ARNIS
Objectives:
▪Discuss the history and backgrounds of Arnis
▪Identify the different equipment's used in Arnis
▪Understand the different basic stances, strikes
and blocking techniques in Arnis.
▪Appreciate the top 5 benefits of Arnis.
What is Arnis ?
ARNIS
▪also known as Kali or Eskrima
▪is the system of Filipino martial arts founded by the
late Remgio Amador Presas “Remy Presas” as a
self defense system.
▪can be performed individually or with a partner
using a single stick or a pair of sticks for striking
and blocking.
▪ The primary weapon is the rattan stick, called a
cane or baston (baton) which varies in size, but
is usually about 28 inches (71 cm) in length.
▪ Arnisador/Arnisadora, men and women who
practiced Arnis.
• Arnis is the Philippines’ National Martial Art or
Sport. (Declared on December 11, 2009).
Former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo has
declared Arnis, a traditional form of martial art, as
the country’s national martial arts and sport. It
was introduced by Sen. Manual “Lito” M. Lapid.
•Republic Act No. 9850 is the act declaring Arnis
as The National Martial Arts and Sports of the
Philippines
•The first national organization for Arnis is the
National Arnis Association of the Philippines
(NARAPHIL) which was founded in 1975 by
Gen. Fabian C. Ver.
The origin of Arnis can be traced back to native
PINTADOS or TINTADUS fighting among the
various pre-Hispanic Filipino tribes or
kingdoms.
Arnis was developed by the indigenous
populations of the Philippines
•The sport Arnis is played between two fighters
with a main objective of earning more points by
legally attacking the opponent with the help of
stick.
•It is said that Arnis develops self-discipline and
control because this sport is a simple martial art
and it is all about defending oneself by using
sticks.
2 Types of Arnis
• 1. Classic Arnis- that is all about the
use of blades and weapons.
•2. Modern Arnis- deals with the art of
stick.
2 Types of Arnis
• 1. Classic Arnis- that is all about the
use of blades and weapons.
•2. Modern Arnis- deals with the art of
stick.
Top 5 benefits of Arnis
1. Self defense.
2. Self discipline.
3. Self control.
4. Full body workout.
5. Improve your mental health.
IMPACT WEAPON
It is one of the primary weapons of Arnis and Filipino
martial arts. It is also known as yantok, olisi, palo,
pamalo, garrote, caña, cane, arnis stick, eskrima stick or
simply, stick.
HEAD GEAR
The Arnis Headgear is a
necessity in arnis combat.
Its materials provide vital
protection from head
strikes, while maintaining
motion capability.
BODY ARMOR
The Body Armor
is designed to provide
thorough upper body
protection, while
allowing mobility and
protection.
LEG GUARD
The Leg Guards provide
complementary protection
to the other arnis battle
gear. The Leg Guards were
designed not only for
protection, but also for
comfort and practicality.
The guards can be used to
protect both the thigh and
the shin area.
GROIN GUARD
The Male Groin Guard
has padding for the pelvic area.
The special contoured groin
cup provides complete
protection for the groin area.
The Male Groin Guard is kept
in place by a dual Velcro strap,
which ensures comfort and
ease in wearing.
HAND GLOVES
The hand gloves serve
as a protection from
strikes as the stick is
held in hand. Its design
and structure further
ensure that a stable grip
is maintained.
ARNIS CLOTHING
STANCES
Attention Stance
• Stand with your feet forming a
45 degrees angle.
• Heels should be close to each
other, knees should be straight,
the waist and body facing
forward.
• Shoulders are dropped to the side
and both hands are at waist
level.
• The Attention Stance is
commonly used in preparation
for courtesy or "bowing" at
commencement of sparring.
Ready Stance • Stand with your feet apart
parallel to the shoulder with
both toes pointing forward.
• The knees should be straight,
the waist and the body facing
forward.
• Hands are on waist level and
the hands should hold the sticks
on both sides.
• The ready stance is commonly
used when standing at ease
during training or tournaments.
Forward Stance
• Starting with the ready stance, move one foot
forward until the knee and the toe are in line to
each other.
