Public demonstrations of Silat Buah are rare. The term "Buah," which means "fruit," implies that it holds valuable aspects of Silat, encompassing practical applications and techniques for self-defense. Every movement, whether physical or mental, is governed by a specific belief system and fighting rationale, resulting in a formidable self-defense system.
In this specific type of silat, "buah" serves as a method to teach the practical application of combat strategies, enabling practitioners to take down and immobilize opponents by locking their arms. "Buah" represents combat scenarios that involve rehearsing a series of combative behaviors and predetermined responses. These scenarios are derived from "bunga," thus "buah" imparts their practical usage – it can be likened to the fruit of the flower in the garden of silat.
To execute a takedown or immobilize an opponent's arm, one must skillfully perform a preconfigured technique in response to an attack, placing the opponent in a vulnerable position, which allows the pesilat to strike and manipulate their limbs, head, or torso into a compromising position, ultimately gaining an advantage. Despite "Buah" appearing less graceful than "bunga," its moves are executed with finesse and appear effortless, without relying on brute force.
Silat Buah Techniques
