Why Train in Combatives?
Why Train in Combatives? Training in Combatives is different than other types of martial arts training. At Combatives Academy our focus is singular. We train to survive and overcome real world violent attacks, what we call "total violence". Although most self defense schools have a similar goal in mind, it is difficult to acknowledge all of the skill sets required for total violence, even by most martial arts schools. Schools that focus on a particular system for example, might find it difficult or impossible to teach the full array of combative skill sets. Combatives is much more than just a mix of martial skills. It is a specific set of skills Core Competency All martial arts schools have a core competency that they teach. Some schools may be excellent in striking but lack grappling, other schools might have an outstanding MMA program but lack weapons training. For Combatives training, a full range of skill sets are required, from striking, to grappling, to hand