• Both toes are pointing in front, the waist and
the body is facing forward.
• The body should not be too low or the lead foot
too extended otherwise it will be hard to
maneuver.
• Distribute the weight or center of gravity to both
legs.
• Forward stances can be right foot lead, which is
the Right Foot Forward Stance or it can be left
foot lead which is Left Foot Forward Stance.
• Forward Stance are commonly used with frontal
striking or blocking techniques.
Oblique Stance • Starting with the ready stance, move one foot
forward 45 degrees away from the body until the
knee and the toe are in line to each other.
• Move on the same direction as the lead foot (e.g. for
right foot lead, move 45 degrees forward to the right).
• Both toes are pointing in front, the waist and the
body is facing forward.
• The body should not be too low or the lead foot too
extended otherwise it will be hard to maneuver.
• Distribute the weight or center of gravity to both
legs.
• Oblique stances can be right foot lead, which is the
Right Foot Oblique Stance or it can be left foot lead
which is Left Foot Oblique Stance.
• Oblique Stances are commonly used for forward
blocking and evasion techniques.
Straddle Stance • Starting with the ready stance, move one foot
about two feet (2’) to the left or the right
direction until both lower legs are almost
perpendicular to the ground.
• Both toes are pointing in front, the waist and
the body is facing forward.
• The body should not be too low or extended
otherwise it will be hard to maneuver.
• Distribute the weight or center of gravity to
both legs.
• Straddle stance are also called Horseback
Riding Stance since it mimics position when
riding on a horse back.
• Straddle stances are commonly used for
blocking the strikes to the side of the body.
Side Stance
• Starting with the ready stance, move one foot
about two feet (2’) to the left or right direction.
• Moving foot will be perpendicular to the ground
while the other leg is extended thereby creating a
position like that of a side kick.
• Both toes are pointing in front, the waist and the
body is facing forward.
• The body should not be too low or extended
otherwise it will be hard to maneuver.
• Distribute the weight or center of gravity to both
legs.
• If the left foot moves to the side it becomes Left
Foot Side Stance, if the right foot moves to the
side it becomes Right Foot Side Stance.
• Side Stances are commonly used for strike
deflection and evasion techniques.
Back Stance • Starting with the ready stance, move one
foot backward 45 degrees away from the
body.
• The heels of the foot should form an
imaginary “L” shape while the legs are in a
straddle position.
• The body should not be too low or extended
otherwise it will be hard to maneuver.
• Distribute the weight or center of gravity to
both legs.
• Back stances can be right foot lead, which
is the Right Foot Back Stance or it can be
left foot lead which is Left Foot Back
Stance.
• Back stances are used for blocking and
backward evasion techniques.
12 BASIC STRIKES
1. Left temple
2. Right temple 11 10
3. Left shoulder
4. Right shoulder
5. Stomach thrust
6. Left chest
7. Right chest
8. Right knee
9. Left knee
10. Left eye
11. Right eye
12. Head/Crown
1. Left temple 2. Right temple
3. Left shoulder 4. Right shoulder
5. Stomach thrust
6. Left chest 7. Right chest
8. Right knee 9. Left knee
10. Left eye 11. Right eye
12.Head/Crown
6 BLOCKING
TECHNIQUES
Performed by bringing the
cane forward supported by
the left hand at the middle of
the cane.
Outside block
Peformed as an
outside block,
however, on the right
side of the body.
Inside block
Performed by
positioning the hand
holding tge cane above
the right shoulder then
swinging the cane
downward to block the
opponents attack.
Downward Inside Block
Performed by
positioning the cane
behind the left ear
then swinging it
downward to block
the opponent’s blow.
Downward Outside Block
Performed by raising
the cane over the
head to block the
opponent’s blow.
Rising Block
Performed by raising the
elbow of the hand hiding the
cane to shoulder level while
the other is supporting it at
the middle.
Vertical Block
Assessment:
• Short quiz
• ¼ sheet of paper
Assignment:
• Practice the different basic stances,
blocking techniques and the 12 basic
strikes of Arnis.
• Wear proper attire.
• Bring your own stick.
THANK YOU !
