Weapon-Based Martial Arts
Bandra Hindu Association
I teach practical weapon-based martial arts using sticks, knives, and everyday items for real self-defense, mixing Filipino, Japanese, and Indian techniques for anyone who wants to handle real threats.
Pricing Guide
Regular Combat & Weapon Training
Training Format
- Frequency: 2 to 3 sessions per week (Weekday evenings or Weekends).
- Duration: 60 to 90 minutes per session.
- Venue: Conducted in rugged, open environments including a school compound in Bandra (concrete flooring) or a forest park in Powai (dirt ground).
Core Curriculum
- Kali / FMA: Training in single and double stick drills (Sinawali), footwork, and striking angles.
- Blade Defense: Techniques for defense against edged weapons using rubber or wooden training knives.
- Empty Hand: Integration of weapon mechanics with Kickboxing and Krav Maga for unarmed defense.
Gear & Facilities
- Equipment: Shared use of focus pads and community sticks provided.
- Amenities: Basic changing areas available (restrooms); no showers or locker rooms.
Single Day Weapon Intensive
Session Logistics
- Duration: Single day intensive session lasting 3 to 5 hours.
- Topic Focus: Deep dive into a single discipline such as Indian Lathi (Long Stick) or Knife Disarming.
- Batch Size: Limited to 10 to 20 participants to ensure drill rotation.
Hard Inclusions
- Equipment Kit: Often includes one set of training weapons relevant to the workshop (e.g., Lathi or Kali sticks) to take home.
- Food: Light breakfast or high tea provided during the break.
- Proof of Completion: Digital or printed certificate of participation included.
Instruction Style
- Methodology: High repetition gross motor skill drills designed for immediate retention.
- Theory: Briefing on legal aspects of self defense and situational awareness.
Specialist Certification Program
Course Specifications
- Total Duration: 20 to 25 hours of contact training spread over weekends or intensive days.
- Syllabus: Complete Shinkali curriculum covering anatomy of knife attacks, lethal vs non lethal targeting, and stick biomechanics.
Professional Assets
- Materials: Includes training syllabus notes and theory breakdown.
- Examination: Covers final grading and testing fees.
- Credential: Instructor or Practitioner Level Certification recognized by Shinkali India.
Advanced Training
- Technical Depth: Focus on complex flow drills (Hubud), disarming intricacies, and sparring simulations.
- Attention: High instructor to student ratio with direct corrections from the Head Instructor.
About Weapon-Based Martial Arts
My Approach: Survival, Not Sport
I’m Hemaal Shah and for me, weapon-based martial arts means learning how to handle real threats, not point scoring. If you’re looking to be your own bodyguard, this is your jam. I don’t care if you’re a gym freak or you’ve never thrown a punch. The main rule is: safety first, but if that’s not possible, you gotta know how to hit back hard.
Who’s This For?
Anyone. Seriously. A weapon doesn’t care about your size, age, or how fit you are. Technique matters more than muscle. If you want to learn, I’ll help you find a way. Yeh training sab ke liye hai (this training is for everyone).
What We Train
I focus on Filipino stick fighting techniques (Kali, Arnis, Eskrima) - you’ll get hands-on with single/double sticks, knife self-defense skills, and disarming moves. My SHINKALI method mixes Filipino and Japanese styles, so you get locks, grappling, and streetwise combos. Indian Lathi martial arts gives you a taste of desi tradition and long stick mastery.
Training Formats
Pick what fits you - regular weekend batches, deep-dive workshops, or multi-day Tactical Edge camps. Expect drills, military games, and lots of sweat.
Beyond Combat
This isn’t just about fighting. You’ll get fitter, sharper, and more confident. Learn to use everyday items as weapons of opportunity, boost your focus, and handle pressure when things get real.
I’m always learning, always teaching. If you’re up for it, let’s get Fighting Fit together.
Meet your Expert
Hemaal Shah
17 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, Sensei H here, or just call me Hemaal if you like. Fighting Fit is more than a gym. It's about facing your own battles, not just punching bags. On my 53rd, I rode 1200 km with my students, fell off the bike, busted my knee, but had zero regrets. Been learning and teaching martial arts for 28 years, still believe anyone can get fighting fit – young, old, doesn’t matter. We’re all students, all warriors.
My Work
Personalized martial arts and fitness training - We mix kickboxing, MMA, Kali stick fighting, Krav Maga, Japanese Jiujitsu, Silambam, and Mudgar for a unique approach.
Self-defence for all ages and abilities - Doesn’t matter if you’re 18 or 80, I’ll help you build a step-by-step plan that fits your strength and needs.
Outdoor martial arts classes - Sometimes we train in nature, like Powai Forest Park, for a fresh mind and stronger body.
Real-world street defence focus - We teach what works outside the dojo. No sports fluff, just practical skills for unpredictable situations.
Blending traditional and non-traditional styles - We break the rules, mix arts, and adapt so you’re ready for anything. One system doesn’t fit all.
