CHAPTER 1: VALUES AND

DEVELOPMENT OF THE SPORT

Brief History and Background

Dates back before the colonization of

the Spaniards, during those periods, it
was called Kali, and the techniques of
the art are focused on bladed weapons
fighting.
Kali was widely practiced throughout
the archipelago; both noblemen and
commoners were enthusiasts and
practitioners of the said art.
During those days, Kali has been taught
in a school like training grounds, called
Bothoan, along with military tactics.



On April 27, 1521, the Portuguese
navigator and warrior named
Ferdinand Magellan were defeated by
a native warrior chief named Lapu-
Lapu. That was the recorded incident
in which Kali was used against foreign
invaders.
In 1873 the fighting system was
renamed "Arnis" derived from Arnes's
word, which means colorful trapping
on the Moro-Moro plays' defensive
armors.
Some of the Philippine revolution
heroes were also practitioners of Arnis,
namely; Andres Bonifacio, the spouses
Diego and Gabriela Silang, and the young Gen. Gregorio Del Pilar. The National Hero Jose Rizal
has also reported to practice the fighting system and the founder of Aglipayan Church, Rev.
Gregorio Aglipay.
Major Favian Ver, also a noted enthusiast and practitioners of Arnis, formed the National Arnis
Association of the Philippines (NARAPHIL) intending to unite all Arnis group in the Philippines.
In July of 1986 Arnis Philippines (ARPHI) was established with the same objective as
NARAPHIL.

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W hat is Arnis?



ARNIS is the system of Filipino martial arts founded by the late Remy Presas as a self-defense
system. His goal was to create an injury-free training method and an effective self-defense
system to preserve the older Arnis systems.
Arnis is a Filipino martial art that can be performed individually or with a partner using a single
stick or a pair of posts for striking and blocking; it can also be used for self-defense.
On December 11, 2009, former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo declared Arnis as a
Philippine National sport and should be included in Physical Education course and included
among the priority sports in Palarong Pambansa through Republic Act. No. 9850.

Name: Remgio Amador Presas

Born: December 19, 1936 at Hinigaran , Negros Occidental
Died: August 28 , 2001 (brain cancer) Victoria, Canada
Occupation: Teacher and Martial artist
Known for: Founding Modern Arnis with his brother Ernesto
Presas
Remy Amador Presas was the founder of Modern Arnis, a
popular Filipino martial art. Born in the Philippines, he moved to
the United States in 1974, where he taught his art via seminars
and camps. In 1982 he was inducted into the Black Belt Hall of
Fame as Instructor of the Year. He published several books and
The Grand Master videos on Modern Arnis and is recognised as the "Father of Modern
(1936-2001) Arnis.

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ULES



Training Etiquette
MUST TO KNOW!!!
01. Students must bow when entering or leaving the workout area
02. Students must wear either the Kempo or M.M.A. uniform. Singlets
are not permitted
03. All uniforms must be clean and in good condition
04. Students must keep their bodies clean and nails trimmed
05. Students must not wear jewellery or sharp objects when working
out
06. Students must not chew gum or lollies, or eat while in the training
area
07. Students must not engage in idle talk while in the training area
and should remain attentive at all times
08. Students must always be courteous and helpful to each other.

Arnisador’s Creed

Arnis and Kempo is the tie that binds us

Respect for Masters is our first discipline
Never criticize the style, master or art of another
Integrity is the basis of our character
Show humility in victory and grace in defeat
Anger is a weakness to be mastered
Develop your inner self as well as your outward skills
Open your mind to learn from anyone at anytime
Remember - Arnis and Kempo has its origin as a fighting art

A creed (also known as a confession, symbol, or statement of faith) is a statement of the shared
beliefs of (an often  religious) community in the form of a fixed formula summarizing core
tenets.
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Activity 2
Copy and answer the following questions below in
a separate paper. Submit it together with the
rubric provided.
Rubric
CONTENT 1. In your own perspective, what is the
Provides a clear and strong content. All evidence significance of Arnis in our daily lives? Why?
and examples are specific and relevant

15 Points 2. What are the values that you can get in Arnis
and how will you apply it in real life situation?
GRAMMAR
No errors in grammar that distract the reader 3. Why Arnis became our National sport?
from the content. Sentence are well constructed

10 Points
4. Why should we abide proper rules in sports?
FORMAT
Ideas are well organized. Introduction has 5. Among the lines of Arnisador's creed, which is
attention grabber that is appropriate for the the one that you best can follow, and the less
reader
you can?
10 Points

Activity 3 RECITE THE ARNISADOR’S CREED

Rubric Instructions:

PACE 1. Memorize the Arnisador’s creed.

Speaks very articulately at rate that engages
audience. 2. Recite with mastery and confidence in front of
20 Points the recording camera.
TONE 3. Wear appropriate PE attire.
Voice is upbeat, impassioned and under control.
20 Points 4. Submit it together with the rubrics attached
through email provided/google classroom/
VOLUME USTEP before the deadline.
Emitted a clear, audible voice for the audience
present.
5. Failure to submit on the deadline will have a
10 Points deduction of 10 points of the total score.

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