Basic Silat Knife Drills
Master the blade. Sharpen the soul.
Basic Silat Knife Drills is a comprehensive 127-page guide to traditional Malay knife combat, authored by Ilmi Khalid — Silat teacher, storyteller, and founder of Seni Bilah Melayu Silat Academy.
Inside, you’ll find:
- ✅ 30+ structured solo drills for the pisau belati knife
- ✅ Detailed step-by-step instructions with footwork, timing, and targets
- ✅ Realistic striking angles for attack training
- ✅ Breathwork and cooldown section to end each session with purpose
- ✅ Warrior stories to inspire — including legends like Nusaybah bint Ka‘b, Hang Tuah, and Adruja Wijayamala
- ✅ Islamic reflections on ethics, control, and the path of the warrior
This is more than just a workout. It’s a manual of discipline, a tribute to the braves, and a weapon of knowledge passed on through centuries.
Perfect for:
- Martial artists seeking authentic Silat drills
- Instructors looking to strengthen fundamentals and enhance curriculum
- Anyone training with a safe practice knife
Testimonials:
- "This is a must read for the Serious Silat Practitioners. That is looking for a book that has True Historical value and a good basic approach to Belati training."
Sijo James E. Smith,
American Institute of Martial Arts,
Houston, USA
- "Awesome! Simple writing, easy to understand and straight to the point!"
Skyz
Silat 2 Hari Practitioner
Cyberjaya, Malaysia
- "The ebook is amazing and more than worth the price- the explanations accompanying the photos are crystal clear!"
KC Nazari
Martial Arts Activist
Puchong, Malaysia