First IBF Mini-Seminar at White Wolf Mudo Ryu

On Tuesday, 14th July 2026, White Wolf Mudo Ryu in Malta hosted its first official International Budo Federation (IBF) Malta mini-seminar. Running from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, this session brought together practitioners from White Wolf Mudo Ryu and The World Nickelstick Eskrima Club for a dynamic evening of skill-sharing, technique refinement, and community building.

The event highlighted the spirit of collaboration in martial arts, where different styles come together to learn, grow, and strengthen bonds within the broader Budo community.

Event Overview and Welcoming Atmosphere

The seminar took place in the welcoming dojo space of White Wolf Mudo Ryu in Pieta, with participants, ranging from dedicated students to senior instructors, gathered on the red and black training mats, ready to absorb new knowledge. Sensei Glenn Galea, founder and head instructor of White Wolf Mudo Ryu, led the hosting efforts, creating an environment focused on mutual respect and practical learning.

Sensei Glenn Galea with Sensei Lee Hollins

A highlight of the evening was the instruction led by Sensei Lee Hollins from The World Nickelstick Eskrima Club (Bulldog Nickelstick UK). As a 2nd level Balintawak student of Grand Master Martin Sillitoe, Sensei Lee brought authentic expertise in Filipino martial arts, specifically focusing on stick-based combat.

Students learned essential main stick blocks, striking points, and the critical importance of partner work and flow drills.

The session emphasised practical application, timing, and control — skills that translate directly to real-world self-defence scenarios.

What is Bulldog Nickelstick Eskrima?

Bulldog Nickelstick is part of The World Nickelstick Eskrima Club, specialising in practical, effective stick fighting rooted in Balintawak and other Filipino systems. Led by Grand Master Martin Sillitoe in the UK. https://nickelstick.co.uk/

Nickelstick Eskrima Techniques with Sensei Lee Hollins

Sensei Sensei Lee Hollins with White Wolf students

In return, Sensei Glenn Galea demonstrated core White Wolf Mudo Ryu techniques. The session covered joint locks, hand releases, and comprehensive self-defence strategies — including effective responses to knife threats.

These demonstrations underscored Mudo Ryu’s combat-oriented approach, blending traditional principles with modern applicability. The energy in the room was electric as participants practised under the guidance of both instructors.

Mudo Ryu Demonstrations: Locks, Releases, and Knife Defence

Focused instruction moment with Sensei Glenn

The seminar concluded with a heartfelt gesture of gratitude.

Together with White Wolf Mudo Ryu students, Sensei Glenn president of Malta IBF, Sensei Kateryna vice president of Malta IBF and Sensei Ryan presented Sensei Lee Hollins with a Certificate of Appreciation along with small gifts, recognising his valuable contribution and the successful knowledge exchange.

Closing Ceremony: Certificate of Appreciation

(Left to right) Sensei Ryan, Sensei Kateryna, Sensei Lee and Sensei Glenn

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