PEKITI TIRSIA KALI PASSPORT
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foundations of practice
In this section, I explore the intentions behind my training and why PTK matters to me as part of the diaspora. I ground every technique in culture, identity, and personal purpose.
Foundations of practice
Movement, Footwork, and Flow
Here, I break down the patterns and rhythms that shape how I move in PTK. I link footwork to the landscapes and cultural roots of the Philippines that continue to influence my practice.
MOvement, footwork, and flow
weapons as storytellers
I share how weapons in PTK carry history, memory, and identity beyond their physical form. Each post reveals the symbolism and stories living within blades, sticks, and traditional tools.
academic deep dives
This is where I go into the “why” behind the system with seminar-style breakdowns. I study timing, distance, structure, and the cultural logic woven into PTK.
Training logs & reflections
In this space, I document lessons from the mat and from my travels. I reflect on growth, challenges, and what it means to train as someone in the diaspora.
diaspora & identity through ptk
Here, I explore how PTK reconnects me to my heritage and sense of home. I reflect on belonging, memory, and how martial arts shape my diasporic identity.
practical guides
This section holds straightforward guides and tools that support my training. From gear tips to study workflows, I share what helps me build a consistent practice.
cultural bridges
I use this space to connect technique with tradition, history, and ethnolinguistic identity. Each post uncovers the cultural philosophies that make PTK so much more than combat.
Stories from the mat
Here, I share conversations, insights, and moments with instructors, students, and fellow practitioners. These stories spotlight the community that keeps the art alive.
techniques as metaphor
In this section, I explore PTK techniques as reflections of life, relationships, and the diasporic experience. I use movement as a way to think deeper about who I am and where I come from.