Balintawak Cuentada Arnis · Metuchen, NJ
Welcome to New Jersey Balintawak™. We offer specialized, close-quarters Filipino Martial Arts (Balintawak Cuentada Arnis & Escrima) training in Metuchen, NJ—serving practitioners across Middlesex County, Edison, and Central Jersey.
Lineage
With an illustrious career spanning decades, GM Taboada has become a revered figure, a current legend, and an icon of Filipino martial arts.
Born and raised in Cebu, Philippines, Bobby began his journey in the martial arts at a very young age, training under Grandmaster Teofilo Velez, one of the original members of the Balintawak Arnis Club.
Founder, New Jersey Balintawak
With over 25 years of martial arts experience and extensive training in the art of Balintawak Cuentada under Guro Jeff Soriano, Guro Frank has been presented his Instructor Certificate by GM Bobby Taboada.
The Art
Originating from Cebu, Philippines, the Balintawak Cuentada method was developed by Grandmaster Bobby Taboada as he taught the art around the world — drawing on his upbringing in the original Balintawak Club under Grandmasters Teofilo Velez, Atty. Jose Villasin, and the Club’s other instructors.
“Cuentada” means counter for counter — the philosophy at the heart of GM Bobby’s approach to training.
Beginning with the foundation of solo drills for speed, power, and control, practitioners progress to partner training, with increasing layers of free flow as they gain experience and skill.
Curriculum
Our Training Approach
We focus very closely on each individual’s goals and development.
We utilize strength and conditioning exercises throughout our classes to maximize the gains of the students.
We welcome individuals of all training backgrounds and experience levels, and all practitioners and instructors in our class respect and help each other.
Upcoming Event
April 26, 2025 · 9AM–5PM
For the second year, Grandmaster Bobby Taboada brings his over six decades of experience in martial arts, body mechanics, and traditional Arnis practice to New Jersey. No experience necessary — all levels and systems are welcome!
MSquare Fitness · 216 Tingley Ln, Edison, NJ 08820
Visit a Class
986 Amboy Avenue
Metuchen, NJ 08837
Sunday, 10AM–12PM
One-on-one training by appointment
