Experience Authentic Filipino Martial Arts at Mac Martial Arts

Call - 403.835.4427

Address - 11127 15th street NE Unit 103

MAC MARTIAL ARTS CLUB
"Where Tradition Meets Strength"

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Email: macmartialartsclub@shaw.ca
Call: (587) 228 3618
Address - 11127 15th street NE Unit 103

Welcome to Mac Martial Arts Martial Arts

Transform Your Life with Mac Martial Arts Martial Arts

Save the date and get ready to showcase your skills at this year's Sport, FMA Tournament - happening on October 11, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada! This all- Arnis, Escrima, Kali tournament brings together practitioners from across the globe to compete for the championship title and awesome trophies. Don't miss your chance to be part of Canada's biggest FMA tournament!

If you would like to be on the mailing list please email macmartialarts@shaw.ca

or call Lawrence Macaraeg at 587 228 3618.

Divisions:

Single Stick
Double Stick,
Anyo
Knife
Continuous live stick

Punong Guro Lawrence Macaraeg

Seminar in Vera Cruz, Mexico & Houston Texas

Punong Guro Lawrence Macaraeg, founder of Mac Martial Arts and a highly respected instructor in the Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) community, will be conducting an intensive FMA seminar in two exciting locations: Veracruz, Mexico and Houston, Texas.

This seminar will offer in-depth training in traditional and modern Filipino Martial Arts, covering weapon-based systems such as single stick, double stick, knife, and empty-hand applications. Participants of all skill levels are welcome—from beginners looking to build a strong foundation to experienced martial artists aiming to refine their techniques and deepen their understanding of FMA.

Don't miss this opportunity to train under one of Canada’s leading FMA instructors and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Filipino warrior arts.

Filipino Martial Arts

Seminar and tournament

As we wrap up our seminars and tournament, I want to take a moment to extend my deepest gratitude to every school that attended. Your hard work, dedication, and teamwork have been the backbone of this event, and I truly could not have done it without you.

To the Sponsorship Team, Marketing Team, and Planning Team—every aspect of the event was well thought out and executed, making it a memorable experience for all involved.

To my amazing volunteers—thank you for your enthusiasm and willingness to jump in wherever needed. Your energy and positivity made a huge difference, and I truly appreciate each of you for stepping up to help.

And of course, to all my instructors—your dedication to coaching, reffing, and mentoring is what makes this event worthwhile. Thank you for your time and passion in supporting everyone involved.

Together, you all made this event possible, and I am so grateful for your support and hard work.

Congratulations to all of the competitors!

RATES

GST applied

Standard Classes:

Month-to-Month: $140.00
6 Months Paid Upfront: $840.00
12 Months Paid Upfront: $1,680.00
Annual registration fee $75.00
Access to 1 class type per month (choose from Taekwondo, Kickboxing, or Modern Arnis)

Unlimited Classes:

Month-to-Month: $180.00
6 Months Paid Upfront: $1,080.00
12 Months Paid Upfront: $2,160.00
Annual registration fee $75.00
Access to all classes. Our instructors are committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all of our students.

Achieve Your Goals with Mac Martial Arts Martial Arts

Sport Arnis Canada

Sport Arnis Canada seeks to encourage and promote amateur participation in Sport Arnis in Canada by providing a supportive framework for safe and effective participation in high quality programs that are inclusive and that respect equal access to all Canadians. Datu Shishir Inocalla will also be helping Sensei Lawrence promote the Sports Arnis program.

1) Sports Arnis Trainers and Coaches Certification - $250.00 2) Players and officials Certification - $150.00For more information: https://www.sportarniscanada.org/

Modern Arnis Maharlika & Sports Arnis Alberta

Modern Arnis Maharlika

Sensei Lawrence Macaraeg receiving his 4th-degree black belt from Grandmaster Shishir Inocalla on February 19 2020.

Letter of Authorization

Official letter of Authorization for Sensei Lawrence Macaraeg to be the lead representative in Alberta for Sports Arnis Canada.

Punong Guro Lawrence Macaraeg

Guro Lawrence Macaraeg receiving his 5th degree black belt from Grandmaster Shishir Inocalla on March 23 2024. Guro Lawrence's title also changed to Punong Guro.

Picture of Grandmaster Shishir and Punong guro

Guro Lawrence Macaraeg receiving his 5th degree black belt from Grandmaster Shishir Inocalla on March 23 2024. Guro Lawrence's title also changed to Punong Guro.

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AT MAC MARTIAL ARTS YOUR SAFETY IS OUR CONCERN!

Before Class Procedures

Arrive in your uniform. No changing facilities will be provided at the gym.
Bring your own water. It is vitally important to stay hydrated.
All students under 14 students must be checked in by an adult. Do not drop your child off in the parking lot.
Viewing area outside the gym is limited to Parents
Each Student enters one at a time and is screened.
At the Hand Sanitizing Stations, students remove their shoes and sanitize their hands
Students should try and use the washroom at home before coming to school.
Please monitor your child’s health and keep them home if they exhibit any signs of illness.

