Marine Corps Pugil Stick Training
Channel: Department of Defense
Date: 2018-08-29

Sgt. Katie Wissmann, a martial arts instructor with Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, discusses the importance of close quarter combat and bayonet fighting skills taught during recruit training on Parris Island, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, August 6, 2018. Pugil sticks represent bayonets in a sparring match that is required for recruits to earn the first belt in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, which one of seven graduation requirements to graduate recruit training. (Video by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
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