It refers to the ancient fighting methods of the Philippines that also go by the name Arnis, Eskrima, and Kali.
It’s a weapons-based martial art that has its roots firmly planted on the intrinsic need for self-preservation.
During World War II, countless Filipino soldiers and freedom fighters skilled in different systems of FMA fought with valor. Among those brave souls was Doring Saavedra, the one and only teacher of Venancio Bacon, the progenitor of FMA-Balintawak Style. WOTBAG Blue System is classified under the Balintawak Style.
菲律宾武术是菲律宾古代的一种作战方法，也被称作Arnis、Eskrima或 Kali。它源于自我保护的需求，是一种以器械为基础的武术。
第二次世界大战期间，包括Doring Saavedra在内的无数菲律宾士兵和自由战士应用菲律宾实战武术英勇奋战。Doring Saavedra是菲律宾武术Balintawak派创始人Venancio Bacon的唯一导师。WOTBAG蓝色体系就从属于Balintawak派。