an Flashcards
What is the Natural Stance in Arnis?
A ready position with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and stick held in front for quick movement in any direction.
Describe the Forward Stance in Arnis.
One foot is forward with knees bent, distributing weight evenly, allowing for an offensive approach while maintaining balance.
What characterizes the Straddle Stance?
Legs are spread wide apart with a low center of gravity, ideal for stable blocking and delivering strong strikes.
What is the Cat Stance used for?
Majority of weight is on the back foot, front foot remains light for quick movement and agility, often for evasion and counterattacks.
How many basic angles of attack are there in Arnis?
12 angles of attack.
What is a Forehand Strike to the Left Temple?
A downward diagonal strike aimed at the opponent’s left side of the head.
Define Backhand Strike to the Right Temple.
A diagonal strike aimed at the opponent’s right side of the head.
What is the target of a Forehand Strike to the Left Knee?
A low diagonal strike targeting the left knee or leg.
What does a Thrust to the Stomach involve?
A straight, forward thrust aimed at the torso.
Describe the Forehand Strike to the Chest.
A diagonal downward strike to the chest area.
What is the purpose of a High Block?
To deflect downward strikes by raising the stick vertically above the head.
What does a Low Block protect?
Protects the legs and feet from incoming strikes by lowering the stick.
What is a Side Block used for?
To block strikes aimed at the torso or arms by extending the stick horizontally.
Explain the Cross Block technique.
Uses both sticks in an X-shaped formation to block stronger strikes.
Fill in the blank: A Backhand Strike to the Right Knee targets the _______.
right knee or leg.
