Welcome to Mac Martial Arts Ltd
- 155 Falconridge Crescent NE
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- T3J 1Z9,
- Email: macmartialartsclub@shaw.ca
- Call: (403) 835 4427
Sport Arnis Canada seeks to encourage and promote amateur participation in Sport Arnis in Canada by providing a supportive framework for safe and effective participation in high quality programs that are inclusive and that respect equal access to all Canadians. Datu Shishir Inocalla will also be helping Sensei Lawrence promote the Sports Arnis program.
1) Sports Arnis Trainers and Coaches Certification - $250.00 2) Players and officials Certification - $150.00For more information: https://www.sportarniscanada.org/
Sensei Lawrence Macaraeg receiving his 4th-degree black belt from GrandMaster Shishir Inocalla
Official letter of Authorization for Sensei Lawrence Macaraeg to be the lead representative in Alberta for Sports Arnis Canada.
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His desire to reinvigorate interest in his country’s traditional martial arts grew over time, and he began making modifications and improvements to what he had learned.
In 1969 he moved to Manila at the request of a government official and formed the Modern Arnis Federation of the Philippines. He was assisted by individuals such as those who now are on the Modern Arnis Senior Masters Council: Rodel Dagooc, Jerry Dela Cruz, Roland Dantes, Vincente Sanchez, Rene Tongson, and Cristino Vasquez.
He continued to develop and spread his art, including via books, until political considerations forced him to relocate to North America.
There he met Wally Jay, George Dillman, and other martial artists who influenced his development of the art of Modern Arnis. In particular, many locks from Small Circle Jujitsu were added to Modern Arnis.
The art continued to grow and change, in technique and emphasis, though it always retained a focus on the single stick and general self-defense. Those who trained with Remy Presas in the United States in the 1970s and early 1980s experienced the art differently from those who began training in the late 1990s.
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he traveled extensively for seminars – the principal form of instruction in the system was through weekend training camps held around the world but especially in the U.S. – and also produced books and videos.
During this time he also experimented with different forms of titles and leadership in the art. The International Modern Arnis Federation Philippines would come to be the lead Modern Arnis organization in the Philippines, and the Deutschen Arnis Verband of Germany would be the lead organization in Europe.
In the United States, the International Modern Arnis Federation (IMAF) was the principal organization as far as certification was concerned, but the founder created a variety of titles that indicated some level of organizational or leadership authority in the art (as opposed to titles such as guro (“teacher”) or Punong Guro (“Headteacher”) that recognized teaching and/or technical ability).
Most prominent among these titles were Datu, meaning a chieftain or leader, awarded in this order to Shishir Inocalla, Kelly Worden, and Ric “Bong” Jornales (of Arnis Sikaran) (all in the 1980s).
The Masters of Tapi-Tapi titles were created to provide leadership and steerage for the IMAF following Remy Presas’ passing; the Datus were expected to take leadership roles that might see them move in different, and perhaps less conventional, directions. Through 2001, however, the art remained largely united under the founder.
In the wake of the 2001 death of Remy Preas, there has been a splintering of the remaining leadership of Modern Arnis. The IMAF, previously the organization of record for North American Modern Arnis practitioners, split into two subgroups, one headed by Randi Shea and one headed by Jeff Delaney; the remaining five Masters of Tapi-Tapi continue to be associated with the former group.
In many ways, the situation is analogous to what occurred in the Jeet Kune Do and American Kenpo communities following the deaths of their popular and charismatic founders.
In particular, the question of how high-ranking arnisadors should test for higher rank has been settled by different organizations in different ways. In some cases, this has caused controversy.
However, the fact remains that several groups are promoting what they see as ‘traditional’ Modern Arnis, while others are promoting variations of Modern Arnis, in keeping with its “modern” approach. The art is healthy and continues to attract students.
Mac Martial Arts proves it is the definitive martial arts school in NE Calgary by having world class, experienced instructors that will provide you the proper guidance on your martial arts journey.
For decades, Mac Martial Arts have helped people of all ages and from all walks of life grow their character, strength, and discipline in the most challenging and rewarding martial arts program in Calgary. Through our innovative martial arts instruction and fitness training that emphasizes what the students do right, Mac Martial Arts phys
For decades, Mac Martial Arts have helped people of all ages and from all walks of life grow their character, strength, and discipline in the most challenging and rewarding martial arts program in Calgary. Through our innovative martial arts instruction and fitness training that emphasizes what the students do right, Mac Martial Arts physically and mentally challenges each student to not only be the best martial artist they can be but the best person as well. Mac Martial Arts is more than just your neighbourhood Taekwondo and Kickboxing academy — we are a place that truly aims to change you and your family’s life for the better!
Mac Martial Arts feature a variety of different programs.
- Taekwondo Kickboxing
- Modern Arnis (Filipino Martial Arts)
- HIIT type fitness classes
Tuesday:
5 - 8 years of age - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Beginner
9 years and up 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Beginner and Intermediate
All levels 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm Modern Arnis
Thursday:
5 - 8 years of age - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Beginner
9 years and up 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Beginner and Intermediate
All levels 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm Modern Arnis
Saturday:
All levels 10 am to 12 pm
Monday to Friday - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday - 10:00am - 11:00am
All levels 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Modern Arnis classes only at this time
Saturday:
All levels - Kids Filipino Martial Arts class - 9:00 am to 10:00 am
All levels - Teens and Adult class - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
2024 Mac Martial Arts tournament in October
The next 30 plus days consist of a solid foundation of proper nutrition, cardiovascular training, resistance training, and recovery techniques. This plan will not be nearly as effective if you skip out on any of those fundamental tenets. They work in conjunction with each other and have a synergistic effect. If you follow the plan, you'll see the results. I haven't encountered one individual that actually did the program in its entirety and didn't see results. So the theory is on me but action is all on you. Email or call macmartialartsclub@shaw.ca or 403.835.4427 for login and password.
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