Stockton Multi-Style Escrima is a 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofit dedicated to teaching Filipino Martial Arts and preserving Stockton, California’s legacy in Escrima, also known as Arnis or Kali. The organization brings together the original teachings of Grandmaster Leo Giron, Maestro Dentoy Revillar’s SLD system, and combat techniques developed by its instructors and graduates. Its approach, described as “Training for the Truth,” emphasizes practical self-defense, full-contact sparring, and preparing students to respond to real-world combat situations.

Classes, seminars, and workshops are offered free of charge, helping make martial arts training accessible to youth and adults aged 11 and up. Students can develop skills, explore Filipino martial arts history and culture, and take part in competitions; the organization covers competition entry fees. Stockton Multi-Style Escrima also provides demonstrations and educational events that share Stockton’s contribution to Escrima and encourage cross-cultural understanding. Training is available through locations in California and several other states, with programs led by instructors across the network.