Combatives

Art

Overview

Military close-combat systems designed for battlefield situations. Modern U.S. Army Combatives (MAC) was reformed in 2002 by Matt Larsen incorporating BJJ, wrestling, Muay Thai, and weapon retention.

Country of Origin

United States

Founded

— World War II era

Also known as

Military CombativesClose Quarters CombatCQC

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

7/10

History & Origin

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Dominant body positionWeapon retention drills

Core Technique Classes

Clinch fightingTakedownsGround fightingWeapon retentionStrikingChokes

Sub-Types

militaryself-defense

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

high/10

Sources & References

[1] Applegate, Rex. Kill or Get Killed. Military Service Publishing, 1943. — link

[2] FM 21-150: Combatives (U.S. Army Field Manual).

Geography & Status

Status

Competitive SportActive

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