OUR TEAM
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
FOUNDERS
TUHON ARLENE
U.S. NAVY VETERAN | 30+ YEARS MARTIAL ARTS EXPERIENCE
First woman master instructor in Pekiti Tirsia and author of Visualizing Flow: A Pekiti Tirsia Kali Training Companion
TUHON MALCOLM
U.S. MARINE VETERAN | 30+ YEARS MARTIAL ARTS EXPERIENCE
Martial artist with military combat and law enforcement training
INSTRUCTOR TEAM
LAKAN GURO RAY
HARIBON TRIBE | AUTHORIZED ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
Community senior advisor bringing decades of martial arts wisdom.
MANDALA DJ
KINAADMAN TRIBE | CERTIFIED ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR
Ranked Mandala by Grandtuhon Leopoldo T, Gaje, Jr. under the (former) Global Grand Alliance. Highly experienced martial artist focused on building strong foundations.
LAKAN GURO ERIK
HARIBON TRIBE | AUTHORIZED ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
Dedicated practitioner and instructor bringing forward the Haribon tradition
INSTRUCTORS IN DEVELOPMENT CANDIDATES
Instructors in Development are members of our community who are beginning to step into teaching roles while continuing their own development. They operate as independent practitioners who lead study groups, assist with instruction, and contribute to the growth of the art in their local communities. At the same time, they remain actively mentored and supported as they refine their teaching skills.
A LIVING COMMUNITY OF TEACHERS
We believe teaching ability develops through experience, guidance, and reflection.
Our approach to instructor development is community-centered, not transactional.
Rather than producing identical instructors or rigid franchises, we support individuals who:
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Take responsibility for their own learning and leadership
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Contribute thoughtfully to their local training environments
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Remain connected through shared practice, dialogue, and mentorship
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represent the art through their own voice, informed by shared values and training.
Authorization and independence evolve naturally as clarity, consistency, and readiness deepen.
INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT CANDIDATES
LAKAN GURO NIQUE
MAYARI SOUL COMBAT | TRAINING CIRCLE HOST
Founder of Mayari Soul Combat integrating mind-body practice.
DILLON
HANA CENTER MARTIAL ARTS & YOGA | TRAINING CIRCLE HOST
Martial artist with military combat and law enforcement training
MELISSA
HANA CENTER MARTIAL ARTS & YOGA | TRAINING CIRCLE HOST
Martial artist with military combat and law enforcement training
WHY JOIN A TRAINING CIRCLE
When you join a Training Circle, you’re not just attending classes... you become part of a living ecosystem of training and mentorship. Each study group is led by an Instructor in Development or an Authorized Instructor, all connected through the guidance and collaboration of a master instructor.
This structure ensures you receive the personal attention of your Training Circle host while remaining part of a larger, supportive community of practitioners.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
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Authentic Leadership - Train with instructors who are actively refining their craft under mentorship, bringing energy, insight, and principle-driven instruction to every session.
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Community-Driven Growth - Learn in an environment where progress is guided, shared, and grounded in a clear vision. Collaboration and support help each student develop consistently.
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Diverse Influences - Benefit from our method and from insights drawn from the broader martial arts community, deepening your understanding and versatility.
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Structured Mentorship - Each host has direct access to master instructors for guidance and feedback, ensuring that training remains sharp, intentional, and true to the art.