Bataireacht, Irish Stick Fighting Class

The history of traditional Irish stick fighting, or Bataireacht, extends from relatively modern times back into Ireland's ancient past.  In our IRL workshop Steve Higgins and his assistants will briefly give an introduction to the art, and will then lead the participants through a series of exercises. These movements are designed for practical self-defence, not for tournament or competition.  The workshop will involve no sparring.

Steve Higgins, founder and Chief Instructor at Cold Mountain Tai Chi and Qigong in Kitchener, is a fifty-year veteran of the martial arts. His first teacher in the Irish boxing tradition was his father.

Our objectives in this workshop will be healthy exercise, exploring some self-defence principles, and having fun!

Please bring a walking stick or umbrella to use.

Masks are encouraged.

This session is being recorded for the benefit of participants and will be posted via the Irish Real Life website.  This includes your…