Although some military thinkers of the time began to question its relevance, bayonet fencing was a core skill taught to soldiers during World War II.  

Blending elements of swordplay, stick fighting, Knife Fighting and close-quarters tactics, bayonet fencing develops practical combat attributes that are just as valuable today. At Battalion Martial Arts York, we preserve and teach these methods as part of our WWII combatives curriculum. Training with bayonet trainers builds footwork, timing, distance control, and explosive power. These are 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 appreciation of the weapon and its history.