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ARNIS

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Watch a video
about an Arnis
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the performance

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ARNIS:
Nature and Background

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Arnis is regarded as a traditional
Filipino Martial Art. However, its origin in
not yet discovered.

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✔ This sport shows fighting with weapons such as
knives, bladed weapons, sticks, or other
pacifying of weapons, and hand combat.
✔ The main purpose of Arnis is for self-defense.
On December 11, 2009, Arnis was declared as the
Republic Act 9850 signed by President Gloria
Macapagal Arroyo.

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✔ Lapu-Lapu was considered the first Master of
Arnis for fighting Magellan. Even though the
and guns, Lapu-Lapu and his men used wooden
instruments, spears, and bolos. The use of these
winning the fight against the Spaniards. Thus,
Magellan died during the battle between him and

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1. PROTECTIVE
GEAR

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A. HEAD GEAR
✔ Refers to a pair of protective head gear to
include an impact worthy facemask, the
specifications of which shall be in accordance
✔ Both headgears must be color-coded, one red
the other blue, to match thepadded stick of the

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C. LEG GUARD
✔ Provide complementary protection to the other arnis
battle gear.
✔ They were designed not only for protection, but also for
comfort and practically.
✔ The guards can be used to protect both thigh and shin
area.

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B. BODY ARMOR
✔ Is designed to provide thorough upper body protection
while allowing mobility and protection.
✔ The armor is composed of hard plastic and vinyl for
lightness, increased comfort, and impacts absorption.
✔ Lower panels are extended to increase protective
coverage.

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D. GROIN
✔ Has padding for the lower abdomen and a special
groin area.
✔ The Male Groin Guard is kept in place by dual-Velcro
strap, which ensures comforts and ease in wearing.

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E. HAND GLOVES
✔ Serve as a protection from strikes as the stick is held at
hand.
✔ Its design and structure further ensure that a stable grip
is maintained.
✔ Open palm design for easy grip and finger flexibility.
✔ Thick rubberized protection and hard plastic for impacts
absorption.

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F. ARNIS CLOTHING
✔ The basic Arnis Uniform is made from twill fabric, which
maintains durability and comfort.
✔ It is specially designed after the classic Arnis uniform
with Velcro straps to close the flaps easily.

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2. WEAPONS

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A. BASTON
This is the most basic
and common weapon in Arnis.
used for wooden bastons are
usually rattan, kamagong, and bahi
materials such as fiberglass and
plastics and in metals like

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Types of Baston
Rattan
This is usually constructed
from a stem of Southeast
hard and durable yet
lightweight that makes the
weapon useful for defense
Kamagong (also
known as Mabolo)
This is a dark, dense,
expensive type of wood known for
Kamagong is also an endangered
species of ebony wood.
Bahi
A type of wood made from the
heart of a palm tree. It is similar
porous material in weight and
density.

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B. EDGE WEAPON
Knife, dagger, spear, etc.
are edged weapons used throughout
the history for combat, hunting

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FACILITIES

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COMPETITION
AREA
Shall refer to the area by which
the conduct of the competition
the free zone around it.

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BASIC SKILLS
A. Twelve (12) Basic Striking
Techniques in Arnis (Patamaan)

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Strike No. 1-
Left Temple Strike
1. Hold your body in a fighting position.
2. From the position, hold the stick with your
right hand pointing at 1 o’clock position hitting
3. Your left hand should be facing your chest
while doing the strike.

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Strike No. 2-
Right Temple Strike
1. Hold your body in a fighting position.
2. From the position, hold the stick with your
right hand pointing at eleven o’clock position
opponent.
3. Your left hand should be facing your chest
while doing the strike.

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Strike No. 3-
Left Side of the Shoulder Strike
1. Extend your right arm weapon hand.
2. Hold your stick at the left side of your body.
3. Strike any part of your body between shoulder
and hips.
*Slash against the outer part of the trunk.

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Strike No. 4-
Strike
1. Extend your right arm weapon hand.
2. Hold your stick at right side of the body
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and hips.
*Slash against the outer part of the trunk.

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Strike No. 5-
Abdomen Thrust
Using your stick, thrust or push the abdomen of
the person using either right or left hand then

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Strike No. 6-
Left Chest Thrust
In a fighting stance position, put your right
hand with a weapon and your palm facing
*Your right elbow should be kept downward.

