Training Tip #2 – How to put together a striking post One of the best ways to practice your strikes and striking patterns is to actually HIT something. When you […]
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Training Safely
Training Tip #1 – Training Safely There are several aspects of safe training. Let’s take a look at each major component in turn. 1. Safety Valve – Our […]
Irish Stick Fighting History: How Faction Fights Shaped the Use of the Blackthorn Shillelagh
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 […]
Does Irish Stick Fighting Use One Hand or Two?
Yes. That is the simple answer. It is also a bit of a trick answer, because in most Irish stick fighting circles, you will see examples of both one handed […]
What are the Core Techniques of Irish Stick Fighting?
When most people first hear about Irish Stick Fighting, or bataireacht, they picture two people standing toe to toe swinging heavy blackthorn sticks at each other. And honestly, I get […]
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 […]