Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Question and Answers

1. What is Senkotiros?
Answer: It is a Filipino martial art style originated in Southern most part of Luzon in the Philippine Islands.

2. Since "Senko" means "five" in the Filipino language, what does that signify?
Answer: Signify the five angles of strikes in Senkotiros style.

3. What does " Tiros" mean?
Answer: Strike or attack.

4. Where did this little known Senkotiros stick fighting originated?
Answer: In the "Bicol" region on the Island of Luzon in the Philippines.

5. When did Senkotiros first become known to the Western World and why?
Answer: In the year 2000. To established the identity of the person who revived Senkotiros after many years of non-existence in the past.

6. Who first introduced it to the United States?
Answer: Grandmaster Max Pallen.

7. What distinguishes it from other stick fighting styles?
Answer: The method of defensive techniques, minimized movement, shielding application and small circle concept.

8. Can anyone learn this stick fighting art?
Answer: Yes.

9. What other styles of stick fighting is Senkotiros related to?
Answer: Possibly Doce Pares, Modern Arnis, Balintawak and Pekiti Tirsia.

10. How many types of strikes does Senkotiros have and what are they?
Answer: Three types, control, re-tract and follow through strike.

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