Why learn the Ilustrisimo method / system ?

[RETIRADA]

I would like to ask my fellow Ilustrisimo practitioners on why they chose this particular system / method over the other FMA styles/systems.

For me, mainly due to it's simplicity, directness and functionality and also due to the people behind the art.

Salamat.

Louie

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

Personally I love the Ilustrisimo system because there are no blocks and all the reasons you give in your 2nd sentence.

Simon.

[RETIRADA]

Thanks Simon. Are you based in the Philippines or the UK ?

I am based in Canada but lived in Manila for 23 years.

Regards,

Louie

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

Based in Quezon City and train with Master Yuli.

[el maldito de cebu]

Based in Quezon City and train with Master Yuli.
I'am asking question. so the Illustrisimo system is already based in manila now? I heard some old students in bantayan already old 70+ age are still practicing there skills and still a potent vector even in there age but there no longer teaching the method to the new generation

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

Grandmaster Tony Diego is based in Manila and GM Ilustrisimo lived in Tondo, Manila.

Ilustrisimo students / Guros would know more as I belong to Bahad Zubu which is slightly different, being a blend of Ilustrisimo, GM Borinaga and Master Yuli's own research and experience.

There probaly are other Ilustrisimo family members who are skilled arnisadors in different areas apart from Manila. I think the system first came to widespread prominence due to Tatang's exploits though as you know the family have been infamous in Cebu for generations. Maybe somebody else can help you out as I for one would be interested as to how the system is similar / different to the styles under the doce pares umbrella.

[PG Michael B]

Why Ilustrisimo? Simple, it for me is like a good suit...fits well, wears well and by God I look good doing it..LOL. It is simplicity with intent...in, out, done, over..see ya that is why Ilustrisimo.....mabuhay Ilustrisimo

PG Mike B
BaHad Zu'Bu KA'LI Ilustrisimo
Western HQ
SATX

[Raul]

Ilustrisimo totally fits my temperament. It is simple, direct and quick to the point.

[Deep Fat Friar]

Why? It depends. ;)

[RETIRADA]

Thanks to all who replied. We are all very fortunate to be part of the Ilustrisimo system in one way or another. I have no regrets whatsoever in making a decision to concentrate my studies and training in this system.

Take care all and regards,

Louie

[el maldito de cebu]

Grandmaster Tony Diego is based in Manila and GM Ilustrisimo lived in Tondo, Manila.

Ilustrisimo students / Guros would know more as I belong to Bahad Zubu which is slightly different, being a blend of Ilustrisimo, GM Borinaga and Master Yuli's own research and experience.

There probaly are other Ilustrisimo family members who are skilled arnisadors in different areas apart from Manila. I think the system first came to widespread prominence due to Tatang's exploits though as you know the family have been infamous in Cebu for generations. Maybe somebody else can help you out as I for one would be interested as to how the system is similar / different to the styles under the doce pares umbrella.
thanks for the info bro. I know now where is there place in manila in is just within the city limits the cradle of old heroes but now tondo is change by time and due to poberty its now a den full of not heroes.

[Raul]

Who needs heroes? Heroes come when people can't stand up for themselves. People of Tondo lives in the present and not in the past. We don't believe nothing, we do something. Also, that poverty thing associated to Tondo is a cliche. You can find poverty everywhere. The difference with the poor of Tondo from others is that they work for a living and don't depend on government handouts or welfare. You should also be aware that there are many millionaires who live or at least maintain a house or two over there.

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

Well put Raul. Just read that to my wife who was born in Tondo and she appreciated it too. :)

[Phil Mar Nadela]

Who needs heroes? Heroes come when people can't stand up for themselves. People of Tondo lives in the present and not in the past. We don't believe nothing, we do something. Also, that poverty thing associated to Tondo is a cliche. You can find poverty everywhere. The difference with the poor of Tondo from others is that they work for a living and don't depend on government handouts or welfare. You should also be aware that there are many millionaires who live or at least maintain a house or two over there.

I miss tondo,When i us to live in the P.I. i frequent in tondo when i use to go to a all boys highschool (letran) and a few of my classmates live there. Let me tell you, the tuition fee alone for that school was allot and i was not able to finish my senior high there because of money problems, lets just say all my friends from tondo finished school there.

[RETIRADA]

Based in Quezon City and train with Master Yuli.

Hi Simon,

Thanks for replying. Enjoy your training with Master Yuli Romo. I was only able to learn from him once. His movements are quiet unique.

