South America

Selk'nam or Onas Wrestling (Argentina, Chile)

  • Name of sport (game): Selk'nam or Onas Wrestling
  • Place of practice (continent, state, nation):

    Tierra del Fuego in Chile and Argentina

  • Description:

    The body to body wrestling was a very important fun among men. They practiced with the naked bodies, which, in the case of formal events, were painted red. Because of their interest and desire to excel, they were prepared since young. The way to wrestler was to take each other's body and try to topple, being prohibited tripping and this procedure lasted until one is declared defeated.

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