Yaw-Yan

Art

Yaw-Yan("Dance of Death")

Overview

Filipino kickboxing art emphasizing devastating kicks delivered at close range from unique downward angles. Combines elements of Muay Thai, karate, and traditional Filipino martial arts.

Country of Origin

Philippines

Founded

1972

Also known as

Sayaw ng Kamatayan

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

7/10

History & Origin

Founder

Napoleon Fernandez

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Downward roundhouse kick (rhino kick)Close-range kick combinations

Core Technique Classes

Downward-angled kicksClose-range strikingElbow strikesKnee strikes

Sub-Types

filipino martial artkickboxing

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

high/10

Sources & References

[1] Fernandez, Napoleon. Yaw-Yan: The Filipino Art of Kickboxing. Manila, 1990s. — link

Geography & Status

Status

Competitive SportActive

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