 A portrait of E.W. Barton-Wright, with a montage of Bartitsu self-defence techniques | |
| Focus | Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | England |
| Creator | Edward William Barton-Wright |
| Parenthood | Tenjin Shin'yō-ryū, Kyushin-ryū, Shinden Fudo-ryū Kempo, Judo, Schwingen, Savate, Canne de combat, Boxing |
| Olympic sport | No |
Bartitsu is an eclectic martial art and self-defence method originally developed in England in 1898–1902, combining elements of boxing, jujitsu, cane-fighting, and French kickboxing (savate). [1] Dormant throughout most of the 20th century, Bartitsu has experienced a revival since 2002.
- ^ Reid, Craig (6 January 2010). "Sherlock Ho-Ho-Holmes: A Great Christmas Gift?". Kung Fu. Archived from the original on 6 January 2010. Retrieved 27 December 2009.