Remy Presas

Remgio 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".

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Remy Presas
Birth dateDecember 19, 1936
Birth place
Philippines , Hinigaran Negros Occidental , Negros Occidental
Date of deathAugust 28, 2001
Place of death
Victoria British Columbia
Known for
Modern Arnis

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