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Remy Amador Presas | |
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 Remy Presas in the late 1970s | |
| Born | December 19, 1936 |
| Died | August 28, 2001 (aged 64) Victoria, British Columbia, Canada |
| Occupation(s) | teacher, martial artist |
| Known for | founding Modern Arnis |
Remy Amador Presas (December 19, 1936 – August 28, 2001) was the founder of Modern Arnis, a popular Filipino martial art. Born in the Philippines, he moved to the United States in 1974, where he taught his art via seminars and camps. In 1982 he was inducted into the Black Belt Hall of Fame as Instructor of the Year. He published several books and videos on Modern Arnis and is recognised as the "Father of Modern Arnis".[1]
- ^ Frank, Bram (2010). Conceptual Modern Arnis. USA: Lulu Enterprises. pp. 12–15. ISBN 978-0-557-37004-7.