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Arnis: History, Techniques, and Rules by agustinarmil16 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Arnis, also known as Eskrima or Kali, is a Filipino martial art that uses weapons like sticks and farm tools. It originated from the indigenous Aeta people who used it for hunting and self-defense. During the Spanish colonial period, Arnis was suppressed but continued to be practiced secretly. It gained recognition in the 20th century under American occupation and was later promoted as the national martial art of the Philippines in the 1970s. Arnis emphasizes weapon-based fighting and uses stances like forw
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