1) You will study an ancient art that only a handful of people on the planet really know about. The Filipino fighting arts are not very well known, and there are only a small amount of people who know this art, most of which are elite martial artists, police officers, and military personell.
2) It will instantly improve your skill in any other sport you play or martial art you currently practice. This is accomplished hrough the use of sophisticated training methods that require the utmost mobility, speed, timing, and coordination.
3) It will help you in school or in the workplace because it develops your sense of concentration, tactical thinking, and decision making all while teaching you how to keep a clear head. If you can deal with a 28 inch machete coming at you, then a physics test or that task your boss asked you to do is a piece of cake.
4) You will get in awesome shape. The footwork drills, wielding of weapons, and high-intensity sparring sessions will definitely make you break a sweat and tone your whole body.
5) You will experience the beautiful culture of the Filipino people. When you learn about how a particular people fight, then you learn about the people themselves, their history, and their traditions.
6) It's a great way to reduce stress. There's nothing quite like the wielding of weapons to get your frustrations out.
7) You will form bonds and make friendships with those you train with. Training groups are like a family, one where each member helps another bring out the best in themselves.
8) You will develop a sense of courage and a willingness to help protect those around you. The FMAs will give you the skills you need to protect those who cannot protect themselves. If trouble is ever to arise, you will have the knowledge of how to deal with that situation.
9) You will develop a strong sense of honor, focus, self-discipline, and self-awareness. These are essential attributes to any successful individual.
10) IT'S FUN! Training in FMA is a blast. Learn how to become a more powerful person while having a good time doing it. FMA has rhythm, grace, finesse...all of which help develop a better sense of self and a stronger, more courageous person.