Video

Video by Lance Cpl. Devon Burton

Parris Island Pugil Sticks

Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island

March 17, 2017 | 1:34

U.S. Marine Corps Recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, conduct pugil stick bouts as a part of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) at Leatherneck Square, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., March 17, 2017. Pugil stick bouts are used to simulate close quarters combat and build proficency of rifle bayonet techniques. (U.S. Marine Corps motion imagery by Lance Cpl. Devon A. Burton/Released)