TESTING PROCEDURES

Loyalty and Perseverance are the values that make Filipino Combatives strong. When it comes to skill and intensity, students go through the academic learning process, Step by Step. Exposure to the learning material in this manner gives the student the opportunity to develop themselves to the most mature levels of comprehension.

The FC Curriculum, and Ranking System is based on a minimum of 3 to 4 1/2 year Lakan/Black Belt Program. Due to the complexity and the amount of information in each level, care is taken in order to insure that you have a significant grasp of the material.  There are 3 Levels of Instruction, and each level has three stages. Testing is required in order to proceed through the stage and consecutive Levels. Each stage should take anywhere between 4 to 6 months to complete. This period may vary depending on the amount of time you commit to your training.

Everyone has to be approved in order to be eligible for Testing. Testing in the first stage of every Level is to see how well you understand the material, and to see how well you transition from move to move.

The Test in the 2nd, and 3rd, Stages, is a test to see how well you understand the concept, applications and are able to execute the moves.

All members are evaluated by Tuhon Felix, or a Full Instructor before Testing. All candidates are required to submit a video demonstrating  the techniques in the particular stage you are testing for. Once we review the video we will e-mail you with any comments, suggestions, or recommendations. When approved, we will notify you when you can test.

Testing can take place at any one of our Certified Schools, Seminars, or Gatherings World Wide. These events will be posted here on the website. Testing can only be administered by Tuhon Felix Cortes, and in some cases the test can be done online. Once you have tested, and accomplished a Level you will then have full access to the next Level.

Please keep in mind that testing is just a formality for establishing a ranking system. This is how we determine our Chain of Command, Protocols, and measure our progress. Titles and Ranks are attained by Loyalty, Perseverance, Skill Level and Contributions to the System. However let us not forget that through Hard Work and Dedication we can Exceed Our Standards and develop a Combatives Mindset.

We have an Instructor Program available for individuals with experience in the Filipino Martial Arts, or for individuals who have reached a high standard in other Martial Arts.

For further information on becoming an Instructor, or Representative please contact Tuhon Felix Cortes at tuhonfc@aol.com.

New Members must purchase a L1S1 Uniform & All Members must have a full uniform for
Classes, Testing, & Events

MEMBER RANKING & UNIFORMS

Level 1

Testing Fees includes the uniform for L1S2 & L1S3L1S1 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – White Logo

L1S2 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Yellow Logo
L1S3 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Green Logo

Level 2

Testing Fees includes the uniform for L2S1 – L2S2 – L2S3
L2S1 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Lt. Blue Logo
L2S2 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Dk. Blue Log
L3S3 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Purple Logo

Level 3

Testing Fees includes the uniform for L3S1 – L3S2 – L3S3
L3S1 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Lt. Brown Logo
L3S2 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Md. Brown Logo
L3S3 Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Drk. Brown Logo

Lakan

Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Red Logo

UNIFORM FOR NON MEMBERS & SEMINAR PARTICIPANTS

Black T-Shirt/Sweatpants – Gold Logo