Zoom

We have Zoom classes running during scheduled classes. If you are feeling ill, please feel free to join us via Zoom.

After Class

An instructor will dismiss students individually to the Sanitation Station or washroom prior to exiting

About Modern Arnis

Remy Presas studied his family’s system from an early age. He went on to study the Japanese systems of Shotokan Karate and Judo, achieving high rank in each; but he also studied a variety of other Filipino systems, most notably Venancio Bacon’s Balintawak. Beginning with a small gymnasium in Bacolod in the 1950s, he attempted to spread the art to the local youth as both a cultural legacy and a form of physical development or sport. He also taught the art at the University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos.

His desire to reinvigorate interest in his country’s traditional martial arts grew over time, and he began making modifications and improvements to what he had learned.

In 1969 he moved to Manila at the request of a government official and formed the Modern Arnis Federation of the Philippines. He was assisted by individuals such as those who now are on the Modern Arnis Senior Masters Council: Rodel Dagooc, Jerry Dela Cruz, Roland Dantes, Vincente Sanchez, Rene Tongson, and Cristino Vasquez.

He continued to develop and spread his art, including via books, until political considerations forced him to relocate to North America.

There he met Wally Jay, George Dillman, and other martial artists who influenced his development of the art of Modern Arnis. In particular, many locks from Small Circle Jujitsu were added to Modern Arnis.

The art continued to grow and change, in technique and emphasis, though it always retained a focus on the single stick and general self-defense. Those who trained with Remy Presas in the United States in the 1970s and early 1980s experienced the art differently from those who began training in the late 1990s.

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he traveled extensively for seminars – the principal form of instruction in the system was through weekend training camps held around the world but especially in the U.S. – and also produced books and videos.

During this time he also experimented with different forms of titles and leadership in the art. The International Modern Arnis Federation Philippines would come to be the lead Modern Arnis organization in the Philippines, and the Deutschen Arnis Verband of Germany would be the lead organization in Europe.

In the United States, the International Modern Arnis Federation (IMAF) was the principal organization as far as certification was concerned, but the founder created a variety of titles that indicated some level of organizational or leadership authority in the art (as opposed to titles such as guro (“teacher”) or Punong Guro (“Headteacher”) that recognized teaching and/or technical ability).

Most prominent among these titles were Datu, meaning a chieftain or leader, awarded in this order to Shishir Inocalla, Kelly Worden, and Ric “Bong” Jornales (of Arnis Sikaran) (all in the 1980s).

The Masters of Tapi-Tapi titles were created to provide leadership and steerage for the IMAF following Remy Presas’ passing; the Datus were expected to take leadership roles that might see them move in different, and perhaps less conventional, directions. Through 2001, however, the art remained largely united under the founder.

In the wake of the 2001 death of Remy Preas, there has been a splintering of the remaining leadership of Modern Arnis. The IMAF, previously the organization of record for North American Modern Arnis practitioners, split into two subgroups, one headed by Randi Shea and one headed by Jeff Delaney; the remaining five Masters of Tapi-Tapi continue to be associated with the former group.

In many ways, the situation is analogous to what occurred in the Jeet Kune Do and American Kenpo communities following the deaths of their popular and charismatic founders.

In particular, the question of how high-ranking arnisadors should test for higher rank has been settled by different organizations in different ways. In some cases, this has caused controversy.

However, the fact remains that several groups are promoting what they see as ‘traditional’ Modern Arnis, while others are promoting variations of Modern Arnis, in keeping with its “modern” approach. The art is healthy and continues to attract students.

About Us

Qualified Instructors

Mac Martial Arts proves it is the definitive martial arts school in NE Calgary by having world class, experienced instructors that will provide you the proper guidance on your martial arts journey.

Our Philosophy

For decades, Mac Martial Arts have helped people of all ages and from all walks of life grow their character, strength, and discipline in the most challenging and rewarding martial arts program in Calgary. Through our innovative martial arts instruction and fitness training that emphasizes what the students do right, Mac Martial Arts physically and mentally challenges each student to not only be the best martial artist they can be but the best person as well. Mac Martial Arts is more than just your neighbourhood Taekwondo and Kickboxing academy — we are a place that truly aims to change you and your family’s life for the better!

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Programs

Mac Martial Arts feature a variety of different programs.

- Taekwondo Kickboxing

- Modern Arnis (Filipino Martial Arts)

- Kickboxing

- HIIT type fitness classes

MAC MARTIAL ARTS CLUB
"Where Tradition Meets Strength"

Unit 103 A 11127 15th street NE

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2025 Mac Martial Arts FMA Tournament

Welcome to Mac Martial Arts Martial Arts

Transform Your Life with Mac Martial Arts Martial Arts

Punong Guro Lawrence Macaraeg

Seminar in Vera Cruz, Mexico & Houston Texas