Class Notes: Underhand Ward

This module examines the application of Versetzen using a häwen to the Läger of Stier. Beginning with the posture of Mittelhut, and expanding to other Läger, students will learn how to defend themselves from a variety of attacks using Stier as well as the appropriate nachschlag work.

Newer students will be introduced to the foundational techniques, and senior students will work on details of timing and footwork.

Class Notes: Displacement with the Armored Hand

 This module covers the use of the off-hand to add support to your displacements/parries, and the Woven Thrust as riposte. 

Class Notes 10/30: Shiel Hau & Military Drills

HEMA Halloween Spook-tacular! This weekend we covered the Shiel Hau, and Messer Military Drills for the Zombie Apocalypse.