From: eskrima-digest-owner@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com To: eskrima-digest@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com Subject: Inayan_Eskrima/FMA-Digest V8 #333 Reply-To: eskrima@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com Errors-To: eskrima-digest-owner@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com Precedence: Inayan_Eskrima/FMA-Digest Thur, 26 July 2001 Vol 08 : Num 333 In this issue: eskrima: Moros and Moors eskrima: Stick Work in other countries eskrima: Re: Stick Fighting in the Canary Islands eskrima: Kuntaw eskrima: . ========================================================================== Eskrima-Digest, serving the Internet since June 1994. 1300 members strong! Copyright 1994-2001: Ray Terry and Martial Arts Resource The premier internet discussion forum devoted to Filipino Martial Arts. Provided in memory of Mangisursuro Michael G. Inay (1944-2000), Founder of the Inayan System of Eskrima. Replying to this message will NOT unsubscribe you. To unsubscribe, send "unsubscribe eskrima-digest" (no quotes) in the body (top line, left justified) of a "plain text" e-mail addressed to majordomo@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com. To send e-mail to this list use eskrima@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com See the Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) FAQ and the online search engine for back issues of the Eskrima-Digest at http://www.MartialArtsResource.com Mabuhay ang eskrima! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- From: kalkiusa@netscape.net Date: Wed, 25 Jul 2001 12:42:03 -0400 Subject: eskrima: Moros and Moors > But culturally the Moros were Malays. > Mixed with the blood of negro slaves, > Filipino tribal hillmen, Chinese, and > Dyak pirates the result was a unique > and ferociously independent people. Curious ... how does this mesh with the history related by some Filipinos re: the peoples who traveled through and/or settled the region? According to Guro Inosanto, the first wave of people through the area were large Africans, then smaller Africans from whom the big guys "moved away" (my choice of words :-) further out to become the root of the Samoans. Negros/Negritos who stayed in the area became hillsmen if not assimilated as other peoples entered the scene. As recently as the 1980's I recall an American news reporter commenting on people whom he encountered in the Phillipine mountains: "We don't know why these people look like American Negros..." he said. I had to chuckle, some people ignore the obvious ... mixed race peoples, sorta like the Maroon societies of the Americas. Mitakuye Oyasin. Be well, Mik Memory failing here, who were the Dayaks? __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http://shopnow.netscape.com/ Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/ ------------------------------ From: "Robert Weymouth" Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2001 11:11:15 +0800 Subject: eskrima: Stick Work in other countries In follow up to Jamie's mail: Anyone have any experience in the capoeira based stick art of Maculele (sp)? Rob ------------------------------ From: "Lloyd De Jongh" Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2001 11:41:59 +0200 Subject: eskrima: Re: Stick Fighting in the Canary Islands Hi Jamie The Canary Islands has a system of stick fighting called Palo Canario I'm told. A good person to contact regarding it would be Prof. Bruno Cruicchi from Venezuela He should be able to put you intouch with the right people Regards Lloyd De Jongh > From: "Hutchins, Jamie" > Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2001 05:03:43 -0400 > Subject: eskrima: Other types of stick work > > and also that the Canary Island have their own fighting form using sticks. > > Does anyone have any further information about either of these styles? Are > there books, videos etc available? I will be in the Canaries for about a > month later this year so if anyone knows of somewhere that I might be able > to see others training or even train myself I'd also be very grateful. > > Thanks for any help in advance, > > Jamie ------------------------------ From: Ray Terry Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2001 16:34:14 PDT Subject: eskrima: Kuntaw Forwarded message: THE ANCIENT ART OF FILIPINO HAND AND FOOT FIGHTING AS TAUGHT BY BRIAN "BUZZ" SMITH 5TH DEGREE BLACK BELT MAHARLIKA KUNTAW NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE INTERNATIONAL KUNTAW FEDERATION NORTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE CHAPTER What is Kuntaw? Kuntaw is a martial art that was developed in the Philippines. Fighting skills were "borrowed" from the many cultures that arrived in the Philippines by migration or invasion and were organized into a viable fighting system. This fighting system, known as Maharlika Kuntaw, handles the three ranges of battle: Largo (long); Sumbrada (short); and Hubud (close) ranges as well as the three altitudes of fighting: air, standing and ground. Maharlika: (original name of the Philippines) free/royal; Kun: fist; Taw: way of; Maharlika Kuntaw - Way of the Royal Fist or Filipino Art of The fist These fighting skills come from many different areas of the Orient. However, the three main cultures which Kuntaw was derived from were India, Indonesia and China. India gave the arts of weaponry and sword fighting, Indonesians provided snake-like grappling and striking techniques, and forceful kicks and blows were brought by Chinese people. The three main Filipino Arts which Kuntaw is comprised of are: Buno(Philippine Wrestling), Sikaran (Kicking Art) and Bugtongan (Philippine Stick Fighting System). While these