Sean Elders Largo Combat Expert Self Defense

EXPERT INSTRUCTOR

Sean Elders is the Founder and Head Instructor of Pinnacle Combat Arts Strategies inc. He has over 37 years of Martial Arts training, 26 years of firearms training, and 15 years of training Military, Law Enforcement, and 3 letter agencies. Sean Elders is unique to most Combative Instructors, because he has experience in an array of different types of Extreme Violent Altercations. His High pressure battle test mindset sets him apart from his peers. He has trained under the top instructor in the world in their field. His focus has been to strive for the best strategy and protocol in the industry of Reality Based Combative’s.

“I was once asked; What makes a great Martial Arts Teacher? A great teacher is someone who’s main focus during class is their students, and not themselves. The focus must be the students growth, mental state, safety, and their ability to apply combat strategy with confidence under pressure against a non-cooperative opponent. The greatest gift a teacher can give a student is the confidence to not just believe they can, but know they can. By creating the right environment for the student to be tested and to thrive in the face of diversity. This is the greatest gift a teacher can give to a student.”

– Founder Sean Elders

INSTRUCTOR LINEAGE

PRIDE IN OUR LINEGE

“I would say Lineage is so important, because the right mindset, the right behavior, the right spirit must be carried forward. All of the delusion, dogma, dysfunction, deceit, decadence, disappointment, and distortions must dissipate and be left behind. We must constantly be striving for greatness & progress, and we can only do this through change.”

– Sean Elders

GURO DAN INOSANTO

Sean Elders is a Certified Instructor under the Martial Arts Lifetime Achievement Award winner Dan Inosanto in:

JUN FAN GUNG FU
JEET KUNE DO
FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS

Dan Inosanto needs no real introduction, but for those new to the world of Martial Arts. He was best friends and training partner to the late Bruce Lee. Left with the torch of Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do, and the only one certified in Jeet Kune Do to further help others find their true way of adaptation through live motion. Dan was left with the heavy burden of responsibility to carry on the Jeet Kune Do philosophy and training progression.

Dan Inosanto is a legend in his own right advancing the progression of Martial Arts from MMA to Self defense by continuing to research. Opening his school to Brazilian Jiu-jitsu when no one would give the Gracies a chance and now a 5th degree Black Belt under Jean Jacques Machado. He also opened his school to the First Muay Thai Instructor Ajarn Surachai Sirisute of Thai Boxing Association. Japanese Shooto world Champion Yori Nakamuri was invited in 1989. The list goes on. Guro Dan is the greatest contributor to the Martial Arts world, because of his JKD mentality of leaving behind old dogmatic ways of thinking and progress forward.

Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje Jr.

Sean Elders is a Certified Instructor under the Martial Arts Lifetime Achievement Award winner Tuhon Leo Gaje Jr. in:

Tactical Firearms
Edge Weapons
Impact Weapons
Empty hand
Tactical Team Engagement
Advanced Tactical Firearms
Advance Combat Engagement

Tuhon Leo is the sole heir of Pekiti Tirsia Kali which was founded in 1897, but a lineage dating back thousands of years. The Sole purpose of PTK is to provide Military, Law Enforcement, and Civilians the clear and direct approach to any and all combat situations.

PTK is respected World Wide for it’s Tactical Deployment strategies. Tuhon Leo has been on Discovery Channel, History Channel, and National Geographic’s Demonstrating the effectiveness of PTK.

PAUL VUNAK

Sean Elders is a Full Instructor under the World Renown Legend Paul Vunak in:

Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do
Filipino Kali
Ground Fighting -BJJ
Rapid Assault Tactics
Advanced Law Enforcement Instructor 1 & 2
Advanced Edged Weapons 1 & 2
Trapping Out of the MMA Matrix
Women/Children Self Defense E.T.G.S.

Paul Vunak is one of the most well known and famous Martial Art Instructors in the World. His work with developing the Navy Seal Team Combative’s program well known in Military Circles. Paul Vunak has gone on to develop programs for the FBI, DEA, and many Law Enforcement Program across the nation.

Paul Vunak was the one to introduce Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Dan Inosanto, and the Jeet Kune Do family. Paul Vunak went on to be the visionary and inspiration to the Gracie family to create the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Paul Vunak is a visionary in the fighting world and the development of instructional Videos.

John “Jack” Bryan

Sean Elders was trained by John his Step Dad for 7 years from 1994 to 2001 in:

Hand to Hand Combat – Operative Engagement
Edge Weapons
Impact Weapons
Tactical Firearms
Special Operations Training
In-fighting clinch Termination
World War 2 Combatives

John passed in 2002 from cancer, but left behind a legacy with his Step Son Sean of his training and experience in a 3 letter agency as a operative. Sean learned the meat and potatos of JKD and Kali Silat.

Sean learned the same intense training program as John learned, and went through a rigorous 3 day series of training Modules for 7 years. High Pressure intense combat exercises to develop the reflexes, adaptation, body mechanics, and agility.

Sifu/Guro Lopez J.

