savate

Noun

Meaning

savate (uncountable)

a form of French martial art that involves combinations of punching and kicking moves

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Casseux opened the first establishment in 1825 for practicing and promoting a regulated version of chausson and savate (disallowing head butting, eye gouging, grappling, etc.). Source: Internet

A young competitor executing the savate salute Many martial arts provide ranking systems, such as belt colours. Source: Internet

Dress In official competitions, competitors wear a coverall suit called intégrale or a tanktop and a savate trouser. Source: Internet

He then trained in boxing for a time before combining boxing with chausson and savate to create the sport of savate (or boxe française, as we know it today). Source: Internet

Many countries (including the United States) have national federations devoted to promoting savate. Source: Internet

Modern practice Despite its roots, savate is a relatively safe sport to learn. Source: Internet

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