Bataireacht

Art

Bataireacht("Stick Fighting")

Overview

Traditional Irish martial art of fighting with the shillelagh (blackthorn walking stick). Features strikes, blocks, and grappling with the stick. Historically used in faction fights between rival clans.

Country of Origin

Ireland

Founded

— 17th century era

Also known as

Irish Stick FightingShillelagh Fighting

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

5/10

History & Origin

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Shillelagh thrustOverhead smashTuck and guard

Core Technique Classes

Overhead strikeThrustBlockGrappling with stickFootwork

Sub-Types

irish martial artstick fighting

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

high/10

Sources & References

[1] Doyle, Glen. Bataireacht: The Martial Art of the Irish Shillelagh. Freelance Academy Press, 2014. — link

Geography & Status

Status

Active

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