During Basic Training, or One Station Unit Training, Trainees are exposed to the Modern Army Combatives Program (MACP) and taught how to respond to an enemy rapidly closing their distance appropriately. This training allows the U.S. Army's newest Soldiers to build confidence in themselves and their ability to defend themselves in close quarters while further instilling the Warrior Ethos that they've been taught throughout Initial Military Training. | U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Trainin

Did you know, #DYK, that in Initial Entry Training, #IET, each Trainee will receive combative Level 1 Training? This training focuses on building confidence in individual trainees' abilities to control an enemy in hand-to-hand combat. Completed in the final weeks of Basic Combat Training, #BCT, after completing all graduation requirements, Trainees will be exposed to Pugil Sticks and grappling techniques to build confidence in themselves. | U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training

Learn to roll with the punches and come out on top. 🥊 Do you know how many levels of combatives there are? The Modern Army Combatives Program (MACP) isn’t just about fighting—it’s about building confidence, discipline, and resilience. Whether you’re grappling with challenges or sparring for success, the MACP teaches Soldiers to fight smarter, not harder. | U.S. Army