Training at RDS Philippines

Traditional Martial Arts & Modern Combat Training in One Location

At Rising Dragon School Philippines, training is immersive, disciplined, and results-driven.

This is not a gym and it’s not a casual holiday class — it’s a residential training environment where students train daily, recover properly, and live the martial arts lifestyle.

All training takes place at our private hillside facility in Bohol, Philippines, under the direct guidance of experienced coaches with decades of real-world teaching and combat experience.

Whether you are here to train seriously, reset your body, or pursue long-term mastery, the training structure adapts to your level while maintaining high standards.

Filipino Martial Arts (Eskrima)

The core system of RDS Philippines

Eskrima (also known as Kali or Arnis) is the foundation of our training program and the primary martial art taught at RDS Philippines.

Our Eskrima system focuses on:

Stick fighting fundamentals
Blade awareness and defence
Empty-hand translation
Footwork, timing, and distance control
Realistic self-defence principles

Training is progressive and structured, making it suitable for:

Complete beginners
Intermediate martial artists
Long-term students
Those pursuing instructor certification

Eskrima is trained daily and forms the backbone of both general training and the 1-Year Eskrima Instructor Program.

Boxing

Practical striking, movement, and conditioning

Boxing is offered as a complementary striking discipline to support:

Hand speed and accuracy
Footwork and balance
Defensive awareness
Cardiovascular conditioning

Sessions focus on clean fundamentals rather than sport ego. Boxing supports Eskrima by sharpening reactions, timing, and composure under pressure.

Boxing training is optional but strongly recommended for students wanting a complete combat skillset.

Muay Thai

Clinching, knees, elbows, and pressure

Muay Thai training adds close-range striking and conditioning to the RDS system. Emphasis is placed on:

Clinch control
Elbow and knee mechanics
Balance and durability
Mental toughness

This is functional Muay Thai designed to integrate with self-defence and weapons-based awareness, not a fight camp environment.

Internal Martial Arts & Mind-Body Training

Structure, breath, and longevity

Internal training sessions are taught alongside external martial arts to ensure:

Joint health and recovery
Breath control and nervous system regulation
Structural alignment and efficiency
Long-term sustainability

Internal practices support both martial performance and overall wellbeing and are especially valuable for long-stay students.

How Training Works

Training runs 5 days per week
Multiple daily sessions depending on program and goals
Programs are adapted to:
- Skill level
- Physical condition
- Length of stay
Rest, recovery, and mobility are built into the structure

This allows students to train intensely without burnout.

Who This Training Is For

RDS Philippines is suited to:

Adults seeking serious martial arts training
Long-stay students wanting immersion
Martial artists looking to refine fundamentals
Individuals combining training with fitness or body transformation
Future instructors preparing for certification
Fighters preparing for a fight

If you’re looking for a casual drop-in class, this is not the right place.

If you want structured training in a focused environment — it is.

Continue Your Journey

👉 Explore the 1-Year Eskrima Instructor Program

👉 Enquire about residential training at RDS Philippines