Arnis - This kind of self-defense or art of fighting that involves the use of one stick, paired stick, a long and short stick, and a sharp weapon. Arnis - Pambansang laro ng Pilipinas The two brothers responsible for the growths of Arnis in the Philippines are Remy and Ernesto Presas. - The father of modern Arnis is Remy Presas. - He wrote the first book in martial art Arnis. Lapulapu and his men - Known to be the first masters of Arnis Miguel Lopez de Legaspi had recognized the skills of the Filipinos in martial arts and in stick and sword fighting. Arnis de mano – originated from the Spanish word arnes, which means “trappings” or “defensive armor.” Anyo – is an individual choreography creation in a dance-like forms using the different skill acquired in Arnis.