The Art of Filipino Knife-Fighting (Adelaide)

Join us for an immersive workshop on Filipino Martial Arts (Eskrima-Kali-Arnis), focusing on the Art of Filipino Knife-Fighting.

The Art of Filipino Knife-Fighting

Join us for an immersive workshop on Filipino Martial Arts (Eskrima-Kali-Arnis), focusing on the Art of Filipino Knife-Fighting.

Filipino Martial Arts are renowned for the mastery of edged weapons, and this session will introduce participants to the core principles, movements, and strategies of Filipino knife combat.

This hands-on workshop will explore the fundamentals of knife-fighting that have been passed down through generations of Filipino warriors.

Whether you're a beginner or experienced martial artist, this workshop offers valuable insights into close-quarter combat, blending practicality with tradition.

Come discover the efficiency of Filipino knife-fighting and integrate weapons training into your existing skillset!

Note: The content of this Workshop will be different from that taught at the ‘The Art of Knife-Fighting Workshop’ on 11 October 2025 at Lords Dojo in Adelaide - we will be working on further developing your skills, and expanding on the concepts, attacks, entries and finishes we trained last time! So if you attended the Workshop on 11 October 2025, you're welcome to attend this Workshop on 21 February 2026 and continue your learning and development.

This Workshop will be taught in two parts:

• Part 1 - Introduction to Knife-Defence, and
• Part 2 - Introduction to Knife-Sparring

~ PART 1: INTRODUCTION TO KNIFE-DEFENCE ~

In Part 1 - the ‘Introduction to Knife-Defence’ session, you’ll be introduced to the core principles of defending against a knife attack.

This ‘Introduction to Knife-Defence’ session will explore defensive skills against an edged-weapon threat — a practical introduction to surviving and escaping a life-threatening encounter, with an emphasis on function over flash.

What you will learn in Part 1:

✅ The realities of knife attacks: psychology, patterns, and misconceptions

✅ Tactics for shielding and countering against edged-weapon attacks

✅ Skills for redirecting, controlling, and escaping from edged-weapon threats

✅ Disarms, and understanding disarming principles & the difficulties of disarms

✅ The use of improvised tools to defend against a knife attack

✅ Scenario-based drills to build skills and improve response times

~ PART 2: INTRODUCTION TO KNIFE-SPARRING ~

In Part 2 - the ‘Introduction to Knife-Sparring’ session, you’ll be introduced to knife skills, knife vs. knife sparring drills, and have the opportunity to participate in light, controlled knife-sparring.

What you will learn in Part 2:

✅ Introduction to the philosophy of Filipino Knife-Fighting

✅ Knife grips

✅ Different types of knife attacks

✅ Angles of attack

✅ Knife vs. knife sparring drills

✅ Creating openings by feinting (faking) to draw a particular reaction from the opponent

✅ Flow drills to apply the techniques in real-time, improving your reflexes, coordination and decision-making under pressure

✅ Knife-sparring (controlled, light-contact)

Who the Workshop is for:

This Workshop is suitable for beginners, martial artists, and martial arts instructors, who are interested in personal protection, concerned about knife attacks, and are keen to integrate weapons into their existing skillset in a fun, friendly, safe yet exciting training environment!

As knife-defence is a serious topic involving potentially life-threatening situations, we approach the material with respect and clarity - but we’ll also keep most of the session light-hearted and engaging. Our goal is to create a balanced, positive training environment that supports focused learning while keeping things enjoyable and accessible for everyone.

No prior experience required - just a willingness to learn!

Details:

This is event is proudly brought to you by Sensei Brett Howe (Lords Dojo, Adelaide, South Australia) and Kyoshi Lorne Farrelly (Impact Martial Arts Karate-Jitsu, Adelaide, South Australia)

and proudly presented by Kacey Chong at Filipino Fighting Arts Academy.

Date: Saturday 21 February 2026

Time: 1pm - 4pm (arrive by 12:30pm for 1pm start)

Training Venue: Impact Martial Arts Karate-Jitsu. Prospect North Primary School, 30 Stuart Road, Prospect, Adelaide, South Australia

Parking: Free parking on the street nearby

What to bring:

• Training knives, if you have any
• Mouthguard and safety glasses, if you have them
• Water & snacks

What to wear: Comfortable sports wear

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Bookings are Essential!

The minimum age for participants is 18 years.

If you are under the age of 18 years and you train at Lords Dojo or Impact Martial Arts (or other martial arts school), you must have permission from a parent/guardian, your martial arts instructor, and Kacey Chong to participate.

Places are limited due to the size of the training venue, and also as we have a limited number of training knives.

Don’t miss out, grab your ticket today!

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Tickets:

Early Bird Offer - $75 per person (plus Eventbrite fees) - available until 11:30pm on Sunday 25 January 2026

General Admission - $100 per person (plus Eventbrite fees) - available until 11:30pm on Friday 20 February 2026

Your Instructor - Kacey Chong

Kacey’s journey in martial arts began at age 5 when she was introduced to martial arts by her father. Born in Malaysia and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Kacey has a diverse background in martial arts, combat sport, combatives and personal protection, bringing a wealth of knowledge and insight to her role as an instructor. 

Her training encompasses a wide array of disciplines, including sport and traditional TaeKwonDo, Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Filipino Martial Arts (Eskrima-Kali-Arnis), Silat, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do Concepts, providing her students with a comprehensive understanding of both armed and unarmed combat.

She has taught members of the military and police force, as well as prison officers and security personnel; trained, coached and mentored martial arts competitors and combat sport fighters; delivered specialist programs for corporate groups, women’s groups and sporting groups; officiated at martial arts tournaments; and served as the Victorian State Technical Director of the largest martial arts tournament in Australia (National All Styles Championships), providing training and support for judges and referees at the tournament.

Beyond the mat, Kacey is passionate about empowering women and vulnerable populations with the knowledge, skills and confidence to protect themselves. Through private training, workshops and courses, she strives to make self-defence education accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or experience.

With over three decades of expertise under her belt, Kacey continues to be a driving force in the world of martial arts, inspiring and empowering people through martial arts excellence.