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Strike No. 7-
Right Chest Thrust
1. Position in a fighting stance.
2. Hold the weapon using your right hand; your
left palm should be facing outward.
*Your right elbow should be kept upward.

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Strike No. 8-
1. Bend your body with the right foot forward
and left foot backward.
2. Extend your right hand with a stick to hit the
part of the opponent’s left leg between knee and
*Your left palm should be facing upward

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Strike No. 9-
Right Lower Leg Strike
1. Bend your body with the right foot forward
and left foot backward.
2. Extend your right hand with a stick to hit the
part of the opponent’s right leg between knee
*Your right palm should be facing downward

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Strike No. 10-
Left Eye Poke
In a fighting position stance, position your
right-hand forward stabbing towards the
*Your right palm must be facing outward with
elbow down.

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Strike No. 11-
Right Eye Poke
In a fighting position stance, position your
right-hand forward stabbing towards the
*Your right palm must be facing outward with
elbow up.

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Strike No. 12-
Crown Strike
1. Stand in a fighting position.
2. Your stick should be held pointing at the
opponent’s head with slashing action.

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Click here for video of the 12 basic
strikes in Arnis

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BASIC SKILLS
B. Six(6) Blocking Techniques in
Arnis

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Block no. 1
Upper left block
From your right shoulder, block a strike moving
your arm to the left side of your body. Maintain
left palm at the middle of the cane to support
your blocking. This is best in blocking the
shoulder strike, and Right chest strike.

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Block no. 2
Upper right block
From your left shoulder, block a strike moving
your arm to the right side of your body.
your right palm at the middle of the cane to
support your blocking. This is best in blocking
shoulder strike, and Left chest strike.

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Block no. 3
Lower left block
From your right shoulder, block a strike moving
your arm (as if slashing) to the lower left side
leg strike. This is best in blocking the Right Leg
strike.

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Block no. 4
Lower Right block
From your left shoulder, block a strike moving
your arm (as if slashing) to the lower right side
leg strike. This is best in blocking the Left Leg
strike.

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Block no. 5
Stomach thrust block
Position your hand behind. Move your hand to
your right side while twisting your body to the
the cane to support your blocking, cane pointing
downward at all times. This is best in blocking

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Block no. 6
Rising block
From your left leg, move the cane above your
head slightly diagonal forward. The cane should
over your head. Position your right palm
starting from your left leg until the cane is
This is best in blocking the Crown strike.

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Click here for video of the 6 Basic Block
in Arnis

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Know the Parts of the Human Body
Directions: Identify the following parts
of the human body. Write them in your
ACTIVITY
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EVALUATION!
Directions: In your activity notebook, write
the letters of the best answers to the

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The following pieces of equipment are
used in playing Arnis, EXCEPT
A. Net
B. Baton
D. Body Armor
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Who was considered as the first Master
of Arnis in the Philippines?
A. Magellan
B. Lapu-Lapu
D. Emilio Aguinaldo
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What should be the striking technique if
the performer needs to position his/her
A. No. 10-Left Eye Poke
B. No. 11-Right Eye Poke
D. No. 2-Right Temple Strike
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In this bow, you are standing straight with
feet together, with hands holding the
forward, and putting your stick in front of
your chest holding and pointing upward.
A. Courtesy Bow
B. Fighting Stance
D. Backward Stance
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What is the other name given to Arnis?
A. Bagto
B. Baton
D. Hampasan
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What law was signed by President Gloria
Macapagal Arroyo declaring Arnis as the
A. Republic Act 9849
B. Republic Act 9850
D. Republic Act 9852
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In this stance, you will make at least 4
steps between the feet, and both knees
must be held at 90 degrees angle.
A. Fighting Stance
B. Forward Stance
D. Backward Stance
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Jayson is playing Arnis in a tournament. He
suddenly hits his opponent on the
apply?
A. No. 10: Left Eye Poke
B. No. 12: Crown Strike
D. No. 2: Right Temple Strike
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How many players can play Arnis in a
game?
A. 5
B. 4
D. 2
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In striking this part of the body of your
opponent, you must be in a fighting position
a one o-clock with slashing position.
A. No. 10-Left Eye Poke
B. No. 11-Right Eye Poke
D. No. 2-Right Temple Strike
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1. A
2. B
4. B
5. C
7. C
8. B
10. D
ANSWER
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