Sean Elders is a Full Instructor and trained from 2003 to 2008 with Sifu Lopez in:

Boxing / Kickboxing
Jiu-Jitsu / Wrestling
Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do
Filipino Kali
Silat
Offensive Fighting Tactics
Instructors Training
JKD Matrix
JKD live motion coach

Sifu Lopez was a teachers teacher, and was known for intense battling testing. Making sure his student knew how to adapt in the most intense environments. He had a vast understanding of Filipino Kali and Silat. He trained under several of Bruce Lee’s Original Students, and was a hardcore JKD fighter.

He was old school and put Sean through high level of rigorous battle games. He use to say; “Don’t think you can, know you can, and only way you know you can is to be tested to the limit!”, and his training reflected that.

TACTICAL FIREARMS

1992 – 1996 Rifle training – Boy Scouts of America
1994 – 2001 Tactical Firearms Training – John Bryan
2002 – 2003 S2 Institute – Advance Firearms and G License
2002 – 2010 Executive Protection and Security Detail
2014 – Present Advanced Tactical Firearms Training – Pekiti Tirsia Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje Jr.

MARTIAL ARTS CREDENTIALS

1983 – 1992 Shaolin Kung Fu – Black Sash

1987 – 1997 Budo Ju-Jitsu – Black Belt

1987 – Present Tai Chi & Qigong – Lifetime Practitioner & Instructor

1994 – 2001 John “Jack” Bryan – Combative Training

2000 – Present Inosanto Academy Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do – Instructor Rank

2000 – Present Inosanto Academy in Filipino Kali Silat – Instructor Rank

2000 – Present Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu No Gi – No Rank

2002 – 2007 American Kenpo Karate – Black Belt 3rd Dan

2003 – 2008 JKD, Kali, Silat, OFT Survival Solutions John Lopez – Full Instructor

2004-2007 Kyokushinkai Karate

2006 – 2008 Sand Shou or Sanda Kickboxing & Boxing training under Ali Tareh

2006 – 2013 Training with Paul Vunak – Full Instructor

2005 – Present Wing Chun – Under several Instructors – No Rank

2012 – Present Pekiti Tirsia Kali under Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje Jr. – Instructor Level

2000 – Present Francis Fong Wing Chun – Seminars

2000 – Present Muay Thai Ajarn Surachai Sirisute – Seminars

2000 – Present Jean Jacques Machado – Seminars

2017 & 2018 Garimot Arnis – under Chieftain Abon “Garimot” Baet – Seminars

Take The Challenge!

If you are ready to be challenged, have the fortitude to grow, and be willing to be the best version of yourself. Then contact us, and start your journey with Pinnacle Combat Arts Academy TODAY!

Testimonials

"The Experience has, truly, been life-changing for me both from a Self-defense/fitness perspective and in the friendship that I have with Sifu Sean. This is an environment without pressure and unending encouragement. Sifu Sean has a dedicated personal interest in his students successes, which is something you aren't likely to find in other gyms. The classes are effective, informative, and engaging. I leave each class in a much better mood than when I came in. You can come in at any skill level, and you will be welcome here. Thank you for all you do Sifu Sean!!"

Jessica Dollard

5 Year Student

"Once you walk into Pinnacle Combat Arts Academy, you'll be greeted with a warm smile and given an opportunity to change your life for the better, increase your confidence level, and truly find out what you're capable of. Pinnacle Combat Arts Academy is a safe and welcoming place where all students help, grow, and uplift each other under the guidance of an exceptional instructor, Sifu Sean Elders. Sifu Sean has over 30 years of martial arts experience and he teaches the best and the most efficient martial arts suited for your needs. Sifu Sean is there to help and improve your life, which in turn positively impacts the life of your family, friends, and loved ones. I know this to be true because he has helped change my life for the better and I will forever be thankful for this. Come and join us! Good times are ahead of you."

Goran Ceric

11 Year Student

I feel more confident in myself & aware, & physically I am in the best shape I ever have been. I highly recommend JKD/Kali to anyone interested in learning practical martial arts. There is so much to learn & so many aspects that are applicable to your daily life. Sifu Sean is full of knowledge, passion, & an eagerness to teach this art. His unending encouragement & kindness is rare to find, & he has become both a dear friend & mentor.

Melissa Edwards

5 Year Student

"I can't even begin to tell you how amazing the training is at PCA. I have developed skills that let me know that if I need to I can effectively protect myself and my family. It has given me an awareness thatI never had before. I would suggest this school to anyone who is looking to improve their health, learning some new skills, and who is looking for a great work out!!!"

Rolando Yamid Q.

10 Year Student

"Amazing workout and great support. I've lost at total of 60lbs. Sifu Sean has helped me gain so much mental strength and confidence in combat. I have a true passion for Filipino Kali now, because of Sifu Sean. Pinnacle Combat Arts will change your life! 😍👏

Cori Register

2 Year Student

"Not only is Sifu Sean an excellant martial artist, he's a great teacher, one who ensures that no single student is ever overlooked as you would expect at McDojos everywhere. Classes are kept small for this reason. At PCA you arn't treated like an ATM, but like a human being. This brings me to add, classes are fun! Again, egos aren't welcome at the school. This creates an inviting atmosphere, especially for new students, for which to learn. There will be moments of camaraderie, but Sifu Sean values each student such as myself enough to ensure that we are learning as much as possible, at the proper pace so that time isn't wasted, only spent."

David Ginn

5 Years Student

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