INTERVIEW with KUYA DOUG MARCAIDA of MARCAIDA KALI

[@FMAPulse]

0:00 - Intro 1:04 - Pride & Identity 3:13 - Start of Marcaida Kali 6:17 - Being Yourself in Martial Arts 10:12 - Traditions & Culture 11:20 - Approach to FMA in US and Philippines 13:07 - Pet Peeves in Martial Arts 15:05 - KZbin to TV 16:03 - Public Figure Promoting FMA 16:59 - Blade Designs 18:24 - Plans and Goals 20:22 - Inspiring Others 22:02 - Credits

[@filipinokalieskrimaacademy2777]

Kuya Doug speaks eloquently without ego. He doesn’t have to be brash to get the information across. Respect to him to bringing a more positive attitude to the FMA community.

[@FMAPulse]

A clear and logical mind when we spoke with him. He is able to give clear and thoughtful explanations without being arrogant.

[@ivankamau2846]

I've been training in martial arts for almost 50 years, studying with other masters, and now have my teacher's permission to teach ILOKANO-FMA while in Thailand. I consider myself very fortunate to have found a teacher willing to share his family's style with me and allow me to share it with others.

[@TommyHackett]

Wow. Marcaida's comments on individual "style" and the crab mentality are gold here. This is your best interview yet!

[@FMAPulse]

Kept it real and respectful during the production process. Definitely gave me something to think about.

[@juandelata]

ah yes. that thing about keeping the style close to their own practitioners and not sharing it to others here in the Philippines compared to overseas, I think that's a vestige from older times when death matches/duels were still prevalent and practitioners would keep their fighting styles secret because it would be a bad idea if your opponent knows how you fight

[@FMAPulse]

We've heard the same thing when FMA made it's way to the US shores. The old instructors only took a few student's at a time, but they had to be trusted first. The teacher's would have to see your demeanor and sometimes ask around the community to see if you have a good rapport. People with short tempers, affiliation to and gangs would usually be turned away.

[@fffloresca]

That's exactly it. The roots of that reasoning is largely due to the fact that it is based on life or death.

[@worgancrow]

Been doin FMA for a long long time. Good job Guru Doug. Well said.

[@FMAPulse]

We both have the same mindset, this is our passion and we just want to train and have fun with it. We don't want to be a part of the in fighting and politics within certain groups.

[@christopherpavkovich4995]

I’ve been to 4 of his seminars. What you see here is what you get. Very humble and nice family. His students are just as nice. 👍🏻

[@FMAPulse]

Well said! Exact person you see in front of the camera when you meet him in person.

[@JoelHuncar]

Love his attitude. He is a great example to other instructors.

[@kentonmarx2785]

Excellent

[@FMAPulse]

Thank you, a lot of work went into this one.

[@kentonmarx2785]

I think it was worth it, appreciated.

[@sticksdaggers1335]

Love This! The only way FMA to survive is to share it..

[@FMAPulse]

As with anything educational, but the key is to always give kudos that gave you the skills. China, Japan and Korea always gives credits to the styles they have. Philippines has there own GM's that need to have their names remembered also.

[@rodolphedilscher5321]

From the best interview and help to keep our mind in order in this huge planetary disorder taking place.

[@FMAPulse]

Best to keep those around that uplift and bring positivity, especially during these times of craziness.

[@samsungga30s33]

Lots of Respect

[@FMAPulse]

Indeed, and thanks for your continued support.

[@1crywolf1]

nearly 1.5 years into pekiti, nice to hear this is gaining ground!

[@johnl2648]

Inspiring words and great insight on colonial mentality as well as multi-generational issues

[@FMAPulse]

It's something that needs to addressed not just within the Filipino community but all immigrants that experience the same issues. Always be proud of where you come from.

[@johnl2648]

@@FMAPulse In certain demographics even right here in the homeland we end up being a "diaspora" in our own country because of the mindset, getting so detached and distant from the roots that are... right there all around us. So I appreciate how you guise out there are trying to preserve and grow and appreciate these things, for me it is also inspiring for us back here.

[@salsazenzei]

One true ambassador of FMA. He doesn't need to put people down in order to get known. He doesn't step on other people's toes to get himself across. Highly respected.

[@FMAPulse]

True, he tells it how it is honestly without being rude or tasteless. An example to learn and lead by.

[@Ruger1970]

I totally love and agree with what he said about teachers giving students the blessings to create and move forward. To many instructors have too much ego and are so selfish that they forget about why they teach in the first place, so systems disappear or no one bothers to continue the legacy they were taught.

[@filipinocombatpraha]

7-15min I'm glad someone finally said it. Thank you

[@FMAPulse]

A lot truth and insight without being brash about it. It's all about how you present the information respectfully.

[@ruiseartalcorn]

Awesome!!! Very wise man! Many thanks :)

[@FMAPulse]

One of few instructors that said, "...the final test is for you and start your own system, don't carry my name..." I've only heard a couple of GM's that said that to a select few. And many of them are known now.

