How to Twirl an Arnis/Escrima/Kali Stick

Arnis Malaysia
7 Jul 201703:50

Summary

TLDRIn this instructional video, Clarence from Arnes Malaysia teaches the art of twirling a stick. He emphasizes the correct grip, positioning, and body alignment for safety. The tutorial covers basic twirling techniques, including forward and reverse rotations, and variations in height and positions. Clarence advises on wrist flexibility and practicing with both hands. He clarifies that twirling is primarily for wrist strengthening and flexibility, not combat, and encourages viewers to engage with their community for more training details.

Takeaways

  • 🤲 The grip is crucial for twirling: use a full grip, two or three fingers away from the end of the stick.
  • 🔄 Start chambering the stick and twirl downwards, then upwards in a fluid motion.
  • 🔄 Foster twirling involves forward rotation, going down, and then back up.
  • 🔄 Reverse twirling is performed by going back up after a forward motion.
  • 🚫 Always perform twirling on the outer part of your body to avoid hitting yourself.
  • 📏 There are variations in height and positions; the limit is usually at waist level.
  • 🔄 You can spin the stick at different heights or bring it up front before twirling down.
  • 👐 Practice twirling with both hands to ensure equal wrist strength and flexibility.
  • 🔁 Once comfortable with up and down twirling, switch hands and repeat the motion.
  • 🏋️‍♂️ Twirling is primarily a wrist strengthening and flexibility exercise, not typically used in combat.

Q & A

  • What is the primary focus of the video?

    -The primary focus of the video is to teach viewers how to twirl a tool, specifically focusing on the grip and technique.

  • What is the correct grip for twirling as described in the video?

    -The correct grip is a full grip, about two or three fingers away from the puno (end of the tool), without releasing the fingers during the twirling motion.

  • How does the downward twirling motion start?

    -The downward twirling motion starts by chambering around the waist area and then moving downwards.

  • What is the upward twirling motion like?

    -The upward twirling motion goes from the side, starting from a downward position and moving upwards.

  • What is the forward rotation technique described in the video?

    -The forward rotation technique involves going forward, doing one circle, going down, and then going back up.

  • Why is the twirling usually performed on the outer part of the body?

    -Twirling is performed on the outer part of the body to avoid hitting oneself with the chin if done on the inner side.

  • What is the limit for the height of the twirling motion?

    -The limit for the height of the twirling motion is usually at the waist, not anywhere further than that.

  • What are some variations in twirling positions mentioned in the video?

    -Variations include stopping at different heights, spinning the tool in front, and twirling down to the waist and then back up.

  • What tips are given for improving wrist flexibility during twirling?

    -If the wrist is not flexible, one should move the elbow inward to give room for the tool to spin.

  • Why is it important to practice twirling with both hands?

    -It is important to practice twirling with both hands to ensure equal strength and flexibility in both the right and left hands.

  • How does the group define twirling in terms of its use?

    -For the group in the video, twirling is mainly used as a wrist strengthening and flexibility exercise, not typically for combat situations.

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الوسوم ذات الصلة
Twirling basicsGrip techniqueWrist flexibilityStrength trainingMartial artsClarence ArnesMalaysia trainingTwirl variationsBeginner tutorialBody coordination
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