Forging warrior ethos: Kadena launches first USAF Combatives Course

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christina Byous, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron first sergeant, taps out during a choke maneuver during a combatives course on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 18, 2025. The week-long combatives course allowed Airmen to practice hand-to-hand combat and sparring techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez) (Uniform standards were temporarily relaxed during the USAF Combatives Course to ensure safety and allow full range of motion)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez
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NIKON D850

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70.0-200.0 mm f/2.8

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28/10

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1/500

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1250

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