Your Complete Distance Learning Path From Beginner to Blackbelt
Master Irish Stick Fighting Anytime, Anywhere — Step into the world of authentic Irish Stick Fighting—reborn for the modern era and redesigned for today’s remote learner. Whether you’re taking your very first step with the Blackthorn Shillelagh or aiming for the mastery of a Blackbelt, our comprehensive online training system gives you everything you need to grow, progress, and excel… all from the comfort of your home.
Train 24/7, From Anywhere in the World
Our distance learning platform is built for busy lives. Whether you’re a student, a professional, a parent, or someone balancing multiple passions, you can train on your schedule—morning, midnight, or anytime in between. All you need is your Shillelagh and an internet connection.
No travel.
No rigid class times.
Just pure, flexible, high-quality martial arts training, available around the clock.
A Complete Rank-Advancement System: Beginner to Master
Unlike many online martial arts programs, this is not a loose collection of random lessons. It is a structured, logical, step-by-step curriculum designed specifically for remote mastery. You’ll follow a clearly mapped path through:
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Beginner Ranks – Build the foundation of footwork, striking, guard positions, flow, and base concepts.
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Intermediate Ranks – Develop timing, power, transitions, distance control, and tactical combinations.
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Advanced Practitioner Levels – Sharpen your technique, expand your combatives understanding, and integrate advanced drills.
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Blackbelt Certification – Achieve elite proficiency with a comprehensive skillset grounded in traditional and modern Shillelagh combatives.
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Assistant Instructor, Instructor & Master Levels – For those called to teach, lead, and carry forward this rare martial tradition.
Every rank builds on the one before, ensuring you never feel lost, rushed, or overwhelmed. Progress flows naturally—and you always know exactly what’s required for the next step.
Robust Training Content Designed SPECIFICALLY for Remote Students
Your distance learning journey includes:
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Cinematic-quality instructional videos for every technique, drill, and concept
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Detailed breakdowns of form, mechanics, and application
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Progress checklists to help you track your growth
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Training plans for weekly and monthly structure
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Bonus modules covering conditioning, tactics, mindset, and weapon handling
Our entire system is engineered for clarity, retention, and real skill development—no guesswork, no confusion, no “learning gaps.”
Guidance and Support From Certified Instructors
You’re never training alone. EVER.
Even though this is a distance program, you will have support at every rank from our cadre of certified Irish Stick Fighting instructors who review your progress, answer questions, provide feedback, and help you keep momentum.
This is true mentorship, delivered through modern tools. Collectively, our instructors have over 100 YEARS worth of dedicated martial arts study and mastery. And we are here to help you every single step of the way.
Designed for Today’s Learners — Because Remote Training Works
For decades, countless disciplines—from coding to language learning to university degrees—have proven that remote learning is not only effective, but preferred by millions. Martial arts are no different.
With the right curriculum, the right structure, and the right support system, anyone can learn the incredible self defensive aspects of Irish Stick Fighting online.
Whether you’re 18 or 80, a first-time martial artist or a lifelong practitioner—our program meets you where you are and brings you forward with confidence.
Start Your Irish Stick Fighting Journey Today
The Blackthorn Shillelagh is more than a weapon—it’s a living tradition, a connection to heritage, and a powerful modern self-defense tool. And now, with our complete distance learning system, you can master it from anywhere in the world.
- Train on your schedule.
- Advance through a proven ranking pathway.
- Gain support from certified instructors.
- Become part of a global community of practitioners.
Your journey begins the moment you decide to pick up the stick.
Our Distance Learning Format is designing specifically for YOU, the busy adult. Train anywhere, anytime on your own schedule.
