Italian martial arts

Italian martial arts encompass a diverse range of traditional fighting styles rooted in Italy's history and regional cultures. Notable examples include Italian boxing (pugilato), characterized by classical boxing techniques; and historical European martial arts like "La spada" (the sword), which focus on swordsmanship, dagger combat, and grappling. These arts emphasize technique, discipline, and adaptability, often combining strikes, weaponry, and unarmed combat. While less globally formalized than other martial arts, Italian fighting traditions preserve rich, regional combat knowledge, blending athletic skill with practical self-defense and cultural heritage.