Personal Information
Antonio “Bhong” Estrada Jr.
Martial Arts Summary
Antonio “Bong” Estrada Jr. is a martial arts practitioner with over three decades of
experience. He is the founder of the Filipino Martial Arts – Arnis Tirada System and 6th
Dan Black Belt in Okinawa Karate Shorin-ryu Shidokan. His career reflects sustained
excellence in competition, Instructor, and dedication to martial arts development locally
and abroad.
Martial Arts Qualifications & Ranks
Okinawa Shorin-ryu Karate-Do (Shidokan)
6th Dan (Shihan/Master) – Awarded by Kyoshi Dominador “Jun” Caballero Jr.
3rd–5th Dan– Awarded by Kyoshi Dominador “Jun” Caballero Jr.
1st–2nd Dan Black Belt – Graded by Master Fraz G. Lopez
Black Belt – Graded by Master Edgar Telebangco
2nd Lakan / Black Belt – Modern Arnis Dagooc System
Punong Guro – Filipino Martial Arts – Arnis Tirada System
Certificates
Instructor License Certificate – Okinawa Karate Shorin-ryu Shidokan
Operate Dojo License Certificate – Okinawa Karate Shorin-ryu Shidokan
Authority to Teach Certificate – Modern Arnis – Dagooc System
Coaching and Leadership
Founder and Chief Instructor – Arnis Tirada System
President and Chief Instructor – Philippine Catsclaw Martial Arts Association – Kuwait
President of Okinawa Shorin-ryu Karate Shidokan – Kuwait
Active instructor in Okinawa Shorin-ryu Karate and Filipino Martial Arts Internationally
Training Background & Lineage
Began informal martial arts training during high school
Formally commenced training in 1989 with Isshin-ryu Karate, Delta Gym, Quezon City, Philippines
Karate Shorin ryu Shidokan – Hanshi Dominador Caballero
Combat Aikido – Under Arno Cardenas (United States Navy, Ret.)
Full Contact Freestyle Martial Arts – Under Sensei Harrie T. Casimiro
Kali Ilustrísimo – Under Master Arnold Narzo
Modern Arnis – Under Grand Master Rodel DAgooc
Competitive Achievements
Karate and Filipino Martial Arts – Arnis Kali Eskrima
2023 – Athlete of the Year, Filipino Community in Kuwait
2025 – Champion – Individual Category Arnis Laban – 1st GCC Arnis Open Tournament – Kuwait
2025 – Champion – Team Category Arnis Laban – 1st GCC Arnis Open Tournament – Kuwait
2025 – Champion – Arnis Anyo – 1st GCC Arnis Open Tournament – Kuwait
2023 – Champion – Open Karate Tournament – OSKA Tournament, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2023 – Champion – Arnis Tournament – OSKA Tournament, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2023 – Back-to-back Champion, Arnis | Karate Team Competition, Damman, Saudi Arabia
2014 – Silver Medalist, GM Rodel Dagooc’s Cup – Kuwait
2013 – Bronze Medalist, GM Rodel Dagooc’s Cup – Kuwait
2012 – Silver Medalist, GM Rodel Dagooc’s Cup – Kuwait
1992 – Champion, Karate Team Competition, Bakbakan sa Pasig (Philippines)
Shooting Competitions
2003–2006 – Multiple Top 5 placements in Kuwaiti-Filipino shooting events finishes in assault, tactical,
and team shooting events.
1st Place – All-Filipino Practical Shooting Competition (2003)
Champion – Team Challenge Assault Shooting Event (2004)
Silver Medalist – President’s Cup (2006)
Philosophy & Mission
Guided by the Okinawan saying:
“If it is in your mind, it is only a theory. If it is in your hands, it is experience.”
Guro Bong’s mission is to spread practical martial arts knowledge rooted in tradition, discipline, and real
world application. He continues to lead seminars, train future instructors, and expand Shorinryu Karate
and the Arnis Tirada System throughout Kuwait and globally.