Philosophy

PIMA Academy was built on GM Cuesta's belief that each student's personal goals, fitness level, and experience should always be kept in mind. Whether you are completely new to martial arts or a master in another style, PIMA instructors cator to your individual needs and ability. If you need more time to develop, you will not feel pressured. If you have previous experience, you will not be held back. There are absolutely no age or fitness limitations and, because Doce Pares is an open system, you can join even if you are still practicing another martial art. PIMA is special because we are constantly learning from each other and anyone -- no matter your age or number of years practicing -- can be a teacher. We are family and welcome everyone.

Quick Facts

• First Doce Pares Multi-style System in the United States
• Official member school of Doce Pares International, the only officially recognized Doce Pares Organization in the Philippines.
• Doce Pares International United States Headquarters
• Home to over 20 world and national champions in both stick-fighting and sayaw/forms
• Many of the highest ranking Eskrima black belts and instructors in the United States had their Doce Pares start with GM Cuesta at PIMA (and most now run successful multi-style martial arts schools)
• PIMA has been covered several times by local newspapers and in a documentary on The Learning Channel.

What does PIMA teach?

Eskrima is a Filipino Martial Art known for lighting fast movements utilizing weapons (sticks, knives, sword and dagger) as well as empty hand trapping and striking techniques, including takedowns and locks. "Doce Pares" refers to a Martial Arts organization founded in 1932 Cebu City, Philippines. The term "Multi-Style" system refers to an assemblage of various styles of Eskrima that were introduced into the organization by the founding masters. These various styles of Eskrima were gradually incorporated into one training method in which we find what is presently know as the Doce Pares "Multi-Style" System of Eskrima. More on Doce Pares.

PIMA Academy's curriculum includes:

• Solo Olisi (Single Stick)
• Doble Olisi (Double Stick)
• Espada y daga (Sword and dagger)
• Baraw (Knife)
• Mano y mano (Hand to hand)
• Dumog (Grappling)

Learn more about the PIMA curriculum.

When can I train?

PIMA Academy is open 6 days a week and class days and times vary by level. Private lessons are available if you cannot make group classes or are searching for even more personal attention. Check here for specific times.