Krabi-Krabong

Art

กระบี่กระบอง("Sword and Staff")

Overview

Thai weapons-based martial art focusing on sword, staff, and dual-weapon fighting. Historically used by Thai soldiers and closely related to Muay Boran as a complete battlefield system.

Country of Origin

Thailand

Founded

— Ancient era

Also known as

Krabi Krabong

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

6/10

History & Origin

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Dual sword fightingStaff vs sword sparring

Core Technique Classes

Krabi (sword)Krabong (staff)Daab song mue (dual swords)Shield techniques

Sub-Types

thai weaponsbattlefield art

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

high/10

Sources & References

[1] Vail, Peter. The Martial Arts of Thailand. Journal of Asian Martial Arts, 1998. — link

[2] Stockmann, Hardy. Muay Thai: The Art of Siamese Unarmed Combat. 1979.

Geography & Status

Status

Competitive SportActive

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