The 12 Principles of Presas Arnis - Introduction

At Kindred Protective Arts, we have a set of overarching principles that guide our training. The idea is that everything we do and teach is related to one or more of these fundamental principles. It’s a great way to tie together all of the techniques and drills we do into a cohesive whole.

Black Belts at KPA demonstrate deep understanding and application of these concepts.

Two of our KPA Black Belts. Feel free to ask them about the 12 Principles!

We keep these 12 Principles in a prominent place in our school, right next to our lineage and our American and Philippines flags.

In class, it's normal to work on a concept or technique and refer to one or more of the 12 Principles. Students see all the different ways these principles support almost everything we do.

These are the 12 Principles of Presas Arnis:

Relax

Find the Fight

Fundamentals Always Matter

Own Your Space

When It’s Time to Change, Change

It Is All The Same

Know the Commonalities, Understand the Differences

Weaponize Everything

Learn From Everyone

Always Seek Positional Advantage

Always Respect Your Opponent

There Is Always A Counter

You can click on each principle above to learn more.

If you'd like to ask us in person about the 12 Principles (or see them in action), contact us for a free trial class today!