Ramiro Estalilla (Grandmaster)

Grandmaster / Founder

Filipino grandmaster and founder of the traditional long-stick and blade style Kabaroan Eskrima.

Quick Facts

Date of Birth20. století

Era20th–21st century

Country of OriginPhilippines / USA

Rank / TitleFounder of Kabaroan Eskrima / FMA Master

Active Years1960–present

Ramiro Estalilla Jr. is the lineage holder of Kabaroan Eskrima, preserving rare Northern Luzon long-staff (Bangkaw) and triangular blade mechanics.

Traditional Philippine fencing school with long rattan staff and sword from Ilocos.