arts are inherently Filipino, they were first influenced by non-filipino fighting styles. Kuntaw primarily was developed as a defensive art, but it can be used as an offensive art given the right circumstances. Weapons are a major part of Kuntaw techniques. These weapons may be a fist, elbow, knee, foot, or a hand held object such as a knife, stick or sword. Movements in Kuntaw were developed from the use or defense of these weapons. Though Kuntaw is basically evasive, it is dramatic evasiveness. The movements used are light and fast to avoid an attack, but they are designed to use this action to counter back to the opponent. Movements do not stop an attack, or oppose the force delivered, instead they re-direct back to the source by seeking control of the force. In effect, using the opponent's own effort against them without wasting much of your own energy. These movements direct delivered force to an area that allows the practitioner to get in and take the opponent's balance. This also gives the Kuntawista the ability to lock, throw, sweep or strike the opponent from a safe vantage point. History Maharlika Kuntaw is the product of over 3000 years of cultural trade and diversity. The island chain now known as the Philippines has served as a unique social melting pot for centuries. From Islamic missionaries and Chinese sailors, to Spanish Conquistadors, the Philippines have endured countless invasions, yet forever persevered by means of assimilation. This tenacious ability to adapt and yet preserve that which is most effective, can be observed in Maharlika Kuntaw's historical roots and continues today. Originally descended from a Chinese thread, but heavily influenced by Indonesian and Malay styles, modern day Maharlika Kuntaw can be traced back to the southern Filipino island of Mindanao. Before the Spanish occupation of the Philippines, Maharlika Kuntaw was practiced openly by the elite ruling class inhabitants of Mindanao Island. Following the weapons ban and turmoil of later spanish influence, a man named Yuyong Henyo Lanyada moved to the central island of Luzon. Yuyong brought with him the bladed weapons techniques and fighting concepts of Maharlika Kuntaw. Yuyong was later forced to change his last name to Lanada following the 1849 Decree of Cognomen, which forced Filipinos, in Spainish dominated provinces to adopted Spanish surnames. The same decree also carried the order that allowed people practicing native fighting arts to be punished by law. Eventually this ban extended to include all forms of martial practice. Consequently the masters of Filipino arts, such as Yuyong Lanada, were forced to study their respective arts in a manner hidden from public view. The sword was replaced with the stick, and fighting techniques were hidden within dances. In this way, fighting arts could be openly practiced, yet still remain hidden from view! All the while lethal combative methods were practiced directly under the noses of the Spanish ruling class. From generation to generation, Maharlika Kuntaw has passed from Mindanao's tribal elders through Yoyong Henyo Lanada to his great grandson, Carlito A. Lananda. Through the ages, traditions, and former ceremonies associated with religious value have disappeared due to Kuntaw's former underground nature, but the basic concepts regarding self defense and scientific body movement continued to be refined to today. Philosophy of Kuntaw For a person to be complete and at rest with themselves, they must find a balance; Health & sickness; joy & sorrow; love & dislike. If the body is in fine health, then the mind may function skillfully and quickly. The body is the form and the mind, which is the spirit, is the actual moving force. "Never too little, never too much, only that which is necessary" Do not criticize, be patient, kind and understanding to your fellow Kuntawistas as well as others. Honor Unlike Japanese, Korean, or Chinese Martial Artists, Filipinos do not bow their heads to their instructors. This is not a sign of disrespect, it is a sign of difference in cultures. In Japan, Korea and China the average person was considered to be inferior to governors, soldiers, educators and emperors. It was not uncommon for a soldier to cut off a commoners head if it was felt that the commoner did not bow down low enough. In the Philippines, no such culture existed, bowing was not the recognized sign of respect, as everyone felt that they were/are equal to one another. The general salute/honor or greeting is the right hand is held over the heart then is placed over the left closed hand, about stomach level in front of you. At the same time, your hands meet, you are stepping your left foot out to the side. Then, you bring your left foot back to your right foot, place your hands to your sides. In meeting a teacher or respected friend the handshake was used with the left hand on the back of the other person's hand. The Honor means "Friend (open hand) or Foe (fist) - you be the judge". It also means "I come to you with an open mind to grasp the knowledge you have to offer me". ------------------------------ From: Ray Terry Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2001 16:35:19 PDT Subject: eskrima: . ------------------------------ End of Inayan_Eskrima/FMA-Digest V8 #333 **************************************** To unsubscribe from the eskrima-digest send the command: unsubscribe eskrima-digest -or- unsubscribe eskrima-digest your.old@address in the BODY (top line, left justified) of a "plain text" e-mail addressed to majordomo@hpwsrt.cup.hp.com. Old digest issues are available via ftp://ftp.martialartsresource.com. Copyright 1994-2001: Ray Terry and the Martial Arts Resource Standard disclaimers apply.