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FULL-CONTACT ARMORED COMBAT
THE SPORT OF BUHURT
Full Contact Fighting Sport With Blunt Steel Weapons
WELCOME TO THE EXTRAORDINARY SPORT OF BUHURT
History fuses with modern times in this medieval sport, Buhurt (boe-hurt or boo-hurt).
Traditionally, Buhurt was an outlet for professional medieval warriors to show off their fighting aptitude and hone their skills for warfare in a competitive and non-lethal way. Today, now primarily called Armored Combat, it serves as a way for athletes and history enthusiasts to celebrate and remember medieval history and culture. While being more progressive in modern times, this sport is still just as challenging, aggressive, and competitive as it was in the dark ages.
Today, athletes still wear period-specific armor and use historically authentic (and blunted) weapons. But don’t worry, the armor isn't just for show, it works! Buhurt has grown to be a loved sport all over the world. There are now global tournaments, where the best fighters from all continents travel to participate in the ultimate test of human endurance.
REAL ARMOR,
REAL WEAPONS,
REALLY.....!
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OUR VISION
The Florida Fire Drakes are more than just a team; we are visionaries driven by spirit and grit. We are proud, and we are expanding. This team provides an organizational framework and training support system for Armored Combat fighters across the state of Florida. Through focusing on strength, fighting skill/strategy, as well as building a solid team community – the Fire Drakes are accomplishing astounding growth and achievement.
Not only do our coaches bring expert-level knowledge and strategy, but our curriculum also provides a unique combination of fighting styles that elevate training to an extraordinary level. This team is a melting pot in more ways than one. We are emulating and innovating the techniques used in this sport. We have created our unique style of MMA geared specifically for Armored Combat. The Florida Fire Drakes are not simply different, we are pioneers paving the way for the future of this amazing sport. In other words, we are becoming the bar to which other teams will have to aspire.
ARMORED COMBAT
TEAM COMPOSITIONS
MELEE BATTLES
Melee Battles are the primary focus of our team! This is us! Melee Battles are fought in 5 vs. 5, 10 vs. 10, and beyond.
PRO FIGHTS
Pro-Fights are about your independent glory. As we specialize in both Melee Battles and Pro Fights, we would love to support you on the Pro Fights journey.
MELEE BATTLES
Melee Battles are the primary focus of our team! This is us! Melee Battles are fought in 5 vs. 5, 10 vs. 10, and beyond.
In melee fights, the goal is to be the team with the last fighter standing by any means necessary (within the scope of the rules of the sport). Fighters can use their weapons, grappling, takedowns, punching, kicking, and tripping to put their opponents on the ground. Once on the ground, a combatant must remain still until the end of the round. In Melee Battles, fighters must wear historically accurate armor and wield matching weapons. There are options for which weapon sets a fighter can choose from. Examples are sword and board, double-handed weapons, and polearm. Melee fighting requires steel armor and a strong team mentality.
Individual glory is not the goal here and can be the downfall of an incredibly talented team.
PRO FIGHTS
Pro-Fights are individual MMA fights, one on one. A fighter can earn points with weapons hits, as well as with takedowns, punching, and grappling. There is also a choice of weapon sets here. Sword and board, pole arm, and double-handed weapons. Armor does need to be steel or titanium in these fights, but it is always a good idea to consult your coach about what armor and weapon set works best for you.
Pro-Fights are about your independent glory. As we specialize in both Melee Battles and Pro Fights, we would love to support you on the Pro Fights journey.
ARMORED COMBAT
TEAM ROLES
5v5 & 10v10 MELEE
Roles within the List (arena) are established by your coaches, but they are reflective of your size and prior experience in combat.
TANKS
The Big Boys. 275lb and up.
PUNISHERS
Hybrids - 200lb - 275lb
FLANKERS
Quick and Agile - Below 200lbs
OUT OF THE ARENA
Can't suit up and join the fight? Thats not all we have. The Florida Fire Drakes has plenty of roles out of the arena as well!
LIST SUPPORT
One of the key roles in this sport is List Support. There is a variety of responsibilities that List Support takes on, and that is why the Fire Drakes cannot survive without them. These are team members who help fighters put on armor, take off the armor, and help facilitate events. Everyone in the Florida Fire Drakes, even fighters, takes on multiple roles. Those who are List Support still train with the entire team but have specialized skills and tasks outside of the training scope.
QUARTERMASTERS
(BLACKSMITH)
This is a vital role in the Fire Drakes. If you have a background in welding, smithing, or metal work of any kind, you may find serving opportunities within our team culture. The armor, weapons, and gear used by our fighters are authentic steel. So special types of care and repair are necessary after every use. When armor or weapons break, we need team members who can help fix them. Without members who know their way around a shop, we would not be able to fight. Period.
MARSHAL
This is no small or minuscule role. Marshals are the goalkeepers and gear-checkers and are responsible for security and safety in our sport. Just like referees in other sports, they enforce the rules and ensure that everyone is playing fair! This is a non-fighting role and requires attention to detail! The Florida Fire Drakes need members in this role, so we can host our battles and tournaments.
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