I have finally put together my NEW and EVOLVED knife system into this online instructional video
Filmed during one of my Instructor Accreditation Seminars in Melbourne.
For more than a decade, I have been a proponent of the reverse grip; edge in method of knife use.
Always on the search for evolving my system to something better and more superior. I have transformed into the “forehand” grip.
EASIER to learn. More EFFECTIVE and INCREASED VERSATILITY.
The video goes through all facets of the system.
- Basic Posture
- Thrusts
- Slashes
- SPEED ASSIST
- Lunges. THE FLÉCHE
- Footwork
- Fakes and Deceptions
- Distance
- Timing and Broken Rhythm
- Impenetrable Defence
- Long Range to Closing In
- and more
For anyone who has ever done Floro Fighting Systems; or those curious about what it’s all about. This is the embodiment of it.
Raymond developed Floro Fighting Systems (FFS) - a realistic, simplified method of dealing with armed and unarmed confrontations and specialising in the awareness and defence of edged weapon assaults.
By discussing and formulating formal training programs and teaching guidelines, FFS has now been adopted by military personnel and law enforcement worldwide. Several Law Enforcement and “SWAT” personnel have also chosen to use the principles in their training academy.
Regular clients receive private lessons, their professions ranging from – Office Workers, Security Personnel, Air Marshalls, Commercial Pilots, Business Owners, Military Instructors and personnel, other Martial Arts Instructors.
Raymond was also the “Training Leader” for the US based “Guardian Angels” Safety Patrol. Raymond formulated and taught a training regime suitable for recruits to use in the submission and arrest of offenders in the enclosed spaces of trains. He also led patrols throughout the subway network and “streets”.
Floro Fighting Systems is a system of Edged Weapon combat and defence that is not only simple to learn, but is one of the most effective systems of self defence available today. Efficient, direct and immediate, FFS is one of the very few styles that is still based on the blade, and is used by civilians and members of the military, and law enforcement agencies worldwide.
Raymond developed Floro Fighting Systems (FFS) - a realistic, simplified method of dealing with armed and unarmed confrontations and specialising in the awareness and defence of edged weapon assaults.
By discussing and formulating formal training programs and teaching guidelines, FFS has now been adopted by military personnel and law enforcement worldwide. Several Law Enforcement and “SWAT” personnel have also chosen to use the principles in their training academy.
Regular clients receive private lessons, their professions ranging from – Office Workers, Security Personnel, Air Marshalls, Commercial Pilots, Business Owners, Military Instructors and personnel, other Martial Arts Instructors.
Raymond was also the “Training Leader” for the US based “Guardian Angels” Safety Patrol. Raymond formulated and taught a training regime suitable for recruits to use in the submission and arrest of offenders in the enclosed spaces of trains. He also led patrols throughout the subway network and “streets”.
Floro Fighting Systems is a system of Edged Weapon combat and defence that is not only simple to learn, but is one of the most effective systems of self defence available today. Efficient, direct and immediate, FFS is one of the very few styles that is still based on the blade, and is used by civilians and members of the military, and law enforcement agencies worldwide.
Ray Floro
Ray Floro
Ray Floro
Ray Floro
Finding a positive in COVID Many years ago, I had the chance to train with Master Ray Floro in his knife and sword method. The private lesson and seminar changed how I viewed distance management and non-telegraphic striking ever since. Master Ray is an excellent and very articulate instructor who is able to teach complex skills in a simple way. Due to COVID, this last year has given me time to re-connect with Master Ray's FFS material again. I obtained his Essential Floro Knife online class and was very happy to see the innovations made. Ray continues to teach a treasure of skills that are easy to apply in sparring and connect to your other arts. Re-connecting to his curriculum has been a bright spot this past year. I recommend his classes to beginners and advanced practitioners alike.