I'm excited to announce that in addition to our normal classes on 8/7, I will be hosting a padded sword workshop that is designed to get us all back into shape for the up coming sword season!
About the Workshop
Gekken, or Schwertkunst is a method of applying technique to low-gear freeplay fencing with padded training swords.
It’s important to note that the equipment used in Schwertkunst is NOT LARP-gear. While these tools are technically padded it is still possible to do considerable harm to your opponent. For this reason we begin every class with a basic safety review.
Messer Class
We will review the Underhand Ward, and begin our investigation of the application of the Overhand Ward.
The Underhand Ward
Beginning with the posture of Mittelhut and cycling through a variety of staring postures, students will learn how to defend themselves from a variety of attacks using a hew to Stier as well as the appropriate nachschlag work.
The Overhand Ward
Explores the application of the Overhand Ward against a variety of strikes and appropriate nachschlag work. Additionally, when to use the Overhand Ward or the Underhand Ward.