Riki,

I don't know. Certainly they are not exclusive to SME - anyone can use them for the same purposes.

As taught by Momoy they were intended to bring out certain attributes that he considered important. Double stick for example is designed to bring out ambidexterity (although it is interesting that the double stick form that I learned reflects double stick as if an espada y daga practitioner was performing it). It probably also reflects the influence of Momoy's older brother. Bangkaw is designed to teach you to link the shoulders together as a body mechanic since it is essentially a large lever. Ananangkil teaches you how to produce power with your legs and waist as well as to "stand in" against a larger, stronger opponent. The chain builds wrist strength although I suspect that it's also designed to help you to develop internal body mechanics. The whip helps to develop relaxed power as well as the ability to extend your intention to the tip of the weapon. The throwing knife helps to develop focus and concentration as well as relaxed power, etc.

Re. Eskrido I would imagine that you could develop similar methods for linking up your locks and throws to what the Chinese call "Dan Tien" and what the Japanese call "hara."

*books a hospital room for Dhay for after her Dumog kiwi style session*

Hey Steve thanks for your reply.
Again it was a very informative reply,you have definatly added value to the RA Forums with your knowledge in the SME.I would just like to say thank you for sharing some of that knowledge.

For anyone interested I have an article published in the upcoming FMA Digest (Vol. 4 No. 3) about San Miguel Eskrima's "Downward" pattern.

The pattern under discussion is what I term a "linking" segment in the version of the San Miguel Form that I learned. You can see the pattern performed on YouTube if you go to their site and search under "San Miguel Eskrima" and "Downward."

Best,

Steve Lamade

I had assumed that the cadena was rather heavy and about the same length as a garrote - but this one looks a lot longer and somewhat lighter. It will probably hit or lie on the ground some of the time. There appears to be a weight on the end.

Sorry mate but the link did not work for me, any chance you can You Tube it :D

YBIFMA

Pat