Hand to Hand Combat
Our Hand-to-Hand Combat with Firearms course is a fast-paced, performance-led programme designed to develop credible close-range action sequences for film and television.
This course combines firearms fundamentals, reaction training, and basic fight choreography, building toward short, structured scenarios that reflect the demands of on-set action work. Training is intensive and progressive, requiring participants to absorb choreography, reactions, and weapon handling quickly and safely.
Delivered over two days at purpose-built facilities in North Wales, the course places emphasis on short-form fight sequences, bullet reactions, and transitions between unarmed and armed performance. Professional filming is integrated throughout to replicate production conditions and reinforce timing, continuity, and spatial awareness.
Training elements include;
- Firearms safety and handling fundamentals for performance environments
- Close-range weapon awareness and control
- Bullet reactions and physical response techniques
- Basic hand-to-hand fight choreography
- Transitions between unarmed and armed action
- Short, structured action scenarios combining movement, reaction, and performance
- Working safely and consistently under camera observation
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for actors, performers, and stunt trainees who already have some experience in stage combat, martial arts, stunt training, or physical performance and are comfortable working at pace.
Due to the intensity and speed of the training, this course is not suitable for complete beginners.
What’s included;
- Two days of structured, intensive training
- Small group instruction
- Professional filming integrated throughout
- Experienced instructional team
- Complimentary tea, coffee, and water throughout
Location: North Wales
Requirements: Valid photo ID, DBS, and prior fight or movement experience required
Please note: This is a fast-paced course and requires prior fight, movement, or physical performance experience.