Arnis is the Filipino Art of stickfighting. It was originally
the martial art that practice bladed weapons.The blade has evolved
into the use of rattan stick called a yantok.
Arnis was developed
in the Phillipines, when the Spanish invaders outlawed all martial
arts. The word Arnis comes from a slang term 'Harnes', which
in spanish means armour.
Arnis has gained
in popularity as a very practical system of self defense.It
is also a fun and exciting competition sport for those who want
to test their skills against experienced Arnisadors (stick fighters,practicioner
of Arnis).
The program consists
of stickfighting, knife and stick, Espada Y Daga, knife self
defense, empty hand combat, wrist lock takedowns and sport Arnis.
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us for more information.