Adults Who Train Kali Reap Significant Benefits Try Something NEW that you can STICK to!
Kali is great for everybody! no matter age or fitness level you can benefit from learning this ancient Art originated in the Philippines.
Our Adult classes are empowering and provide a different type of workout for both, your body and mind. You will greatly improve your hand-eye coordination, develop skill, improve reflexes, all while learning how to protect yourself.
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IN ONE OF THESE AREAS?
You want to be able to defend yourself or your family.
You struggle to be confident in your abilities & strengths and want a healthy way to decrease stress and anxiety.
You want to shed extra pounds and cultivate a positive body image.
WHAT IS BANATAN?
Banatan is a PTK Community located in South Florida. The word Banatan is from the Filipino dialect Hiligaynon (Ilonggo). Translated it means “in fight we keep going no surrender”, and it is the name given to our group by Tuhon Rommel Tortal. PTK is short for Pekiti Tirsia Kali, a blade-oriented Filipino combat art.
IMPROVE YOURSELF WITH EVERY CLASS!
Our Kali classes for adults can help you develop amazing hand eye coordination, increase your stamina, learn how to defend yourself and the people you love, get into great shape. They’re also a great place to make new friends. Whatever your goals are, you can achieve them in our classes.
QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS
Chris Nott is the Lead Instructor for Banatan PTK. He has been training and teaching martial arts for over 30 years in many different styles & systems, Jun Fan gung fu, Boxing, Inosanto Kali, JKD Concepts, Hagannah, and Filipino Martial Arts. I currently hold the rank of Lakan Guro under the Pekiti Tirsia Kali World Federation. As a teacher, my passion is helping students to develop their skills so they can realize their full potential.
FEEL GREAT ABOUT YOURSELF
It’s common for adults to struggle with self-esteem as they deal with competitive work environments and overloaded to-do lists.
Adults who study martial arts learn to search within themselves for their best qualities. They learn to self-motivate and not to worry what others think of them.
Martial arts instruction encourages students to feel good about themselves as they master new techniques.
MODERN TRAINING FACILITY
Our modern training facility is Clean, Safe & Sanitized. Banatan features state-of-the-art tatami series Fuji mats created with unique complex core foam technology these are the #1 Rated Mat Worldwide for Martial Arts Training and the Safest, Most Shock Absorbent training floor making it safer on your joints.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
All people need an outlet for their worry and anxiety – and martial arts classes provide it.
Banatan PTK, teaches traditional training methods under the guidance of the Pekiti Tirsia Kali World Federation from the Tortal family. Incorporating culture, tradition, philosophy, and history all blended into combative training. Pekiti Tirsia Kali is blade-oriented teaching our students how to use edged & impact weapons and how to translate them to empty-hand. At Banatan our goal is to help develop our student’s skills to a high level of proficiency to give them the confidence and knowledge to be able to protect and rely on themselves.
G Cerezo
I fly from California every 3 months to train at this School. Great Instruction & Training!
Julaine Fowlin
My son was with Family in Fort Lauderdale and I was able to register him and get everything situated from a distance for the Summer day camp. Coach Andrea was awesome and he had a good time. Very pleased with the customer service and the child care given.
Chris Fuori
Great school, good people!
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FAQS
Yes. Martial arts instruction combines physical fitness with mental strength, and people who feel fit and strong are also confident.
Yes, it happens all the time. Everyone in the class has an interest in martial arts and fitness, and that gives people a good starting place to build new friendships.
Yes. Martial arts instruction is tailored to each student’s capabilities and goals, so anybody – at any fitness level – can benefit from studying martial arts.
Yes, we love it when friends come in together. Working out together can help strengthen your friendship and help both of you meet new people, too.
Yes. Studying martial arts builds physical strength and mental resilience, and makes many people feel confident about their ability to defend themselves.
Yes. Martial arts instruction focuses on building core strength and improving balance. As you become more aware of your body and its capabilities, you will feel less clumsy.
MORE BENEFITS
Martial arts students believe in their strength and abilities because they know what their bodies can do.
People who study martial arts carry themselves with strength and authority, and that can ward off attackers.
Martial arts instruction focuses on achieving personal excellence, something that builds self-esteem.
Structured workouts tend to be more effective than solo workouts in terms of burning calories.
Martial arts techniques like kicking and punching help to build muscles.
Regular workouts help students feel good about themselves.
Exploring the mind-body connection helps students practice mindfulness.
Physical strength and mental strength go hand in hand.