Bravo Company Takes Part in Marine Corps Martial Arts Program

The following is a release from Sgt. Tyler Viglione, Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego:

Entering recruit training is a life changing experience. Everything new recruits learn starts with a foundation they will build off throughout training and into their careers.

Recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, received their introduction to the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Nov. 25, 2015.

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“MCMAP helps recruits develop their mental and physical strength while allowing them to learn a basic fighting style that they will use throughout their careers as Marines,” said Sgt. Nelson Chaves, martial arts instructor, Instructional Training Company, Support Battalion.

Bravo Company began the event by learning about the history of the program and how it has been used since its creation. They also learned the different belt types and how one can achieve each level. For some, this was the first time learning any type of martial arts.

“Not every recruit is a fighter,” said Chavez, a native of Miami. “Most of them do not know how to correctly execute these techniques, and for the ones that do have some fighting …Read the Rest

Source:: Tactical Life