Name: Elona Jean U. Muncada
Section: 2 - A English
PATHFIT REVIEWER
I. History of Arnis
A. Arnis originated in the Philippines.
B. It uses a cane or baton as the main weapon.
C. It includes hand-to-hand combat, grappling, and weapon disarming.
D. Also known as Eskrima, Kali, and Garrote.
E. Filipino warriors used Arnis in combat and self-defense.
F. In 1521, Filipino fighters defeated the forces of Ferdinand Magellan using bladed weapons
and Arnis skills.
G. Arnis was preserved through dances and mock battles during Spanish rule.
H. In 2009, Arnis was declared the national sport of the Philippines.
I. The modern system was popularized by Remy Presas.
J. The governing body is the Philippine Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation.
II. Equipment Used in Arnis
A. Wooden Stick (Rattan stick)
Length: 60–90 cm
Diameter: 1.3–3.8 cm
No sharp edges
B. Foam or Padded Stick
C. Protective Equipment
Head protector
Body protector
Groin protector
Forearm and chin guards
Hand gloves
III. Facilities
A. Playing Area (Full Contact)
8m × 8m square
2m free zone around
5m clear height space
B. Playing Area for Anyo
Individual Anyo: 8m × 8m
Synchronized Anyo: 10m × 10m
IV. Benefits of Arnis
A. Effective self-defense
B. Improves physical fitness
C. Develops alertness and precision
Section: 2 - A English
PATHFIT REVIEWER
I. History of Arnis
A. Arnis originated in the Philippines.
B. It uses a cane or baton as the main weapon.
C. It includes hand-to-hand combat, grappling, and weapon disarming.
D. Also known as Eskrima, Kali, and Garrote.
E. Filipino warriors used Arnis in combat and self-defense.
F. In 1521, Filipino fighters defeated the forces of Ferdinand Magellan using bladed weapons
and Arnis skills.
G. Arnis was preserved through dances and mock battles during Spanish rule.
H. In 2009, Arnis was declared the national sport of the Philippines.
I. The modern system was popularized by Remy Presas.
J. The governing body is the Philippine Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation.
II. Equipment Used in Arnis
A. Wooden Stick (Rattan stick)
Length: 60–90 cm
Diameter: 1.3–3.8 cm
No sharp edges
B. Foam or Padded Stick
C. Protective Equipment
Head protector
Body protector
Groin protector
Forearm and chin guards
Hand gloves
III. Facilities
A. Playing Area (Full Contact)
8m × 8m square
2m free zone around
5m clear height space
B. Playing Area for Anyo
Individual Anyo: 8m × 8m
Synchronized Anyo: 10m × 10m
IV. Benefits of Arnis
A. Effective self-defense
B. Improves physical fitness
C. Develops alertness and precision
