10 Examples of Arnis Terminologies Quiz and Flashcards

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What is the proper term for a double stick weapon in Arnis?

Doble Baston (correct)

Baston

Daga

Espada

How is the Yantok, or stick weapon, typically held in Arnis?

One fist away from the punyo (butt) of the stick, with the thumb closed around the grip (correct)

Closer to the daga (dagger) end of the weapon

With the hand positioned at the center of the stick

With the fingers spread wide along the length of the stick

What is the term used to describe the weaving movement of the weapons in Arnis?

Handa

Sinawali (correct)

Pugay

Dumog

What is the correct term for the combination of a sword and a dagger in Arnis?

Espada y Daga Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Saludo/Salutation in Arnis?

To show respect to the opponent Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct term for the unarmed combat techniques in Arnis?

Mano Y Mano Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary weapon used in the traditional Filipino martial art of Arnis?

Cane or baton Signup and view all the answers

What technique in Arnis involves the use of a pair of sticks for striking and blocking?

Doble Baston Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following Arnis techniques involves the use of a sword and dagger together?

Espada y Daga Signup and view all the answers

What is the weaving movement technique called in Arnis?

Sinawali Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not an alternative name for the Filipino martial art of Arnis?

Karate Signup and view all the answers

In 1521, how did the Filipino islanders defeat the Spanish conquistador forces led by Ferdinand Magellan?

With their fearsome Arnis abilities and bladed weapons Signup and view all the answers

In the traditional form of Arnis, what is the primary focus?

Warfare with bladed weapons Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques is associated with the Sinawali pattern in Arnis?

Weaving movement of sticks or weapons Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary weapon used in the Espada y Daga technique?

Sword and Dagger (Espada y Daga) Signup and view all the answers

Which technique involves the use of two sticks or weapons simultaneously?

Doble Baston (Double stick) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary weapon used in the Yantok technique?

Single stick (Yantok) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary weapon used in the Espada technique?

Sword (Espada) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Terminologies in Arnis

Arnisador: practitioners of Arnis
Butt: punyo of the stick closer to the handle
Dagger: daga
Distance (Long Range): largo
Distance (Medium Range): Medio
Distance (Short Range): Corto
Goodbye: paalam
Grappling or Wrestling: dumog
Grip: the way to hold the stick
Handle/Grip of Weapon: Puño
Hello: Mabuhay (or) Kumusta
How are you?: Kumusta?
Instructor: Guro
Machete: bolo
Poke: Tusok
Ready Position: Handa
Respect: Pugay (form of salutation/greeting between practitioners)
Stab or Thrust: Saksak
Stick (Single): Solo Baston
Stick (Double): Doble Baston
Stick Weapon: Yantok
Sword: Espada
Sword and Dagger: Espada y Daga
Thank you: Salamat
Unarmed Combat: Mano Y Mano
You are welcome: Walang Anuman
Weaving (Weapon Movement): Sinawali
Proper Hold of Stick: hold the stick one fist away from the punyo (butt) of the stick, close the grip with the thumb

Saludo/Salutation

begins with Handa position followed by Pugay
Handa Position: feet are parallel apart, aligned with shoulder, stick is positioned in front of the body by holding the sticks on both sides
Pugay: position or lift the weapon hand across the chest, while the feet are at a 45-degree angle
Bowing: take a bow together with the mate or opponent then, proceed back to the original position

Arnis History

Arnis originated in the Philippines
involves hand-to-hand combat, grappling, and weapons disarming
primary weapon used: cane or baton
Arnis was developed by the indigenous populations of the Philippines
also known as Eskrima, Kali, and Garrote
traditionally involved rattan, swords, daggers, and spears
in 1521, Filipino islanders defeated Ferdinand Magellan's Spanish conquistador forces
in 2009, the government of the Philippines declared Arnis to be the martial art and national sport of the Philippines

Arnis Modern and Traditional

Modern Arnis: deals with the transmission of the old art to sticks and everyday objects
Traditional Arnis: about warfare with blades

Arnis in the Philippines

Senator Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri authored and spearheaded the law declaring Arnis as the national sport of the country
President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo approved and signed Arnis as the national sport of the country into law
PEKAF (Philippine Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation) is the governing body of Arnis in the Philippines
Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri is the Chairman of PEKAF

Equipments in Arnis

Wooden Stick: made of rattan, measures not less than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm in length, with a diameter of not less than 1.3 cm and not more than 3.8 cm
Foam: cushion material, should be foaming the padded sticks and shall have a maximum grip diameter not greater than 3.81 cm

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Test your knowledge of common terms and phrases used in Arnis practice, including the meanings of words like 'Butt', 'Dagger', and 'Grip'. See if you can match the terminology with its correct definition!