McConnell Airmen participate in jiu-jitsu combatives

Master Sgt. Donald Williams, 722nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, practices a tactical combat movement on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 26, 2026. Williams has hosted combative classes for Airmen for over a year, focusing on proper technique, physical fitness, and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tavian Sims)

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McConnell Airmen participate in jiu-jitsu combatives

Master Sgt. Travis Hallinger, 931st Wing Staff Agency first sergeant, and Major Jamie Briske, 22nd Medical Group Operational Support Team Flight Commander, engage in jiu-jitsu combat training on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 26, 2026. Jiu-jitsu is a grappling-based martial art that focuses on ground fighting, using leverage, technique, and joint locks or chokes to subdue opponents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tavian Sims)

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McConnell Airmen participate in jiu-jitsu combatives

Master Sgt. Donald Williams, 722nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, instructs a class on how to perform a tactical combat maneuver on McConnell Air Force Base, Feb. 26, 2026. In accordance with the Air Force’s focus on readiness and lethality, Williams emphasized the importance of all Airmen being combat and mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tavian Sims)

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McConnell Airmen participate in jiu-jitsu combatives

Master Sgt. Donald Williams, 722nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, practices a tactical combat movement on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 26, 2026. Williams has hosted combative classes for Airmen for over a year, focusing on proper technique, physical fitness, and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tavian Sims)

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McConnell Airmen participate in jiu-jitsu combatives

Published March 4, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Tavian Sims
22nd Air Refueling Wing

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Master Sgt. Donald Williams, 722nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, practices a tactical combat movement on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 26, 2026. Williams has hosted combative classes for Airmen for over a year, focusing on proper technique, physical fitness, and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tavian Sims)