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3.0 out of 5 stars Basic concepts to spur further study., February 7, 2000

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Daniel Farris "D" (DFW, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Modern Arnis: The Filipino Art of Stick Fighting (Paperback)

I disagree with anyone that says this book is not a good one. I am an arnis instructor with the IPMAF, and Remy's book is exactly what many lucid readers have deduced: an introduction to a great martial art. Also, keep in mind that for years, the art of arnis was considered, even by some of its own practitioners, a "stick-fighting" art. It wasn't until Ernesto Presas and his brother Remy developed this into a more comprehensive art.

In closing, this book is a good, fundamental book upon which one may make a somewhat educated decision on whether or not they would like to further pursue the art.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Introduction, April 25, 2001

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As a long time student of the Filipino martial arts, I have seen many books on the subject, and this is a must have. This book is an introduction to the art of Modern Arnis written by the man who spread the art around the world. "Modern Arnis : Filipino Art of Stick Fighting" is great for beginners or as a reference for those more advanced. Many basic exercises are photographed step by step and are easy to follow. The instructions are very clear and the pictorials are well done. Anyone interested in stick fighting should own this book!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Modern Arnis : Filipino Art of Stick Fighting, November 18, 2001

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Ann E. Ladis "guitar wannabe" (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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When I first started training in Modern Arnis 6 years ago,this book was my bible. It provides the most clear and concise breakdown of techniques of any martial arts book that I have ever read (I own about 75). As a student of a Master of Tapi-Tapi in Modern Arnis, I can not reccommend a better to supplement to training.
Sadly, Professor Presas passed away this fall, but his art and his spirit live on through his books, videos, and Masters.

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4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent basic guide to using the Arnis Sticks by a true master of the art.
I have been fortunate to have attended several Modern Arnis seminars with the late Remy Presas. He was a man of extraordinary skill. Read more

Published on August 22, 2009 by Joseph J. Truncale

5.0 out of 5 stars Compact Flowing Arnis +++
"Modern Arnis", by Remy Presas, presents compact flowing Arnis in a compact flowing book. It has very clear photos and prose -- precisely ordered on macro and micro scales -- from... Read more

Published on September 12, 2008 by Kevin Kiersky

5.0 out of 5 stars Back to the basics and adapted to modern day
Having trained in Filipino Kali many years ago I was looking for a book that could re-introduce me to this martial art. Read more

Published on June 20, 2008 by Ken

5.0 out of 5 stars The first Arnis book you must by
Contains all the basics you need to start learning the art.

Classic book!

Published on April 7, 2008 by David Balicki

4.0 out of 5 stars A good introduction
This is a good introduction to the system. It is unfortunate that master martial artists have not worked with professional writers to produce detailed volumes chronicling their... Read more

Published on September 26, 2007 by Bushido Practitioner

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Staring point
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This book is a great way to supplement your formal instructions.

Published on September 12, 2007 by KnottyFella

5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Received the book in excellent condition and as described. Just needs to send an update via email of when the book was shipped.

Published on March 23, 2006 by B. Maglaya

5.0 out of 5 stars A brief comment
Now over 20 years old, this was one of the first books in English on escrima. At just over 150 pages and with 9 chapters covering the different topics, Guru Presas packs much good... Read more

Published on September 11, 2005 by magellan

5.0 out of 5 stars Modern Arnis for the Beginner, Good text for the Advanced
This is a great book. My Jeet Kune Do instructor and I had the privelage of meeting Remy at a seminar he was conducting in NC. Read more

Published on January 1, 2004 by bullseyex7

4.0 out of 5 stars Not a bad book
I had studied Arnis long ago and after many years could not remember the fundamentals. Remy Presas book is a great introduction to the Art of Arnis and really helped me remember... Read more

Published on September 7, 2003 by AWA

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The need for basic warm-up, muscle-building and limbering exercises prior to any training, in the martial arts or any athletic endeavor, is obvious. Read the first page

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low backhand strike, single sinawali, double sinawali, low forehand strike, reverse sinawali, forehand thrust, high backhand strike, high forehand strike, modern arnis, left punch, opponent attempts, right punch, left stick, right stick

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