[@carlosdlonga6507]

5:26 Facts Master.. somedays ive practice "isolatedly" each thing but I dont even talk about it because ive mixed it so much with what it works for me of other styles, only people who knows me knows "my signatures" 14:16 Truth always defends by itself, people who lies is who needs 22:00 THATS exactly the main "thing" over here, many assholes pushing buttons for fun and provoke..

[@ddragon1235]

What a wonderful interview. Thank yoiu for sharing.

[@FMAPulse]

Glad you enjoyed it! We actually went with the flow with this one. Had a rough script and questionnaire but eventually went off script.

[@Katrin-Keienburg]

I listened to this interview with great interest. Your background knowledge, your philosophy of life - oh, I could listen to you for hours. More of that, please!👏👍👏

[@YOURMATD]

awesome interview! He is a stellar kaliman!

[@herbalwarrior4512]

Thank FMA Pulse and Doug M. This interview helps me to understand what's important training in Kali and learning that your also putting apart of yourself into the art. And also that it's ok to learn from other instructors or systems and making your own.

[@RafaelSantana-n4c]

Nices interwiew i will like the hea in PR the teach somenthing like this 👍

[@omartech110]

Thank you so much 💪🏾💯❤️🇵🇭🥋

[@FMAPulse]

You're welcome. Glad you appreciate it. Anything that stood out to you?

[@omartech110]

@@FMAPulse lahat po🥹 bale po pinapraktis ko yun mga tutorial ni master Doug sa youtube and sa FB po 💪🏾💯❤️ pero yun pinaka striking po sa akin yun colonnial mentality kala ko mas ok yun karate at judo kaya po now nagbabalik po ako sa arnis, pugay po💪🏾💯❤️🇵🇭🥋

[@RalBalintawak]

This is good stuff, especially coming from our system.. something I’ve pondered myself. Good job bro!

[@FMAPulse]

Glad to hear it! In the end, we're all different people, even GM Bobby Taboada's childhood friend GM Nick Elizar said, "...the curriculum is the same...but there has to be a progression, we are not a xerox copy (of our teachers)..."

[@lycandefensive]

Awesome video!! Thank you for sharing!!🙏

[@justinhughes4119]

Very inspirational! Thank you Doug 🙏

[@FMAPulse]

Inspirational indeed. What instructor will tell you that for your final test, you have to create your own style and not carry their name.

[@tomjeff1743]

the culture and history is passed on thru the stories and anecdotes and jokes

[@АртурЕльжанов-п8о]

Impressive interview🔥

[@pandaman1677]

🙏🙏🙏

[@FMAPulse]

Thank you for your support.

[@D--man]

Thanks again for the video!

[@FMAPulse]

Any time!

[@HenrySoco]

Big Cheers to you Sir🍸🍸🍸 and to all the fellow Escrimadors❤❤❤

[@johnmunoz3043]

AWESOME INSPIRING & INSIGHTFUL

[@FMAPulse]

Always learning, not just the art but insightful wisdom as well.

[@robertmiller8110]

Awesome interview 👍🏻

[@FMAPulse]

Glad you enjoyed it! 8 months in the making.

[@skptk]

Thanks sir

[@FMAPulse]

Glad you enjoyed it. What exactly did you like about the interview?

[@D--man]

Thanks for the interview!

[@FMAPulse]

Who's Dr. Dick?

[@D--man]

@FMAPulse LOL. Sorry, I wrote the comment and I think it was at the end of an FMA Discussion video, so it must have switched it to your video because yours was probably the next in my list to watch.

[@billypoe3703]

I grew up learning Arnis. My philosophy is equal to Kuya Doug Marcaida. Filipino martial arts have been battle proven over centuries of action in and out of the Philippines. The 41 years that I have been practicing, I have seen a continuous development of Filipino martial arts.

[@FMAPulse]

The core of Arnis and FMA in general, "watch how the enemy fights, use it and find ways to counter it."

[@tomjeff1743]

many old masters died before passing on everything they knew. it was thought that they never found a worthy successor. all are human, had different personalities, different cultures, different values, and thus complicated

[@pathfinder7614]

Doug is an absolute treasure. He is the Bruce Lee of FMA....except more humble and wise. Bruce was great, but he had an ego lol. Doug is Bruce 2.0 Filipino edition lol.

[@mikeneidlinger8857]

I started training Silat and Escrima in 1993, when I was 16 YO. I switched to Tai Chi in 2008. I no longer practice fighting. I am trying to raise the cash to study Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shanghai China.

[@Pifagorass]

My son is doing BJJ and Shinkiokushin (championship preparation level) and now learning how to use tactical pen with FMA techniques at home and he's 1/2 Filipino 😂

[@spartanwarrior1]

close-guarded?those that train in different arts are often related by blood. maybe in the past, but nowadays?not anymore.the highest bidder gets it all.

[@FMAPulse]

There is truth to this comment.

[@RafaelSantana-n4c]

Is like went bruce lee arive to usa he want to teach what he know but the chines consolt dont whant the outside asia teach the secret notlech 😮

[@SS8NINPO]

This blade can KILL 😂😂😂😂