Yes, faction fights in rural Ireland were absolutely connected to Irish Stick Fighting. In fact, when people start looking into the history of bataireacht, this is one of the first […]
Distance Learning
Can you really learn Irish Stick Fighting online?
Let’s answer the question directly: Can you really learn Irish Stick Fighting, self-defense, and combatives principles online? Yes, if the course is structured correctly. That is the key. Bad online […]
The Four Basic Truths of Violent Assault
Violent assault does not usually happen the way people imagine it. Most people picture violence as something with a clear beginning, a dramatic warning, and enough time to decide what […]
Is Irish Stick Fighting Real?
Yes, Irish Stick Fighting is real. It is not just folklore, performance, or something invented for tourists. Irish Stick Fighting has deep historical roots, practical self-defense value, and a strong […]
What Safety Equipment Do You Need for Irish Stick Fighting?
Irish Stick Fighting is a practical, weapon-based martial art, so safety has to be taken seriously from the very beginning. Whether you are training with a traditional shillelagh, a walking […]
Is Irish Stick Fighting Considered a Martial Art?
Yes, Irish Stick Fighting is absolutely a legitimate martial art. The confusion usually comes from the fact that Irish Stick Fighting is not as widely known today as systems like […]
Is There a Belt System or Ranking in Irish Stick Fighting?
One of the most common questions people ask when they first discover Irish Stick Fighting is whether it has a belt system or formal ranking structure. The answer is: it […]
Webinar – Critical Principles of Shillelagh Stick Fighting
Please join us on Thursday, June 8th 2023 from 7:00pm – 8:00pm where we will explore the core principles of stick fighting with the shillelagh as taught in the Combat Shillelagh […]
Shillelagh Irish Stick Fighting Seminar
Live seminar – Shillelagh Irish Stick Fighting as conducted by the Combat Shillelagh System. Everyone welcome, no experience necessary.