The idea of hybridization or "mixing" of martial arts traditions originates in the 5th century BC.
The concept rose to wide popularity during 5th century BC in Greek Olympic game Pankration, which uses aspects derived from various arts including boxing and wrestling.
Hybrid martial arts are systems that blend techniques and philosophies from multiple traditional martial arts, creating comprehensive and adaptable methods for self-defense, sport, and combat.
These arts typically integrate striking, grappling, and weapons training, allowing practitioners to handle various combat scenarios effectively.
They illustrate the evolution and integration of martial arts practices across cultures and time periods.