Bahad Zubu is a modern and eclectic set of Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) with deep traditional roots. It is unique and effective expression conceptualized and developed by world renowned martial artist and innovator, Dakilang Guro Epifanio "Yuli" Romo in the early 2000′s. Since then, it has become one of the world’s most effective and devastating set of fighting system – a fact easily attestable by those who have personally witness the skills of GM Yuli.

At its core, Bahad Zubu is a situational, multi-distractive fighting art. It seeks to restore primitive fighting methods through the study of combat weapons and the history, culture and philosophy of the Philippine Archipelago.

In Bahad Zubu, there are no complicated forms, techniques or overtly preparatory routines.

The 3 main fundamentals underpinning the art are:

100% Enganyo (Baiting)
100% Monitoring
100% Preparation

These fundamentals are developed through the use of special and interactive drills, based on:

Counter armed Tactics (CAT)
Counter un-armed Tactics (CUT)

Multiple opponents are also covered.

In Bahad Zubu, the following weapons are among those used:

Baraw / Pisaw (knife)
Bio-Olisi (42″ Staff)
22″, 24″, 28″ & 32″ Sticks
Edged Swords
Empty Hands

The fundamental concepts outlined above are applied to all weapons. The movements are the same but the application varies slightly. This allows for a consistent frame of reference and a shorter time to become proficient in a variety of weapons.

In Bahad Zubu, the aim is always:

Proper Learning
Proper Understanding

One cannot be gained without the other. During study the practitioner’s mind frequently becomes exhausted before the body. Ultimately, the name given to the art, or the rank on a certificate becomes unimportant. What is important is the mastery of the basics and controlling the fight. From a common trunk there will be many different branches and fruits. The study of Bahad Zubu will allow you to express your personal understanding of the art once the roots are in place.

“The simple basics… are the most advanced!” – GM Yuli Romo