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Martial Arts Instructional and Informational Workshops
Pacific Media Expo's Martial Arts Workshops program is back and better than ever with three diverse workshops sure to excite martial arts fans. The workshops showcase a diverse array of martial arts from the Philippines, and Brazil. A valid PMX 2012 membership is required to attend these workshops, don't miss out register now.
Capoeira
Saturday November 10 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in Carmel (Workshops 1)
Pacific Media Expo is excited to start off their 2012 martial arts workshops with the exciting and wonderful Brazilian martial art of Capoeira. Featured in the movie Only The Strong with actor and martial artist Mark Dacascos, this demo/ workshop will be sure to wow and excite everyone.
Instrutor Guatambu (gwah-tahm-BU) has been training capoeira for over 12 years and and teaching for over six years under the guidance of Mestres Acordeon, R„, and Suelly of the United Capoeira Association in Berkeley, CA. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil, and educated in the San Francisco Bay Area, Instrutor Guatambu shares his goal of honoring the joy, personal growth, and community that the art of capoeira offers to any willing to learn. For more info on Capoeira, please go to their website
Be sure not to miss this exhibition of high quality martial arts from Brazil.
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
Saturday November 10 1:00-3:00 PM in Carmel (Workshops 1)
Pacific Media Expo is pleased to feature a martial arts workshop on the ever growing popular martial art and sport of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. Change into your gi and enjoy some mat knowledge dropped by Gracie Barra Black Belt Professor Kenny Tenny. He is currently a black belt under the legendary Carlos Gracie Jr. and the head instructor of Gracie Barra of Agoura Hills.
As mentioned earlier, don't forget to bring a clean BJJ Gi. There will be tatami matted floors so that Professor Tenny can share with you techniques and strategies that have made him successful. Even if you do not have a BJJ Gi come by and check out how Japanese culture has inspired this martial art that hails from Brazil! Open to PMX members only!
Yaw-Yan Ardigma
Saturday November 10 3:00-5:00 PM in Carmel (Workshops 1)
Pacific Media Expo's final martial arts workshop will by no means disappoint. Legendary kickboxing champion of the Philippines, Benigno "Ekin" Caniga will be giving a hands on demonstration and workshop on Sayaw ng Kamatayan (translated to Dance of Death). Yaw Yan, as it is more popularly called, is the Philippines own kickboxing system developed in the early 70's by Grandmaster Nap Fernandez. Not for the weak of heart, the brutal kicks, knees, and elbows, of this art rivals that of Muay Thai, Tae Kwon Do, and other similar martial arts. Don't miss out witnessing and participating in this rare martial arts form slowly gaining popularity in California. |
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Night Zero Reg Delay
PMX Attendees Night Zero Registration has been delayed to 8 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. (11.08.12)
PMX is Mobile!
You can now find PMX on Guidebook. Schedule, maps, twitter, alerts and more on your iOS and Android devices for free! (11.08.12)
Guest Update
Due to a health issue, Z8 will not be able to travel to PMX this weekend. PMX apologizes for any inconvenience that this may cause. (11.06.12)
Deadline Extended
The deadline for entering CosFest is now Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 11:59 p.m. The rules have also been updated with times and locations. (11.04.12)
Program Schedule
The PMX Programming Schedule has been updated. (11.02.12)
Swap Meet Info
PMX Swap Meet information for 2012 has been posted. Signup opens tonight at 8! (11.01.12)
Avatar's Prince Zuko
Actor Dante Basco will be appearing at PMX. Dante will be appearing Sunday and will have a panel and autograph session. (10.31.12)
CosFest Forms
Forms for CosFest participation and judging are now available here. Fill out forms relevant to your entry and bring them to the Cosplay Office. (10.30.12)
Night Zero
Get a head start on the weekend by picking up your badge early! Come join us Thursday night for PMX Night Zero. (10.30.12)
Reiyukai America
PMX welcomes back Reiyukai America. They will be holding a panel and workshops on Friday and Saturday. (10.30.12)
Game On
PMX Gaming returns and expands for 2012 with both video game and table top gaming. It will also feature a Go workshop. (10.26.12)
Taiko Workshop
Senryu Taiko will be coming to PMX to hold a panel and have a workshop. Attendees also get a chance to try out the taiko drums. (10.26.12)
Food Trucking
PMX Food Program is pleased to announce The Bun Truck and Truck Norris will be serving at PMX 2012. (10.26.12)
Pocky Room
The Pocky Room is back! Sample the many different flavors of the popular snack food at PMX 2012. (10.26.12)
Program Schedule
The programming schedule for PMX 2012 is now available! The schedule will be updated up until PMX, so stay tuned for more updates! (10.24.12)
Power Rangers!
