Although some military thinkers of the time began to question its battlefield relevance, bayonet fencing remained a core skill taught to soldiers throughout WW2.

Blending elements of swordplay, stick fighting, knife fighting, and close-quarters tactics, bayonet fencing develops practical combat attributes that are still valuable today. At Battalion Martial Arts York, we preserve and teach these methods as part of our wider WW2 combatives curriculum. Training with bayonet trainers builds footwork, timing, distance control, and explosive power, skills that carry over into all areas of martial arts.

We explore bayonet systems from multiple nations, each with its own teaching methods and tactical nuances. This comparative approach gives students a deeper understanding of both the weapon and its historical context.