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Pankration Παγκράτιον

GreeceEuropeCombat sportEuropean

Ancient Greek all-in fighting.

Key characteristics

  • Striking + grappling

Forms & curriculum

  • Varies by school.

What training looks like

Competition-oriented training emphasises conditioning, pad and bag work, technical drilling and regular sparring under the sport's rules.

Questions to ask a school

  • Is competition optional?
  • Is there a fitness or beginner track?
  • How is hard sparring managed?
Photo: Unknown artist · CC BY 2.5 · source

Quick facts

OriginGreece
Era / founder648 BCE Olympics
FamilyEuropean
TypeCombat sport

Related arts

Mixed Martial Arts

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