FITT Flashcards

1
Q

what word/s do fencing come from?

A

defense
fence yourself
guard yourself

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it is an action of attack and defense using a sword

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fencing

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3
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fencing in spanish

A

esgrima

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4
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fencing in italian

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scherma

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5
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fencing in french

A

escrime

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fencing in filipino

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escrima or arnes de mano

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esgrima?

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spanish

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scherma

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italian

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9
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escrime

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french

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10
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escrima or arnes de mano

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filipino

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11
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categories of fencing

A

Modern Olympic Sport Fencing
Theatrical Fencing
Historical Fencing
Classical Fencing

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12
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a type of sporting events using light weight, electronic-connected sword-like, which aims to win a match by successfully touching or riposting against the opponent

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modern olympic sport fencing

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13
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3 events in modern olympic sport fencing

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foil fencing, saber fencing, and epee fencing

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14
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it is not a direct swordsmanship or martial art, but rather a gaming event carrying some technical, tactical aspects of true swordsmanship

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modern olympic sport fencing

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it is a stage-combat or performance fighting

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Theatrical Fencing

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16
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a tool of acting intended to create an effective illusion or performance for entertainment through rehearsed choreography or arranged movements relying on a foundation of martial techniques and principles

A

Theatrical Fencing

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17
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it is a respected performance art, not a martial art

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Theatrical Fencing

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18
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it is the practice and study of Medieval and Renaissance fighting methods as true martial arts

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Historical Fencing

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it is concerned with the realistic reconstruction and replication of historical Western close-combat skills under antagonistic conditions (without any choreographed or staged elements)

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Historical Fencing

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20
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it includes the study of pre-Medieval or “Ancient” swordplay (i.e., Greek, Roman, Celtic)

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Historical Fencing

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21
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it invariably involves the study of diverse armors and weapons other than the sword as well as often considerable unarmed fighting techniques

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Historical Fencing

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22
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current definitions for just what constitute “classical fencing” vary considerably as the “classical fencing community” is diverse.

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Classical Fencing

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23
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it is seen as training for personal “duel” with the 19th century epee du combat

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Classical Fencing

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24
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it is simply fencing using pre-modern traditional grip foils and epees (and sabre to a lesser extent) following the methods prior to the advent of electric equipment and international competitive rules

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Classical Fencing

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25
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it is a ritualistic form of 19th century duel which may or may not include seizures, disarms, grapples, or strikes

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gentleman’s encounter

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26
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what’s the meaning of HEMA?

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Historical European Martial Arts

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27
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Longsword, Arming Sword, Buckler Shield, Rodela Shield, Messer, Sidesword, Spears, Poleaxe, Battle Axe, Wrestling, Pugilisms (Medieval martial arts)

A

12th to 15th century

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Rapier & Dagger, Clock & Rapier (Renaissance martial arts)

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15th to 16th century

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Military saber, smallsword, spadroon, broadsword, boarding axe, bayonet (Classical martial arts)

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17th century till 1930

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30
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it is a classical fencing art using wooden stick with hand guard

A

Singlestick fencing

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31
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its concept is to land an attack to opponent without being hit

A

Singlestick fencing

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32
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Characteristics of Singlestick Fencing

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Classical weapon-based martial art using meter long stick with any handguard
Preparation and training
Living tradition
Recreational activity
Combat sport

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Values and Benefits

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Respect
Discipline
Correct bodily posture
Precision and quick decision-making
Leg and arm endurance/flexibility
Confidence

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34
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Used to introduced young men into swordsmanship

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As means of Practicing Swordsmanship

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35
Q

Readily available, cheaper, safe as compare to sharp-edge swordplay

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As means of Practicing Swordsmanship

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36
Q

Part of the family and clan, tradition of initiation to manhood

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As tradition and means of protection

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37
Q

Can be translated with the use of walking stick in self-defense situation

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As tradition and means of protection

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38
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Part of festivities

A

Stage Gladiator and Prize Fighting

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39
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Stick fighters/stage gladiator from the other town

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Stage Gladiator and Prize Fighting

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40
Q

they have their own set of rules for stage gladiator fight

A

each town in England, Scotland, and Wales

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41
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Part of the Boy Scout proficiency training on self-defense and self-improvement

A

Boys Scout Master of Arms

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42
Q

Integrated to educational institution

A

School Program and the 1st Olympic

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43
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Part of the 1st Olympic Games (1904)

A

School Program and the 1st Olympic

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44
Q

When do fencing was introduced in the Philippines?

