Pamana Kali: Philippine Martial Arts and Culture
4403 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503, Torrance, California
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Tai Chi
- Weapons Training
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
- Teens
Skill Levels
- All Levels
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Welcoming and inclusive community
- Small class sizes with individual attention
- Fun and safe learning environment
- High instructor engagement and adaptability
- Family-friendly and online class options
Considerations
- Not suitable for real combat training
- Techniques not pressure tested
- Strict, nitpicky teaching style
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
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Excellent
"During the pandemic, I was looking for a fun activity that would be good for my health. I was drawn to Pamana Kali because they had online classes and they take a well-rounded approach that includes practical application, art, and culture. Guro Alvin, the founder, is a patient teacher that emphasiz..." Read more
- Jason Von Stietz
via Google
10/7/2024
Very Poor
"This is one of the most non-inclusive places to train. They don’t understand real combat as they are actors and train for the movie screen so you see a lot of techniques that have not been pressure tested. Furthermore they are total jerks and don’t understand how to train people in a fun positive wa..." Read more
- Anthony Navarrete
via Google
7/21/2024
Excellent
"I just completed my month trial last night and to say the experience was worth it is an understatement. Aside from Guro Alvin’s pedigree, you can see that he truly cares about all of his students and creates a welcome environment for anyone who wants to learn. Nick, Nick, and Elijah are excellent te..." Read more
- Cody Carwile
via Google
6/4/2024
4.9
(27 reviews)
Trial Offer
Trial: One-month trial
Business Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 5:30-9PM
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 5:30-9PM
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: 11AM-2PM
- Sunday: Closed
Instructors
Alvin Catacutan
Guro, Founder, Head Instructor
Patient teacher emphasizing practical application and neuroplasticity, fine-tuning simple techniques for live scenarios
Eli
Kuya, Instructor
Enthusiastic and humorous instructor who makes learning playful and challenging
Nick
Instructor
Meets students where they are and provides clear instruction to improve skills
Elijah
Instructor
Patiently guides students without hand-holding, adapting instruction to individual level
Location
Amenities
- Family-friendly environment
- Online live classes
- Restorative flow classes