What precludes Marines from abusing the techniques they’ve learned?
The Marine Corps Martial Arts program fosters the development of a Marine as a whole person in order to develop the Marine as a responsible warrior. Above and beyond the physical skills being taught, the mental and character disciplines give the Marine the skills to understand how and when to use those physical skills. Areas taught include the following subjects. Citizenship Personal and Family Affairs Safety, Risk Management, and Combat Readiness Responsible Use of Force Warrior as a Gentleman The components of the character discipline will be linked to those of the other two disciplines (mental and physical) as well as to the advancement process within the belt ranking system. Commanders by their recommendation will certify that the Marine has met annual training requirements, the prerequisites of each specific belt level and that the Marine possess the maturity, judgment and moral character required for advancement. This will ensure as a Marine develops the physical skills to be a l
