Scottish Martial Arts

14thC Carvings of West Highland Warriors and swords.

The 7 cuts of the Singlestick and training in Highland Dirk Dance

Basic sword 'tricks' were used as part of sword training in Scotland - this one's based on a successful ruse.

Once part of Scotland's Highland Games, the short-stick exercise is useful in building a strong grip....

Scottish Swordsmanship project researching the combative techniques of the Highland Dirk Dance and stickfighting with 'Cudgels'-two singlesticks!