A

2013, Prof. Joel Anajao

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45
Q

Gears and Equipment

A

 Body Vest
 Head Gear
 Arm and Shin Guard
 Gloves

46
Q

Player use what in which they can be confidently used in sparring without worry of being hit the weapon hand

A

rattan stick with synthetic handguard

47
Q

length of hand guard

A

36 – 40 inches long, more or less 1 inch round

48
Q

it can be improvised from leather, plastic or any synthetic materials available

A

handguard

49
Q

Gripping the Fencing Stick

A

 Hammer Grip
 Saber Grip
 French Grip

50
Q

it is the way of giving courtesy to fellow fencers

A

salute

51
Q

it is done by standing erect facing the person you want to salute, raising the weapon in front, vertical, tip pointing upward, and the gripping hand towards your face while the guard towards the other person

A

salute

52
Q

different footworks

A

spanish
french
italian

53
Q

it is assumed by a fencer to demonstrate his preparedness to engage in a fencing bout

A

on guard position

54
Q

fundamental skills

A

positions and footwork
guards
Touch and Cut
Thrust
Cut and Parry
Flourishing

55
Q

training development

A

 Free Sparring
 Lead-up Games
 Plain Playing
 Flourishing
 Fundamentals

56
Q

Offensive Tactics

A

 Direct Attack
 Feigning
 Counter-time
 Multiple Attacks
 Beating
 Bearing

57
Q

Response Tactics

A

 Parry Riposte
 Time Hit
 Slip
 Enclosement & Command

58
Q

rules of playing singlestick fencing

A
  • To hit and not to be hit
  • Duel sparring
  • Valid Targets
  • Protective Gears
  • Scoring
59
Q

valid targets

A

head
torso
limbs

60
Q

protective gears

A

fencing mask, plastron, gauntlets/gloves, arm and elbow pad, shin & knee pad

61
Q

how many points for head shot?

A

3 points

62
Q

how many points for body shot?

A

2 points

63
Q

how many points for leg or arm shot?

A

1 point

64
Q

other rules?

A

 No double hits
 No afterblow

65
Q

safety

A

 Complete protective gears required
 Competence first then sparring
 Treat all fencing stick as weapon
 Proper warm up, stretches, and conditioning
 Good understanding on the sparring rules

66
Q

a classical fencing art using wooden stick with hand guard

A

singlestick fencing

67
Q

its concept is to land an attack to opponent without being hit

A

fencing

68
Q

Singlestick fencing is also known as _____ in United Kingdom

A

cudgel

69
Q

Singlestick fencing is also known as _____ in France

A

la canne

70
Q

Singlestick fencing is also known as _____ in Spain

A

esgrima de palo

71
Q

it is also believed that this fencing gave inspiration to the development of the Filipino stick fighting system of ?

A

arnis de mano

72
Q

Singlestick fencing is part of what style of fencing?

A

classical fencing

73
Q

when do classical fencing existed?

A

18th and early 20th century

74
Q

it is a frank encounter between two opponents where the object is to touch the other fencer without being touched

A

classical fencing

75
Q

in this fencing, even though the weapons are blunt, the fencers treat them as though they were in fact sharp

A

classical fencing

76
Q

Singlestick fencing can be described as all of the following:

A

form of combat
form of hand-to-hand combat
martial art
sport
contact sport
combat sport
competitive sport
amateur sport
individual sport
recreational sport
spectator sport

77
Q

The history of singlestick fencing goes back to what period?

