Eskrima (Philippines), Kali, and Arnis are collective names for the Filipino martial arts. These arts originated centuries ago and have continuously evolved for their role in (tribal) warfare.
With Eskrima, the eskrimador learns to fight and defend both armed and unarmed. An important weapon for the eskrimador is the baton. This is a rattan stick about 60 centimeters long. Eskrima involves a lot of drilling, and it is important to perform the exercises very smoothly. Among others, Bruce Lee found much inspiration in this Eastern martial art.