Regards,

Louie

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

Yes, Master Yuli's movements are amazing, especially his footwork.

Here is a picture taken yesterday with quite a few Masters. It was the first time I have met Master Pedring Romo and he showed me some of his "Hata Sunggabb" (bait and attack) Ilustrisimo system and it is all the things that have been mentioned on this thread, simple - direct - effective. It is always nice to see the Ilustrisimo group led by Master Tony and to remind ourselves that the art we love comes from the same source.

Mabuhay Kali Ilustrisimo!

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb74/bid4bargains/bz1.jpg

[RETIRADA]

Yes, Master Yuli's movements are amazing, especially his footwork.

Here is a picture taken yesterday with quite a few Masters. It was the first time I have met Master Pedring Romo and he showed me some of his "Hata Sunggabb" (bait and attack) Ilustrisimo system and it is all the things that have been mentioned on this thread, simple - direct - effective. It is always nice to see the Ilustrisimo group led by Master Tony and to remind ourselves that the art we love comes from the same source.

Mabuhay Kali Ilustrisimo!

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb74/bid4bargains/bz1.jpg
Thanks Simon. Looks like the photo was moved or deleted. At any rate, I myself enjoy learning from all 1st and 2nd generation Ilustrisimo practitioners. I will always treasure that.

Take care over there and give my regards to Master Yuli though I doubt if he still remembers me as I had only 1 session with him.

Louie

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

Doh!

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb74/bid4bargains/IMG_0225.jpg

[Raul]

Doh!

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb74/bid4bargains/IMG_0225.jpg
I miss the bros! Ingat!

[PG Michael B]

I will be back home in March...ready to go now....LOL.....mabuhay Ilustrisimo....


PG Mike B
BaHad ZuBu KA'LI Ilustrisimo

[RETIRADA]

I miss the bros! Ingat!

Thanks for posting the photo. Nice to see everyone smiling and happy. Glad to see Manong Tony, Arnold, etc in the group photo.

Enjoy your training.

Louie

[Raul]

Uh.. Louie, It was Simon who shot and shared the KI photo. I don't wanna steal the credit from him. Yep, its nice to see Pareng Tony, Pareng Samuel, Pareng Arnold, Pareng Martin, Igso Robert Morales and the rest with Igso Yuli's group smiling and enjoying each others' company. Cheers!

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

Hey - no problem!

The photo turned out great so I thought I'd share :)

My wife and I also have some nice ones for our personal collection too. And I picked up a few new stick burns from Master Pedring and the mandatory Sunday sparring bruises which led Master Pedring to comment later

"You're all offense and no defense!".

[Raul]

Whoah.. its better than "all defense and no offense"! Defense may serve you for a while but if that's all you have, it will in eventually succumb to offensives. That's one of the reasons that contrada is usually emphasized in FMA instead of defensa.

[eskrimakaliarnis.com]

I hear you Raul.

I haven't been sparring that long so have a lot to learn. The Ilustrisimo / Bahad Zubu methods are not meant for padded spars (by that please read "padded Stick" with no gloves / armour...) so you do have to change your mindset a bit and employ different tatics.

Having said that we have many sparring champions in our system so hopefully I can learn a few things from them over the next few weeks / months / years!

[Makata]

Why am I an Ilustrisimo practitioner? Pretty much all the same reasons you guys all said...it's just an awesome system, and it fits my personality and temperment!

Mabuhay ang Ilustrisimo! :D

Lester S.

[eome]

Great photo.Thats the way it should be.

[still lurking]

I would like to ask my fellow Ilustrisimo practitioners on why they chose this particular system / method over the other FMA styles/systems.

For me, mainly due to it's simplicity, directness and functionality and also due to the people behind the art.

Salamat.

Louie
took it because of my quest to learn as much systems as I can and take what works for me from every one of them. Every system has something to offer.

[Twist]

took it because of my quest to learn as much systems as I can and take what works for me from every one of them. Every system has something to offer.

From my experience there are systems for which this approach doesnt work...

[Sicilian]

I don't know how to put it, but everything in this system just makes sense. Each and every micro-movement has a purpose. As is with BJJ, Muay or Boxing. That's it. That's all.

[Djay]

I enjoy studying the Ilustrisimo Method because it is simple and direct. Most of all it just seems to suit me, my body type and the techniques feel natural to me.