PHILIPPINE MARTIAL ARTS - PANANANDATA
Presented by: Spencer Gee
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Pananandata is a martial art that originated from the Tagalog regions of Central Luzon in the Philippines. The concepts and methods of Pananandata include the art of fighting with weapons. Using pre-set as well as free form combat routines, practitioners of Pananandata train with one another or alone.
Pananandata fighting techniques were practiced for centuries among highly skilled warriors to prepare for battle since 200 B.C. Now, Pananandata is practiced as a discipline for health as well as self defense. Pananandata is a contraction that comes from the Tagalog words ‘Paggamit Ng Sandata’ which means ‘choice of weapons’. Pananandata therefore, means the art of weapons fighting. As a Northern Philippine martial art, the unique methods of Pananandata greatly differ from the more common Southern Philippine martial art fighting arts such as Kali, Arnis or Escrima. The immediate noticeable difference is the length of the rattan stick which in Pananandata is 31” long while in Kali, Arnis or Escrima the stick is usually 19” – 29” long. This immediately affects the choices of techniques and how they are practiced. Pananandata stresses spontaneous defense responses, a wide array of weaponry and unarmored free-fighting with unpadded weapons. Pananandata maintains a focused yet enjoyable training environment and employs powerful yet lighting quick movements done in a smooth flowing manner.
The benefits of Pananandata are the following:
Pananandata teaches self-defense. The student can use Pananandata techniques to protect themselves against attackers.
Pananandata develops will power and sharpens the mind. One learns respect, focus and discipline in Pananandata training.
Pananandata is fun. It can be enjoyed by children, adults and seniors. Pananandata can also enrich people’s cultural life. Pananandata allows people to share new approaches and ideas and encourage friendship.
