Latigo y Daga
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Latigo y Daga literally translates Whip and Dagger in Spanish. It is a Filipino martial art which focuses on the use of flexible weapons, particularly whips. It combines elements from a multitude of martial arts found in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia.
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[edit] Training
The Latigo y Daga system was formulated in 1987 by Tom Meadows. Through his research and experience working with various whips in conjunction with multiple martial arts systems and styles, he formed Latigo y Daga and developed a standardized vocabulary for whip techniques. This greatly aided practitioners with the continued development of the art. The primary aspects of Latigo y Daga are the use of the 4-ft. short whip, the combination of using a dagger with whip, and using the empty hand with a whip.
[edit] Today
Some of the more prominent practitioners of Latigo y Daga are Dan Inosanto, Ron Balicki and Anthony De Longis.
[edit] Publications
- Filipino Fighting Whip : Advanced Training Methods and Combat Applications by Tom Meadows ISBN 1-58160-477-7
