Hastartes Tactical

Hastartes Tactical teaches Pekiti-Tirsia Kali (PTK), a Filipino martial arts system built on force-on-force engagement and actual combat application. This isn't traditional karate or sport fighting—it's practical methodology designed for real-world self-defense situations.

"The system is no frills/no BS FMA for real fighting." - Joseph B., Mountainview, CA

The curriculum is organized around Doce Methodos ("The 12 Methods of Pasugat"), the foundation system covering force-on-force principles. Students progress through advanced systems including Pasunod (Contradas System) and Recontradas/Recontras.

Ranking advancement is based on two criteria: 1. Physical ability to execute combat principles tactically 2. Intellectual understanding of foundation and methodology

The ranking system has 4 phases with 3 levels each: - Phase 1 (Baguhan): Probationary/beginner students - Phase 2 (Disipulo): Foundation-level disciples - Phase 3 (Kawal): Advanced practitioners with associate instructor role - Phase 4 (Dalubhasa): Senior instructors with advanced system knowledge

Students graduate to certified Guro (teacher) after completing all 12 levels.

• •Ginunting (short-sword)
• •Knives of various lengths
• •Sticks and impact weapons

• •Pangamut: Open-hand striking and trapping
• •Sikaran: Low-line kicking
• •Dumog: Limb destructions, throws, and takedowns

• •Karambit/Lugod (sickle-shaped knives)
• •Palakol/Wasay (tomahawks, small axes)
• •Malayu Sibat (long spear) and Bankaw (staff)
• •Dos Manos (two-handed swords)
• •Flexible weapons (steel chain, nunchaku, 3-section staff, paracord)
• •European sabre

Firearms proficiency is highly encouraged. The group regularly schedules range days for shooting fundamentals, CQB exercises, and other tactical practice.

Students learn to identify and utilize everyday objects—flashlights, pens, books, keys, water bottles, clothing, belts—as weapons of opportunity.

Address: Core Star Center, 439 W 2nd Ave, Eugene, OR 97401

Hastartes offers distance learning courses covering the same Pekiti-Tirsia Kali System taught to in-person students. The Affiliate Instructor Program allows remote candidates to train and become certified instructors.

• •Intro to Balintawak (Jan 31, 2026) — 4 hours, $35
• •Abecedario De Mano series — Multi-part workshop covering foundational hand techniques (Hampak/slaps, punches, elbows, kicks)
• •Specialized weapon workshops: Malayu Sibat (spear), Karambit (hooked knife), DUMPAG (empty-hands system)

Testimonials consistently highlight: - Quality instruction: Guro Ferd takes time explaining drills and pushes students to execute properly - Practical focus: Training targets actual fighting and self-defense, not tournament sport - Comprehensive curriculum: From basic footwork to advanced weapon systems and empty-hand combatives - Supportive community: "A great group of guys" with emphasis on both skill development and camaraderie - Experience: Instructors have extensive knowledge and real sparring/fighting background

"Many instructors can teach how to attack but Guro Ferd teaches how to be safe. The material is logically presented and quite effective." - Carlo A., CA