Welcome to Pekiti Tirsia Kali Oso London

Pekiti Tirsia Kali is a close‑quarters Filipino combat system focused on blades, impact weapons and empty‑hand tactics. Training is principle‑based and aimed at adults who want functional skills for real violence, not sport or choreography.

 

 

 

What is Pekiti Tirsia Kali?

Pekiti Tirsia Kali (PTK) is a Filipino close‑quarters combat system that was founded in 1897 by the Tortal family in the Visayan region of the Philippines. It is a blade‑based martial art that integrates knives, sticks, swords, improvised weapons and empty‑hand tactics into one complete approach to real‑world violence.

What does the name mean?

The name Pekiti Tirsia Kali comes from the Ilongo/Bisaya language. “Pekiti” means to get in very close, while “Tirsia” refers to cutting or quartering the opponent into parts. Together they describe the idea of closing the distance and finishing the fight at close range. “Kali” is the traditional Filipino blade‑fighting art, derived from the word kalis (sword).

How is PTK different?

PTK is not a sport or a choreography‑based system. It was developed as a family combat method and later adopted by military and law‑enforcement units because of its focus on live blades, realistic tactics and surviving violent encounters. Training starts with weapons from day one and the same principles are then applied to empty‑hand fighting.

My name is Zsolt Bear, and I teach Pekiti Tirsia Kali in North London.

 

I am a BMABA registered instructor with decades of martial arts experience. My teaching approach is practical, structured, and honest, with an emphasis on timing, movement, coordination, and functional self-protection.

 

Classes are designed for adults who want focused Filipino Martial Arts training in a respectful and disciplined environment.

What to Expect

 

• practical training with clear structure

• timing, footwork, and coordination development

• solo and partner drills

• edged weapon awareness and movement training

• a respectful, focused training environment for adults

 

Who This Training Is For

Classes are currently focused on adults and are suitable for:

• complete beginners

• martial artists from other systems

• anyone looking for practical and structured Filipino Martial Arts training

Sessions are taught progressively, so beginners can start safely and build solid fundamentals.

Not sure if it’s for you? Book a free trial and take it from there.

 

 

What To Expect in Class

Training may include:

• warm-up and movement preparation

• footwork, timing, and coordination drills

• solo and partner practice

• structured technical work

• movement development with training weapons

• a respectful, focused adult training environment

Location: North London

 

Training Options

• Trial Session — first session free

• Drop-in — £15 per class

• 4-Class Pass — £55 (valid for 30 days)

• 8-Class Pass — £100 (valid for 45 days)

Exact training details are shared after enquiry.

 

Training Schedule

Classes are arranged based on availability and location in North London

Current Format

Training is currently offered in small groups and focused on adults. Trial sessions are available on request.

Important

Please contact me before attending, as class times and locations may vary.

Booking

Use the Contact page or Instagram to check current availability.

New to Pekiti Tirsia Kali?

Trial sessions are available. Message me to book.

Pekiti Tirsia Kali Oso London is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and responsible training environment.

Classes are currently adult-focused. Instructor compliance, insurance, and safeguarding measures are maintained in line with BMABA requirements.

If you have any concerns regarding safety, conduct, welfare, or appropriate behaviour, please raise them as soon as possible via the Contact page.

Where necessary, concerns may also be referred through the appropriate BMABA safeguarding channels.

Training is provided in a structured and respectful environment.

Participation is voluntary, and students are expected to train responsibly and follow instructor guidance at all times.

Classes are adult-focused unless clearly stated otherwise.

By attending training, participants understand that martial arts practice may involve physical contact, movement drills, timing work, and controlled partner training.

Any personal information shared through contact forms or direct enquiry is used only for communication and administration related to training. Personal information is not sold or shared unnecessarily.

For safeguarding, welfare, or conduct concerns, please make contact through the Contact page. Where required, matters may be handled in line with BMABA procedures and relevant safeguarding guidance.

Get In Touch

For class enquiries, trial session requests, or general questions, please get in touch.

Location: North London

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @bigptkbear

Please include:

• your name

• your training background (if any)

• your general location

• what you are looking for from training

Beginners are welcome.

 Books & Downloads 

Here you can access our free eBooks and training guides for Pekiti Tirsia Kali. Click the button below to open the download folder.

Reality Check Mental preparation and decision‑making Download:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V1zMxQFPLX8_84l6VY-9HMVqUADZOfxb/view?usp=drive_link

Knife Awareness – Recognising and avoiding edged‑weapon threats – Download:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fVb7xZo87p-gwctZJr7UeK4ViIbpqOJO/view?usp=drive_link

EVERYDAY BOUNDARIES Download:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QOACJV5j_4fmcctHR24scOIkX9lP2dH5/view?usp=drive_link

URBAN SCENARIOS PACK: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tCiNvfnpPKznl7dFda4mU74yALQyof2A/view?usp=drive_link

UK AFTERMATH PROTOCOL:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SgcK0NLSIfSjDaehpw8YrrjuqdjSxsv1/view?usp=drive_link