For a number of reasons our classes often train with wooden swords. Despite what you might think, very little of it has to do with the "safety"...
Willkommen! This Gotham Swords program studies a historical fencing tradition from Augsburg, Germany. The Augsburg School emphasizes a curriculum of foundational skills and concepts which inform the application of higher order techniques. The lessons forge a system of fencing that is applicable to Ringen (wrestling), Messer (knives), and Schwert (Longsword).
LESSON: General Handling of the Sword
Regardless of the device you are utilizing to study swordplay, you should revere the training implement at all times. This practice builds an important consciousness around sword-safety as well as bolsters the important foundational skills.
LESSON: Parts of the Sword
The sword is composed of a steel blade which should be customized in length to the height and reach of the fencer, a parrying shield and crossguard, grip, and pommel.
Regarding the UBÜNGEN, Our Paired Drills
At first glance many drills can appear rather simple, yet upon closer inspection these practices provide complex insights to training various concepts and techniques... but only if utilized correctly.
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