Silat Perisai Diri

Silat Perisai Diri brings the Indonesian martial art of silat to Tarragindi, offering training in one of South East Asia's most respected traditional fighting systems. Perisai Diri, meaning self-shield, is a style renowned for its fluid movement, practical self-defence and emphasis on developing both body and character, and this Tarragindi school carries that tradition into the Brisbane community.

Classes centre on the disciplines and techniques that define silat, from footwork and striking to defensive forms, taught in a small-group setting that allows for close attention and steady progression. The training space is set up with mats suited to the grappling and movement work that silat involves, supporting a hands-on, technique-focused approach.

For anyone in the Tarragindi area curious about a martial art that is a little different from the mainstream, Silat Perisai Diri offers an authentic entry point into a centuries-old system. It suits students who value tradition, discipline and practical self-defence, and who are looking for a welcoming group in which to learn at a considered, sustainable pace. Newcomers and beginners are typically welcome to come along and see whether silat is the right fit for them.