Lesson-6-Arnis

Combative Sports: Lesson 6 - Arnis

Learning Objectives

  • At the end of the lesson, learners will be able to:

    • Identify the concepts and skills required in the sport of Arnis.

    • Discuss the principles related to Arnis.

    • Execute appropriate skills and fitness concepts needed to respond to tactical problems in Arnis.

Overview of Combative Sports

  • Combative sports involve participants voluntarily competing in full contact with the aim to disable an opponent, make them submit, or score points.

  • These activities are competitive, physical, and can be one-on-one or team-based, simulating hand-to-hand combat.

  • Types of actions involved:

    • Striking

    • Grappling

    • Use of weapons

Arnis

  • Also known as Eskrima or Kali.

  • A self-defense martial art practiced in the Philippines.

  • Recognized as the National Sport of the Philippines.

  • Utilizes weapons including sticks (baston) and knives.

  • Founded by Remy Presas.

  • Primary objective: Earn points by legally attacking opponents using the baston.

Game Principles

  • Participants must be equipped with full gear and adhere to gameplay rules.

Equipment

Impact Weapons

  • Baston:

    • Basic impact weapon in Arnis.

    • Common materials include rattan, kamagong, labsika, yantok, and bahi wood.

    • Standard size: 28 inches long, 1 inch in diameter.

Edged Weapons

  • Types include knives, daggers, and spears.

Full Gear Required

  • Arm/Leg guards

  • Head gear

  • Groin guard

  • Hand gloves

  • Body armor

  • Baston sticks

Playing Field

  • Dimensions and zones:

    • 8 by 8 meters playing area.

    • 10 by 10 meters competition area.

    • One-meter warning area and free zone around the perimeter.

Gameplay Rules

  • Two fighters must be fully equipped.

  • Only strikes above the thigh are permitted.

  • Rounds consist of 1 minute of combat with a 30-second rest period.

  • A 4-second rule is applied during matches.

Forms of Play

  • Solo Baston:

    • Involves a single stick.

  • Espada y Daga:

    • Combines a long wooden sword and a short wooden dagger.

  • Sinawali:

    • Depicts the 'doble baston,' utilizing two sticks mimicking the design of traditional bamboo house walling.

Grip, Posture, Stance

Grip

  • Proper grip ensures control over the weapon.

  • Keep the fist away from the bottom of the stick and close your grip with the thumb.

Posture

  • Aids in effective striking. Types include:

    • Front Facing: Directly facing the opponent.

    • Half Front: Body at 45-degree angle to left or right.

    • Side Facing: Fully facing left or right.

Stance

  • Positioning when preparing to strike or defend:

    • Attention Stance (Pugay): For courtesy.

    • Forward Stance: For frontal strikes.

    • Oblique Stance: For blocks and evasion.

    • Straddle Stance: For side blocking.

    • Back Stance: For backward blocking.

Striking Techniques

  • Abanico Corto/Largo: Fanning movements in front of the body.

  • Banda y Banda: Rapid horizontal movements from left to right.

  • Cross Strike: Upward and downward strikes with side counterstrikes.

  • Double Zero: Diagonal downward strikes followed by horizontal strikes.

  • Redonda: Circular synchronized strikes aimed at the head.

  • Rompida: Circular motion strikes preceded by up-and-down motions.

Striking Areas

  • Target areas include:

    • Right/Left eye

    • Right/Left temple

    • Crown/Head

    • Right/Left chest

    • Right/Left arm and leg

Fouls

  • Actions resulting in penalties include:

    • Striking or thrusting to the groin.

    • Blocking with the arm.

    • Striking using both hands.

    • Any pushing action.

    • Hitting multiple times or inappropriately.

    • Delaying the game for more than 10 seconds.

Conclusion

  • Review and practice key skills, techniques, and rules in Arnis for effective participation in the sport.