Ron KOSAKOWSKI

Watch Ron Kosakowski demonstrate the core Jeet Kune Do principle of 'The Way of the Intercepting Fist' in a dynamic self-defense drill. This practical training session shows real-time interceptive techniques and movement against an opponent in a martial arts gym setting.

In this instructional martial arts video, Ron Kosakowski demonstrates his signature 'old man flying armbar' submission technique. He explains how it's an easy move to execute, showing the full standing version and then breaking down the simpler kneeling variation on the mat. This practical self-defense and grappling tutorial highlights a fundamental submission that can be effective from multiple positions.

In this outdoor presentation, Ron Kosakowski holds an ancient sword from Mindanao, Philippines. He discusses its cultural significance, clarifying that it is a cousin weapon to the Moro Barong and Kampilan. He addresses common mispronunciations like 'Gayang' and shows the weapon's features, including its blade and sheath.

In a martial arts training facility with blue padded walls, Burton Richardson showcases various bladed weapons from the traditional Filipino fighting style known as 'Traditional Filipino Weaponry' (TFW). He begins with a long sword, demonstrating its weight and movement, then transitions to a shorter blade like a kris or balisong, highlighting its speed and versatility. Throughout the demonstration, he performs fluid cuts and defensive maneuvers, explaining the feel and functionality of each weapon.

Watch Ron Kosakowski demonstrate a real-world self-defense technique from Dumog. This step-by-step tutorial shows how to catch a kick, control your opponent, and apply a keylock submission. A practical move for martial artists and self-defense practitioners.

In this instructional grappling session, Ron Kosakowski provides a detailed breakdown of various mounted position approaches from submission wrestling. He demonstrates how to transition into a dominant mount, control his opponent's posture, and set up potential arm locks and other submissions, offering practical techniques for practitioners.

Explore the authentic design of primitive palm sticks from ancient Mindoro, Philippines. This video showcases traditional Filipino weaponry, highlighting their historical significance and craftsmanship.

This practical self-defense training demonstrates a real-world scenario of a carjacking. It shows a person in the passenger seat being overpowered by someone in the driver's seat, illustrating the critical moment when you must decide whether to comply or fight back. The video serves as a stark reminder of the importance of knowing your options during such a terrifying event.

In this short, energetic clip, martial arts instructor Ron KOSAKOWSKI proudly presents his new custom-designed t-shirt. He details the various logos representing his martial arts styles, including Inosanto Kali and Pekiti Tirsia Kali. The highlight is the shirt's back design, featuring a powerful graphic of a warrior standing over fallen foes with the iconic phrase 'In Filipino Martial Arts, there is no time to tap,' emphasizing the no-nonsense ethos of these disciplines. Ron encourages viewers to check out the website TraditionalFilipinoWeapons.com to purchase the shirt and other related gear.

This video provides a detailed look at the Celtic dress sword, a weapon specifically designed for the brutal close-quarters combat of the Iron Age. Through a series of images and text overlays, it explains the sword's purpose, its method of use involving shield pressure and savage slashes, and its historical context among Celtic warriors.

In this instructional clip, martial arts expert Ron Kosakowski performs an elbow takedown technique in a self-defense context. The demonstration shows how to effectively use this subtle move to control an opponent, followed by a training center logo.

In this instructional clip, Ron Kosakowski demonstrates takedown techniques starting from the knees. He emphasizes control, leverage, and proper body positioning, showing how to transition from a kneeling guard to taking an opponent down. The session includes key tips like using the elbow for rib control and dropping your center of gravity.

This action-packed training session demonstrates the E.D.G.E. self-defense protocol—Engage, Disorient, Grab/Grapple, Escape—in a real-world scenario. In a professional martial arts gym, instructors show how to respond to a knife threat with rapid disorientation techniques and powerful grappling escapes. The drill emphasizes speed and efficiency, with clear, step-by-step execution. The footage concludes with promotional material for the Practical Self Defense Training Center, highlighting their 'Empty Hands vs Knife' program.

This promotional commercial from 2008 features Ron Kosakowski demonstrating his Practical Self Defense Training Center's martial arts curriculum. The video highlights various systems including Kun Tao Dumpag, Pekiti Tirsia & Inosanto Kali, Jeet Kune Do, Muay Thai, and Integrated Grappling Systems. It also showcases their Children's Martial Art Program, emphasizing self-defense techniques suitable for all ages and sizes.

In this intense training session, Ron Kosakowski demonstrates a live knife defense drill with a partner. The drill focuses on subtle headbutts, knee strikes, and tactical escapes under pressure, emphasizing timing and awareness over choreography. Watch as they flow through realistic scenarios involving takedowns, disarms, and weapon control, showcasing functional self-defense techniques.

In this dynamic training session led by Ron Kosakowski, students practice the core kickboxing techniques of Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do philosophy. The class focuses on real-world application, with pairs of students sparring to refine their footwork, hand strikes, and defensive maneuvers in a practical self-defense context.

This video features Ron Kosakowski demonstrating advanced Pekiti Tirsia Kali infighting tactics in a Practical Self Defense Training Center drill. It highlights constant motion, parrying, and redirection techniques used in close-quarters combat.

In this instructional martial arts video, Ron Kosakowski demonstrates a grappling technique known as the '4 point position' and its counters. He explicitly references Bruce Lee's book, 'The Dao of Jeet Kune Do,' to provide historical context and credibility to his teaching method. The session takes place on a mat, showing the technique from multiple angles as he explains the mechanics and application.

This video features Ron Kosakowski from the Practical Self Defense Training Center demonstrating the elbow takedown technique in a live training environment. The clip shows the step-by-step execution of the move, from the initial side movement to the final takedown, highlighting its effectiveness for self-defense purposes. The sequence concludes with the PSDTC logo, establishing the source of this practical combat instruction.

A shirtless man demonstrates a traditional Filipino weapon known as an 'equalizer' in a forest setting. The scene transitions to a close-up where the equalizer is held to his neck, illustrating its use in self-defense scenarios. Text overlays pose questions about knife security and promote TraditionalFilipinoWeapons.com.

In this instructional clip, grappling legend Ron Kosakowski demonstrates the foundational 'Figure Four' leg lock. He explains its effectiveness and shows how to secure the position from the bottom, providing a clear, step-by-step tutorial for martial artists looking to master this essential submission.

In this instructional clip, Ron Kosakowski demonstrates the Kesagatami, a signature move from the Practical Self Defense Training Center. He explains why it's effective in wrestling and grappling tournaments and shows a common mistake before revealing his own technique for securing the position.

In this martial arts demonstration, Ron Kosakowski teaches practical knife disarm techniques. He emphasizes that disarming should happen incidentally, not through a deliberate search. The session includes close-quarters combat scenarios where he shows how to safely neutralize a knife threat using controlled movements and proper technique.

In this direct-to-camera video, self-defense expert Ron Kosakowski addresses a common but often overlooked safety risk for women. He warns about the dangers of pulling into a gas station after dark and explains why it's crucial to stay vigilant. His advice focuses on situational awareness and prevention, highlighting that threats can be non-physical and emphasizing that 'you've always got prevention' as the best medicine.

A dramatic face-off between two martial artists in a tropical setting reveals the limitations of unarmed combat. As one fighter gains the upper hand, a bold text overlay promotes 'TraditionalFilipinoWeapons.com,' arguing that traditional Filipino weapons are essential for real self-defense. This high-octane clip serves as a teaser for Ron KOSAKOWSKI's content, urging viewers to explore more effective, weapon-based martial arts.