First class from the second session of the Decatur School of Arms Topics covered: The sword Hand positions The guard Advance Lunge Salute Invitations of third and fourth Straight thrust Lesson: From the invitation in fourth, straight thrust (hand in second position) from the guard From the invitation in fourth, straight thrust with a lunge […]
Fundamental Concepts The Rapier A rapier is a single-handed sword primarily used for thrusting, but with the ability to cut as well. It typically has a complex guard consisting of a knuckle guard, a crossbar, and several rings to protect the hand. The guard extends past the crossbar and up the blade for several […]
Fifth session with the Decatur School of Arms Topics covered: Review Passing attacks Feints Hand parries Movements of Conclusion Lesson: From the instructor’s engagement in third, disengagement (hand in fourth position) from the guard From the instructor’s engagement in third, disengagement with a lunge From the student’s engagement in third, simple parry of fourth, riposte […]
Fourth session with the Decatur School of Arms Topics covered: Review Advance Lunge Tempo Defense actions vs Counterattacks Lesson: From the instructor’s engagement in fourth, disengagement (hand in second position) from the guard In time, as the instructor attempts to engage in fourth, disengagement from the guard In time, as the instructor attempts to engage […]
Third session with the Decatur School of Arms Topics covered: Review Recover forward Reassemblement Disengagements Parries Lesson: From the instructor’s engagement in fourth, disengagement (hand in second position) from the guard From the instructor’s engagement in fourth, disengagement with a lunge From the instructor’s engagement in third, disengagement (hand in fourth position) from the guard […]
Second session with the Decatur School of Arms Topics covered: Review Passing steps, forward and back Inside, outside, high and low lines Invitations and engagements in third and fourth Lesson: From the student’s engagement in fourth, glide (hand in fourth position) from the guard From the student’s engagement in fourth, glide with a lunge From […]
First session with the Decatur School of Arms Topics covered: The Guard Advance Lunge The sword Hand positions Salute Lesson: From the invitation in fourth, straight thrust (hand in fourth position) from the guard From the invitation in fourth, straight thrust with a lunge From the invitation in third, straight thrust (hand in second position) […]
