Arnis Martial Arts Quiz

Arnis: Filipino Martial Arts and Sports

• Arnis is a Filipino martial art. It can be practiced individually or with a partner. It uses one or two sticks for striking and blocking. It can also be used for self-defense.

History of Arnis

• Arnis was originally known as "Kali".
• In the 16th century, the Spanish banned the practice of Kali.
• The fighting system was renamed Arnis in the 1870s, possibly as a way to avoid the Spanish ban.
• Arnis is believed to be a corruption of the Spanish term "arnes".

Modern Arnis

• Remy Presas developed a modern Arnis in the 1960s.
• The goal was to create an injury-free training method.
• Arnis became part of the Palarong Pambansa in 2010.
• Arnis is also recognized as a National Martial Art and Sport (R.A. No. 9850) in the Philippines in 2009.

Forms of Play in Arnis

• Espada y Daga: This form uses a long, wooden sword and a short, wooden dagger.
• Solo Baston: This form uses a single stick, made of hardened rattan or wood.
• Sinnawali: This form involves two people. It uses two sticks, and focuses on weaving techniques and blocking/response methods.

Types of Arnis Competition

• Arnis Stick Fighting: This competition takes place in a square court measuring 8m x 8m.
• Arnis Anyo: This a demonstration of artistic, choreographed, offensive and defensive techniques. This competition involves individual and team events with different weapon divisions (single stick, double stick, sword/dagger). The winner is based on the judges score.

Benefits of Arnis

• Self-defense
• Preserving cultural heritage
• Development of social skills
• Improvement in muscular endurance and strength
• Improved body coordination and cardiovascular health

Arnis Safety Guidelines

• Medical check-ups
• Warm-up exercises
• First-aid kits during practices
• Knowing the proper use of the arnis stick
• Remaining attentive during practice

Arnis Equipment

• Weapons: Wooden sticks (28-30 inches long, 1-inch diameter), wooden & metallic replicas of bladed weapons (ethnic Asian origin, no sharp edges).
• Gear Protector: Head protector, body protector, forearm and shin guards

Parts of an Arnis Stick

• Thrust
• Body of Arnis stick
• Grip
• Panyo

Facility and Officiating Equipment's

• Scoreboard
• Flags
• Competition Area: 8m x 8m size court
• Officials: Timer, recorders, judges, referees