Christopher Gaddie
10 months ago
I’ve always believed that the best people in the world are martial artists. Angola and Jenna fully embody this and more. They are kind and patient teachers, but they also push you to develop yourself physically, mentally and emotionally. They emphasize consistent practice and personal growth. They teach authentic Pekiti Tirsia Kali with technical accuracy and detailed instruction. They also operate a community and cultural center with a bunch of amazing programs that serve families and individuals in the community. If you want to learn practical survival skills or sharpen your mind this is the place.
Uru DJasur Netcher
10 months ago
Professional safe environment for learning Self-defense for all regardless of age, race, nationality, religious background, gender identify, sexual orientation or philosophical walk in life. The hallmark of Live Blade PTKCOP LLC is being instructed to proficiency by well accomplished instructors that live the values of Loyalty, Wisdom, & Respect while sharing vast historical, cultural and applicable close quarters combative knowledge of the supreme mathematics found within Pekiti Tirsia Kali to the point where this combative science integrates seamlessly into the diligent practioners everyday life, guided with a firm foundation on the principles of Believing in Life and not Death Believing in Good Health and not Sickness & Believing in Success and not Failure. Don't believe me check Live Blade PTKCOP LLC out for yourselves.
Contact
4500 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Tuhon Rommel Tortal
Authorized Instructor
Authorized by Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje, Jr.
Authorized to teach the true and authentic Pekiti Tirsia Kali to civilian, law enforcement, and security agencies.