Self-defense is a necessity in the life of every individual. Some people have been trained to defend themselves as part of their careers. A person in protective services or police, of course, learning basic self-defense. Today, more and more people become part of the population, active and enthusiastic interest in various forms of self-defense, as karate, Silat, kick boxing and other forms.
This is a kind of indigenous art from Indonesia. From thereHe grew in popularity and spread to Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. It is known from a Chinese version of the same form of martial arts under the name Kuntao. Those who practice known as pesilat.
The form of martial arts must meet a number of different movements and styles, but for the most part the emphasis on manipulation of joints, strikes, throws, cutting the use of weapons or techniques based on animals. Based on the country where the military form Silatpracticed, there are a number of different organizations to control the national level, its practices and its performance.
Silat comes from a word in language Silek Menang, is the origin of this word is still unknown. The origins of this form of martial art has many stories associated with it. One version says that these originate when a woman takes a fight between a tiger and an eagle seen. He learned and taught her husband, then passedGenerations. Silat was previously used as a generic term to refer to any type of combat. Now is a special type of martial art, in particular the Indonesian region.
Silat in Malaysia was supported by the Royals and the generals and it was a sign of the higher strata of society to know and practice this form of martial art. Fighters that have been banned proven to lead troops and especially in honor of King. Recognizes and paidThis form of martial art was a sign of nobility or royalty.
Silat Weapons are also an interesting point. They use a type of weapon by the Japanese culture in practice this art as the Katana mentioned above. Armor or shield Rattan is also used as a protective agent. And 'the only piece of practical protection of the people in this worn before. To start working with a weapon practicing this form of martial arts students in a sufficientlyPerformance tests. There are also different styles, where the form is based weapon. The weapons most commonly used by practitioners are the kris, or dagger, parang or machete, and tongkat sarang or walking stick.
This is a form of martial art that has very ancient routes that have developed over the years, Such as different styles of new moves, Were Taken in the original form that has evolved. His style merged with other forms of martial arts and their inclusion in culturesChina, Japan and other countries.