Tom McGrath interviews GM Pat O'Malley on his recent promotion to Grand Master status in Filipino Martial Arts. Pat is one of the most prolific characters in the development of FMA in the UK, and has travelled the globe as both student and instructor. Originally studying with Guro Bob Breen in JKD Kali, Pat quickly gained success and notoriety as a fighter on the full contact scene. After winning 3 international titles, 5 European titles, and 32 UK titles, Pat went on to coach the British stickfighting team, who enjoyed numerous victories under his direction. Pat also and founded the Black Eagle Society - full contact, anything goes stick-fighting where participants only have a helmet and gloves.

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