How to Use Advanced Weapon Training in Modern Army Combatives

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Advanced weapon training in Modern Army Combatives helps to build the skill and the intuitive responses necessary to successfully terminate a threat on the battlefield. Weapons training also helps to instill the aggressive nature in the soldier that is necessary on all levels of combat. Here are a few hints that will help you to train to take your bayonet and knife training to the next level.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Train with a partner of equal skill level to get the most out of weapons training. The objective in a sparring match is not to dominate but for both parties to grow as fighters.
Step 2

Practice diligently to understand the principles of different attacks and defenses so that the movements and techniques become second nature.
Step 3

Get comfortable with the techniques to the point that you don't consider the technique while engaging in it, rather you flow from form to form naturally.
Step 4

Feel free to improvise as you begin to get comfortable with weapon techniques. History is full of warriors who improved upon and expanded the art of weapons fighting.
Step 5

Remember the golden rule of weapons training: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." Your sparring partner is your buddy not the enemy, so treat him as such.

Tips & Warnings

Always keep your thumbs and fingers tucked to prevent an opponent from getting hold of one of these easy to break joints.
Train strikes and take downs at reduced speed and with protective padding. It is important to realize that while strikes are an ineffective way to subdue an opponent they are a part of fights. Safe training of striking techniques is reserved for advanced studies of Modern Army Combatives.
Do not practice Modern Army Combatives without proper supervision.
When practicing take downs both fighters should start on their knees to prevent injury.

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