Arnis National Encounter is an annual event hosted by ARPI since 1986. It aims to provide a competition designed where the best Arnisadors from the different clubs all over the Philippines can compete and have the chance to become a member of the Philippine National Team. It also encourages camaraderie through friendly competitions. Medalist of the ARNIS NATIONAL ENCOUNTERs may be promoted to the iARNIS rank of Black Belt 1ST Degree for Gold medalist and Brown for Silver and Bronze Medals. Likewise, all previous Arnis National Encounter Medalists since 1986 are included.