Matt Larsen

Father of Modern Combatives

American military veteran, widely recognized as the father of the US Army Modern Combatives Program (MACP).

Quick Facts

Date of Birth1966

Era20th–21st century

Country of OriginUSA

Rank / TitleCreator of US Army MACP

Active Years1995–present

Biography

Matt Larsen created the US Army Modern Combatives Program (MACP) in 1995 while at the 75th Ranger Regiment, blending Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and tactical weapons training.

Associated Martial Arts

Modern Army Combatives (MACP)Founder→

The US Army close-combat system from 1995. Its author staked everything on the manner of training mattering more than the number of techniques.