Filipino Combatives for Self Defense

At Strategic Defense, my mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge, mindset, and practical skills needed to protect themselves and others in any situation. I believe that self defense is a fundamental right, and I’m committed to providing my clients with effective tools for personal security, awareness, and resilience.

Strategic Defense is focused on serving individuals and small groups who are looking for focused, high-quality training in self-defense and personal protection. As the founder and instructor, I bring over 15 years of experience in corporate security and executive protection, along with more than 15 years of training in martial arts and defensive tactics.

My approach draws from a wide range of systems designed to develop body mechanics, coordination, timing, and reflexive response. These include Filipino Martial Arts—with an emphasis on Balintawak Eskrima (Tabimina Balintawak)—Silat, Muay Thai, Dutch-style Kickboxing, Boxing, and other disciplines. This diverse background allows me to tailor training to each person’s unique needs, goals, and experience level.

In addition to combatives, I provide instruction in essential personal security topics such as situational awareness, threat recognition, surveillance detection and route planning, and both proactive and reactive defense strategies. I’ve traveled extensively to study with leading experts around the world, and I’ve worked to integrate the best of what I’ve learned into a practical, adaptable system.

Whether you're just beginning your journey or looking to refine your existing skills, my goal is to help you become more confident, capable, and prepared to face real-world threats.