A

Victorian period (18th and 19th century)

78
Q

The history of singlestick fencing goes back to the Victorian period (18th and 19th century) in Europe in which the ________ was in its peak

A

Enlightenment or Renaissance

79
Q

these were already in its antiquity

A

medieval weapons and social system

80
Q

these were already an integral part of the army

A

firearms

81
Q

it was the popular sword among soldiers

A

saber

82
Q

it is long curved single edge sword with hand guard

A

saber

83
Q

it was the name of stick fencing among English naval men

A

cudgel

84
Q

it emerged as regular part of swordsmanship for military and civilian

A

singlestick fencing

85
Q

it was a popular prized fight and as one of the choices for duelling

A

singlestick fencing

86
Q

purposeful violent conflict meant to weaken, establish dominance over, or maim the opposition, or to drive the opposition away from a location where it is not wanted or needed

A

form of combat

87
Q

lethal or non-lethal physical confrontation between two or more persons at very short range (grappling distance) that does not involve the use of firearms or other distance weapons

A

form of hand-to-hand combat

88
Q

codified system and tradition of combat practices, which are practiced for a variety of reasons: self-defense, competition, physical health and fitness, entertainment, as well as mental, physical, and spiritual development

A

martial art

89
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form of competitive physical activity which, through casual or organized participation, aim to use, maintain or improve physical fitness and provide entertainment to participants or spectators

A

sport

90
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involve a degree of player-to-player or player-to-object contact

A

contact sport

91
Q

competitive contact sport where two combatants fight against each other using specialized rules of engagement, typically with the aim of simulating real hand-to-hand combat in some way

A

combat sport

92
Q

sport in which one or more participants or teams compete against one another. The one that is the most successful in achieving the objective of the game or sport event is the winner

A

competitive sport

93
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competitive sport in which participants engage largely or entirely without remuneration

A

amateur sport

94
Q

sport in which participants compete as individuals

A

individual sport

95
Q

sport engaged in as a leisure time activity

A

recreational sport

96
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sport that is characterized by the presence of spectators, or watchers, at its matches

A

spectator sport

97
Q

these are a form of entertainment

A

spectator sport

98
Q

when do they brought about the decline of singlestick fencing

A

first decades of the 20th century

99
Q

two major factors why the singlestick fencing declines?

A

many young athletes lost their lives in the World War I (1914-1919) and the advances in technology that allowed mass manufacture of relatively inexpensive, flexible and lightweight steel fencing blades

100
Q

The singlestick fencing was preserved by some fencing clubs in _________ as part of their fencing program

A

Europe and United States

101
Q

The rise of ________ brought back singlestick fencing to the arena of western martial arts and sports

A

Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA)

102
Q

it can be an alternate to modern sport fencing which is expensive and can instill the discipline of swordsmanship among young men

A

singlestick fencing

103
Q

where do Maestro Joel Anajao y Daddon learned singlestick fencing?

A

geneve, switzerland

104
Q

it is the utmost importance of learning fencing

A

respect

105
Q

learning swordsmanship is a privilege, taking into consideration the danger of leaning fencing is an accountability of every fencer

A

accountability

106
Q

developing good techniques and tactics needed for fencing bout needs dedication of time, resources, and effort. A fencer must always seek perfection of his skill through this

A

perseverance

107
Q

learning how to fence is to learn how to protect one’s honor

A

honor

108
Q

maintaining good posture in training and during a bout develops poise and elegance

A

poise

109
Q

it shows our respect and honor

A

good posture

110
Q

a fencer must always precise to his attack

A

precision

111
Q

the training of fencing is repetitive to develop muscle endurance, striding to launch attack needs flexibility

A

leg muscle endurance and flexibility

112
Q

fencing develops healthy body, continuous practices and regular booting helps fencer to improve his lung and heart capacity to supply oxygen and nutrients demands of muscles involve in every fencer’s movement

A

cardio-respiratory endurance