General Introductory Courses
All the courses last six hours. Typically course is held in single day (turbo course). Rarely course can take from four (accelerated) to six weeks at one night per week and are open to anyone with an interest in Western Martial Arts. Each course will cover the basic principles of a specific European weapon with hands on instruction. Students will participate in drills and exercises designed to teach proper technique. No experience or equipment is necessary, but athletic clothing and footwear is recommended.
Attending an introductory course is mandatory for all new students. Once course has been successfully completed attendance to members classes is permited.
On completion participants will be entitled to a 15% discount off a three month Sword Academy membership.
Participants bringing a friend or a relative will also receive a Sword Academy baseball cap on payment of the course fee.
Only way to register is via link at the bottom of each course description.
Course space is limited, and courses are subject to minimum attendance.
Introduction to German Medieval Longsword - Turbo Course - 26.May.2013
When: 26.May.2013 from 09:00 to 15:00
Where: Details at registration
Description:
Learn to use the two-handed German Medieval longsword. Handle a replica steel long sword and practice your new skills with
wooden wasters.
Topics covered in this course:
- Basic guards of the German tradition
- Cutting with a double edged, two-handed sword
- The eight cuts
- The parts of the sword and how they can be used
- Basic offensive actions, defensive actions and retaliations
- Proper stance and footwork
Cost:
$139 per person / non-member
A $15 discount is available for additional family members
Register: Please include your name and if under 18, your age, along with any comments you may have.
We will respond as soon as we can, in order to verify your registration.
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Introduction to Italian Renaissance Rapier - Turbo Course - 27.May.2013
When: 27.May.2013 from 09:00 to 15:00
Where: Details at registration
Description:
Learn to use the Italian rapier. Handle a replica steel rapier and practice your new skills with
wooden weapons.
Topics covered in this course:
- Basic guards of the Italian Renaissance tradition
- Thrusting with a rapier
- Types of the thrusting attacks
- The parts of the rapier and how they can be used
- Basic offensive actions, defensive actions and retaliations
- Proper stance and footwork
Cost:
$139 per person / non-member
A $15 discount is available for additional family members
Register: Please include your name and if under 18, your age, along with any comments you may have.
We will respond as soon as we can, in order to verify your registration.
Click Here to Submit Your Registration
Introduction to English Renaissance Quarterstaff - Turbo Course - 01.Jun.2013
When: 01.Jun.2013 from 09:00 to 15:00
Where: Details at registration
Description:
Learn to use the English Renaissance quarterstaff.
Topics covered in this course:
- Basic guards of the English tradition
- Striking with the quarterstaff
- Thrusting with the quarterstaff
- The parts of the quarterstaff and how they can be used
- Basic offensive actions, defensive actions and retaliations
- Proper stance and footwork
Cost:
$139 per person / non-member
A $15 discount is available for additional family members
Register: Please include your name and if under 18, your age, along with any comments you may have.
We will respond as soon as we can, in order to verify your registration.
Click Here to Submit Your Registration
Introduction to German Medieval Sword and Buckler - Turbo Course - 02.Jun.2013
When: 02.Jun.2013 from 09:00 to 15:00
Where: Details at registration
Description:
Learn to use the German sword and buckler. Handle a replica steel sword and buckler and practice your new
skills with wooden weapons.
Topics covered in this course:
- Basic guards of the German Medieval tradition
- Cutting with the double edged single hand sword/li>
- The eight cuts
- The parts of the sword and how they can be used
- Basic offensive actions, defensive actions and retaliations
- Proper stance and footwork
Cost:
$139 per person / non-member
A $15 discount is available for additional family members
Register: Please include your name and if under 18, your age, along with any comments you may have.
We will respond as soon as we can, in order to verify your registration.
Click Here to Submit Your Registration
Introduction to German Medieval Longsword - Turbo Course - 08.Jun.2013
When: 08.Jun.2013 from 09:00 to 15:00
Where: Details at registration
Description:
Learn to use the two-handed German Medieval longsword. Handle a replica steel long sword and practice your new skills with
wooden wasters.
Topics covered in this course:
- Basic guards of the German tradition
- Cutting with a double edged, two-handed sword
- The eight cuts
- The parts of the sword and how they can be used
- Basic offensive actions, defensive actions and retaliations
- Proper stance and footwork
Cost:
$139 per person / non-member
A $15 discount is available for additional family members
Register: Please include your name and if under 18, your age, along with any comments you may have.
We will respond as soon as we can, in order to verify your registration.
Click Here to Submit Your Registration
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