PMX welcomes Power Rangers Samurai, featuring rangers Alex Heartman, Steven Skyler, Najee De-Tiege, and Hector David Jr. (10.23.12)
Winter Crafts
PMX is pleased to announce Winterland Craft Party with special guest Masumi Kanoh of Baby, the Stars Shine Bright! (10.19.12)
GRAMM
Pacific Media Expo is pleased to announce GRAMM designer Z8 as our second fashion guest of honor for 2012. (10.18.12)
Application News
The applications for Way of the Stick and Blade and White Out Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments are now available! (10.18.12)
Artists Market Details
Artists Market Signup instructions have been posted! Click here. Signup opens tonight at 8! (10.18.12)
Mobile Guide
PMX will once again be using Guidebook to provide up-to-date schedules and maps to attendees using Apple iOS or Android devices. (10.17.12)
Ryan Stylez
Pacific Media Expo is pleased to welcome Billboard charting singer/songwriter Ryan Stylez. (10.16.12)
White Rabbit
PMX Food Program is back for 2012 and we are happy to announce that White Rabbit, will be serving at PMX 2012. (10.08.12)
$45 Pre-Reg Extended
The October deadline for $45 Full Memberships has been extended to the 15th. Click here. (10.07.12)
Artists Market Info
Signup for tables will open on Thursday October 11th 18th at 8 P.M. Click here for more information. (10.05.12)
Fashion Guest
PMX is excited to announce our fashion guest of honor, Masumi Kanoh, representing Baby, the Stars Shine Bright. (10.03.12)
Are You a VIP?
The Moon Stream VIP Fan Bundle will go on sale at 8:15 p.m. PDT on Tues., Oct. 2. (09.26.12)
Press Reg is Open!
Please note that Press Policies have changed somewhat this year. Click here for more information. (09.25.12)
Industry Reg is Open!
Please note that Industry Policies have changed somewhat this year. Click here for more information. (09.21.12)
Panel Reg is Open!
Would you like to present a Panel or Workshop at PMX? Click here for more information. (09.20.12)
Nights of Music
The Pacific Music Live will have two nights of concerts featuring Moon Stream, Lolita Dark, Psycho Bando, and Stephanie Yanez! (09.19.12)
Mr. Nonaka Returns
PMX is pleased to welcome back mecha designer Tsuyoshi Nonaka. (09.17.12)
Moon Stream at PMX
PMX welcomes Moon Stream as music guest of honor. VIP fan bundle will be available. (09.16.12)
Just Dance
M3 Productions returns to bring electronic dance music to PMX. Meet the DJs. (09.16.12)
Welcome Mr. Yokota
PMX is pleased to welcome character designer and animation director Mamoru Yokota. This is his first appearance at PMX. (09.14.12)
CosFest Reg is Open!
CosFest rules have been updated and online registration is now open. (09.08.12)
FMA Returns
The Way of the Stick and Blade returns to PMX. In addition, we will have our first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament: White Out. (08.17.12)
Scavenger Hunt
The Fashion Scavenger Hunt returns! Win prizes by exploring the convention and solving puzzles. (08.15.12)
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