The speciality of Dacayana Eskrima, an indigenous Cebuano martial arts system from the Philippines, lies in its unique approach to various aspects of combat, distinguishing itself from other Filipino martial arts (FMA) systems such as Kali, Eskrima, and Arnis.Dacayana Eskrima’s approach, focusing on speed, precision, and the integration of unique consecutive strikes, reflects a deep understanding and respect for the martial arts heritage of Cebu, making it a distinguished practice within the Filipino martial arts landscape.
Signature Techniques: Unlike other systems, Dacayana Eskrima introduces a novel approach with its footwork and a sequence of five signature strikes, offering a fresh perspective on single stick combat.
Innovative Patterns: Moving away from the traditional Sinawali patterns, this system employs a unique flow based on its five consecutive strikes, offering a different rhythm and strategy in double stick handling.
This includes empty hand techniques versus an untrained Knife attack. It involves Controlling, Counter Striking, Counter Locking, Disarming, Positioning, Takedowns and Control, the Dacayana System of 12 Combat Judo angles and forms, use of the Knife and much, much more. With unique training drills for close and long-range combat, the system uses forearms for effective blocking and control in close quarters, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and quick reflexes.
This covers the Dacayana Knife Training methods, the Dacayana Knife fighting Forms, and techniques incorporating the Combat Judo methodology. The knife fighting techniques are particularly aggressive and swift, utilizing the principle of the five consecutive strikes to ensure speed and effectiveness in blade combat.
These are training methods and forms to prepare the student for advanced Sumbagay (fist fight) techniques as well as an historic teaching of traditional methods. It emphasizes the traditional use of actual blades in its Spada Y Daga (sword and dagger) training, as opposed to the more common stick and knife practices, aiming for authentic and fluid movements.
The system’s pocket stick techniques are designed for quick, decisive confrontations, characterized by an unstoppable flurry of attacks to neutralize opponents swiftly. Unstoppable protective self defence and attack which is very suitable for women.
Are taught throughout the curriculum of the unique Dacayana system. These methods are dynamic and fun, they rapidly increase speed and reflexes, help with timing and flow and can also be used to increase power and movement. The Balla Balla training is available for grappling in close, medium and long ranges through it's set of 7 key drills.