About school
Authentic Martial Arts & Functional Training in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
The Bay Area School of Eskrima (BASE) is a premier training center offering authentic Filipino martial arts, real-world self-defense, and functional fitness in Los Gatos, CA and San Jose, CA. Rooted in the Inayan System of Eskrima, our school preserves a respected martial lineage while delivering modern, results-driven training for today’s world. We don’t believe in theory-only instruction or fitness without purpose—every class is designed to build strength, awareness, and confidence that carries into real life.
Our training combines weapons-based martial arts, empty-hand combat, grappling, and functional conditioning to develop total-body capability. Students train in a structured, supportive environment where safety, progression, and consistency matter. Whether you are new to martial arts or an experienced practitioner, BASE provides professional instruction that adapts to your goals, fitness level, and lifestyle.
Our Classes & Schedule
Train With Us. Become Unshakable
Classes Schedule
Inayan System of Eskrima:
Tuesday & Thursday 7:30 PM-8:30 PM (PST)
Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (PST)
Spyder Dumog System:
Monday & Wednesday 8:15 PM - 9:15 PM (PST)
Saturday 12:00PM - 1:00PM (PST)
Training for the Real World — Not Just the Gym
What sets the Bay Area School of Eskrima apart is our focus on real-world readiness. Instruction is led by a direct lineage holder of the Inayan System, with firsthand experience in security and high-pressure environments. This perspective shapes our curriculum—emphasizing situational awareness, calm under stress, and functional movement over flashy techniques. We train students to think clearly, move efficiently, and act decisively when it matters most.
Our programs serve adults, kids, and professionals seeking practical self-defense, improved fitness, and lasting confidence in Los Gatos and San Jose, CA. From group classes and private lessons to workshops and kids programs, BASE is more than a martial arts school—it’s a disciplined community built on respect, accountability, and growth. When you train here, you’re not just learning skills—you’re becoming stronger, more capable, and unshakable.
