Northern Escrima Martial Arts
Northern Escrima specializes in self defense/combat using sticks, blades, and empty hands. It was utilized on the streets of San Francisco while Guro Tomasulo-Campos was serving with the San Francisco Police Department. Northern Escrima Martial Arts is the only Brick & Mortar Dojo exclusively teaching Filipino Martial Arts in Las Vegas.
Guro Chad Tomasulo-Campos
About the Instructor
I have been training in the Martial Arts for 44 years and have been teaching for the last 20 years. I have extensive knowledge of the Martial Arts and have trained and worked with people from all walks of life, whether it is recreation, cultural or leisure. I have worked and trained people young and old as well as people with disabilities and associated behaviors.
I teach beginner to advanced level classes in a variety of self defense and real world martial arts techniques. I have taught unarmed self defense via demonstrations and hands-on training as well as having real world practical and hands on experience while employed with the US Army (82nd Airborne) and the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD). All of my teaching have been geared toward real world self defense and combat. I have extensive knowledge of weapons which is not limited to the knife and stick and I specialize in the military Applegate-Fairbanks knife and the FMA Karumbit.
Black Belts/or the equivalent Black Belt rankings in the following Martial Arts Disciplines:
- Karazenpo (Chinese Kempo Karate) 3rd Degree (Empty Hands)
- Inayan Serrada Escrima (Guru) Black Belt Equivalent, Filipino (Stick/Weapon/Empty Hands)
- Cabales Serrada Escrima (Advanced Instructor) (Stick/Weapon/Empty Hands)
- Tae Kwon Do, Korean (Hands/Feet)
- Kung Fu San Soo, Chinese (Hands/Feet/Take-Down/Ground Fighting)
SFPD P.O.S.T. (Police Officer Standards and Training) certified Martial Arts related courses. *SFPD Defensive Tactics Instructor, Course #21635
- SFPD Instructor Development, Course #21706
- SFPD Scenario Evaluation Training, Course #23601
- SFPD Field Training Officer (FTO), Course #SFPHT
- SFPD (FATS) Force Option Training, Course #SFPHST
- SFPD Arrest and Control, Course #21025
- SFPD Expandable Baton, Course #SF011
- SFPD Rapid Containment Expandable Baton, Course #SF168
Summary
I have had formal training and education which includes (P.O.S.T.) college level courses. I am comfortable with my leadership abilities as well as beginner to advanced levels of teaching, training and education.
Education
Gilroy High School, 1982-1985
U.S. Army Basic Leadership Development Course (BLDC) U.S. Army, Course #8908
U.S. Army Primary Leadership Course (PLDC) U.S. Army, Course #8911
SFPD Field Training Officer (FTO), Course #SFPHT
SFPD Peer Counseling ,SFPD, Course #22650
SFPD Racial Profiling, Course #23282
SFPD Police Crises Intervention Instructor (CIT), Course #20801A
SFPD Crisis Management/Resolving, Course #20770
First Aid/CPR and AED certified
Employment History
United States Army (Sgt E-5)
- Served in the Middle East during the Desert Shield/Storm conflict (combat veteran)
- Specialist (E-4), Storck Barracks 1st Battalion/6th Infantry Illeshiem, Kaserne Germany
- Sergeant (E-5), 82nd Airborne 1/505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, Fort Bragg NC. Platoon Sergeant
San Francisco Police Department (retired)
06/24/1996-06/25/2020
San Francisco, CA
- Assigned to the 185th recruit class, employed as a Police Officer by the City and County of San Francisco for 24 years
- Plainclothes/Undercover operations, Fugitive Recovery Enforcement Teams (FRET), Violence Reduction Teams (VRT), Public Housing Officer and as a Field Training Officer (FTO)
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Henry Hella Cbeezy
May 12, 2024
I've known and trained with Chad for a few years now and I can say he is very knowledgeable and experienced with what he has to share and teach. High level martial artists with a high aptitude for teaching. Highly recommend going in and trying a class you won't leave disappointed.
Kunia Burnett
May 5, 2024
I was looking for a better understanding of FMA. Guru Chad was very welcoming to his school. He explained things very clearly and took the time to make the nessary corrections. Overall it was a great experience. Looking forward to more, and future classes. highly recommend anyone to come join. Thank you Guru Chad
Suzanne Vincecruzhudson
April 26, 2024
RESPECT…Guru Chad has been such an amazing instructor and mentor. I've only been training for about four weeks, and I have learned SO MUCH. My mental and emotional strength has improved along with my physical strength, and I appreciate the discipline I am learning. Guru Chad empowers me by reinforcing my heritage and I appreciate it…this all means more as I continue to embrace the philosophy and internalize the strikes and blocks and flow. He and his wife Rose have welcomed and supported me…and I am grateful for this journey with Northern Escrima Martial Arts.
Dale Delucchi
April 25, 2024
Guru Chad's passion for teaching his students and Martial Arts is truly a combination that any person will benefit not only in learning the art but translating to every day life.
Nick Merchant
April 25, 2024
I have known Guro Chad for a few years now and have trained with him personally. As an instructor, I appreciate his teaching methodology. It is clear and precise, as well as clearly explained. There is no "do it this way because that was how I was taught." Guro Chad is down to earth and willing to go beyond the lesson to make sure you grasp the material.
Shane White
April 24, 2024
Although I am not a student I have known Chad for many years. I know him to be an excellent person and definitely trust in his ability to be an outstanding teacher. We served together in the army. We have been closer than family and he is very dedicated to the martial arts and loves to teach others.
Randall Martin
April 24, 2024
I have been training with Chad for the last several years. His instruction and his martial arts are the real deal. I am a long time martial artist and even though I have years of training, he still manages to challenge me and make me think critically. Not only is he an amazing teacher, he is a good person with integrity, and perseverance. Also His new school is first class, and an excellent training facility.
Monthly Pricing and Packages
Northern Escrima Serrada
4 Classes Per Month (Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday)
- $100* per Month
Total Due at Sign up will be $175*. This will include a one-time startup package fee $75.00 The Startup package will include a Shirt, 2 Sticks and 2 CT wrist bands.
Open Hand Program
(Monday Only)
- $100* per Month
Total Due at Sign up will be $160*. This will include a one-time startup package fee of $60. The Startup package will include a Shirt, Training Kuboton and 2 CT wrist bands.
Cane Program
(Wednesday Only)
- $100* per Month
Total Due at Sign up will be $225*. This will include a one-time startup package fee of $125. The Startup package will include a Shirt, 2 Canes and 2 CT wrist bands.
Knife Program
(Friday Only)
- $125* per Month
Total Due at Sign up will be $200*. This will include a one-time startup package fee of $75. The Startup package will include a Shirt, Training Karambit, Double Edge Training Knife and 2 CT wrist bands.
Unlimited Classes
Allows access to All training options excluding the Cane program)
- $200* per Month
Total Due at Sign up will be $310*. This will include a one-time startup package fee of $110. The Startup package will include a Shirt, 2 Sticks, Training Kuboton, Training Karambit, Double Edge Training Knife and 2 CT wrist bands.
Private Lessons
- Private Lessons are $65* per hour by appointment only
We accept Zelle and Credit Card for Monthly Dues
* There is a 3% charge for all credit card charges
Contact
For more information, please contact us via Instagram @northernescrima or use the information below
Address
4019 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89102
Call Us
415-608-4759
Email Us
northernescrima@gmail.com