A SERIES of professional wrestling matches was held in Makati on Sunday as part of the Filipino Pro-Wrestling Academy program that aims to train aspiring Filipino wrestlers.

The first day of the wrestling academy was held on February 4. It is open to all adults aged 18 and above with no serious medical condition.

Filipino Pro-Wrestling (FPW) is a Philippine-based professional wrestling organization that provides extensive training sessions that help aspiring wrestlers equip themselves with the necessary skills for the sport.

The FPW held a promotion match at the Power Mac Center Spotlight in Circuit Makati on Sunday, February 19. 

During the match, various wrestlers showcased their skills in grappling, punching, kicking, and other wrestling techniques taught by both the top local grapplers and internationally-acclaimed wrestling superstars, according to FPW President and Filipino stand-up comedian Red Ollero.

Among the participants were:

– Evan Carleaux vs Dax Xaviera

– BOLT vs. Robynn

– Mike Madrigal vs Mharckie

– Cali Nueva vs Thiago

– YOLO Twins vs. Nina and Koto Hiro

– Chino Guinto vs Jan Evander

– Quatro vs James “IDOL” Martinez

– Duke Ortega vs. Ralph Imabayashi 

Ollero said the idea behind the training academy was “to give local wrestling a shot” in order to support the local wrestling scene.

“Before, we used to train in boxing rings, with no proper ropes and uneven floors. Half of the staff were volunteers, and we just relied on them to put out a product. Now we have a proper training ring that we wanna develop into a full-fledged wrestling training facility,” Ollero said in a separate statement.

He likewise said that the FPW partnered with various production houses in order to stage the show to its viewers.

The next FPW match taping will be held on March 26 at the PMC Spotlight Blackbox Theater in Circuit, Makati.