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Classical Fencing and Historical Swordsmanship Resources
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Classical Fencing and Historical Swordsmanship Resources
This page lists resources for classical fencing and historical swordsmanship. If you're looking for sport fencing, stage combat, SCA swordplay, or historical reenactment you've probably come to the wrong place.
If you're not sure what the difference is between classical fencing and other types of fencing, or if you're not even sure what classical fencing or historical swordsmanship are to begin with, you can find several answers.
If you find errors on this page, or if you know of anything you think should be added, please let me know. Send email to Kim Moser (email).
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Schools, Organizations, and Individuals
Use this list to find schools, organizations, or individual fencers in your area, or when you're traveling.
If you know of a school or organization that isn't listed, or if you'd like yourself to be listed, please email me (email) the following information:
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Key: [S] school, [O] organization or club, [I] individual
Arizona
[S] Tattershall School of Defence -- Flagstaff, AZ. Instruction in beginning French Classical epee and foil, Classical Italian foil, Italian Dueling saber, Italian sidesword and rapier and Italian longsword and unarmed combat. Contact William Wilson, email william.wilson{at}nau{dot}edu.
California
[S] Diamond Rose Acadamie d'Armes -- Auburn, CA. We are graduated students of the Silver Rose Academy. We start beginners with a classic French base, starting with the foil. As they progress we encourage them to study the other countries, styles and forms and we use the schlager or rapier for combat. Contact Chris and Katie Atkinson, email lady_katie71{at}hotmail{dot}com, phone the Auburn Rec. Department at (530) 885-8461
[S,C] Classical Blade Society -- Glendale, CA. The Los Angeles based Classical Blade Society meets twice a week at the historic Glendale Centre Theatre and welcomes experienced and beginning fencers from any club, school or organization. Foil, épée and sabre. Come fence with us! Mondays 5-7pm & Sundays 9-11am - call to confirm. Floor Fee: $10 per visit. Contact Andrew Villaverde, email contact{at}classicalbladesociety{dot}com, phone (818) 919-1375, mail Glendale Centre Theatre, Upstairs dance hall, 324 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA 91203
[S] Davenriche European Martial Arts School -- Santa Clara, CA. The Davenriche European Martial Arts School teaches the techniques illustrated by the old masters, including long sword, rapier/dagger & side sword. Footwork, avoidance, and the ability to use timing and distance to exploit and enhance the sword's inherent cutting and thrusting capabilities are critical to being a good swordsman. These skills, and techniques for grappling, wrestling, kicking, throwing, and disarming of the opponent, are taught in a progressive manner. The difference between English, Italian and Spanish schools of rapier play is also displayed. Some sources indicate that the goal of many a swordsman was to get close enough to fight hand-to-hand. Long sword, rapier and dagger, single rapier, side sword (cut and thrust sword), zweihander, Rondel dagger. Contact Steaphen Fick, email , davenriche{at}night2day{dot}com, phone (408) 857-0120, fax (408) 776-8188.
[S] The Order of The Silver Rose School of Defence -- So. Lake Tahoe, CA. Rapier combat using the teachings of Giacomo Di Grassi, Camillo Agrippa and others of this time frame. Contact Mark Eldred, email rodelli{at}worldnet{dot}att.net, phone (775) 246-5628 (evenings are best), mail 257 Miriam Way, Carson City, NV 89706.
[S] La Spada Nimica -- San Anselmo, Belvedere, and Mill Valley, CA. Classical Italian (Scuola Magistrale) foil, sabre, and épée. Graduate, fencing master certification program. Contact Frank Lurz, Maestro di Scherma, email frank{at}franklurz{dot}com, phone (415) 388-8939, fax (415) 389-1161.
[S] San Jose State University -- San Jose, CA. Contact Ralph K. Sahm, Military Master at Arms - Director.
[S] Accademia di Scherma Classica -- Burlingame, CA. Contact Paul G. Scherman, Master at Arms (SJSU Fencing Masters Program), email info{at}scherma{dot}org, phone (650) 401-3838 (10am-9pm), mail 14 Bancroft Rd., Burlingame, CA 94010. Fencing classes based on the system of instruction developed by the celebrated Military Masters School in Rome (Scuola Magistrale di Scherma) with certain modifications based on the precepts of the earlier Military Fencing Masters schools in Parma (Cesar Enrichetti), Milan (Giuseppe Radailli), and the Livorese school (Eugenio Pini and Beppe Nadi). We teach the proper form, technique and discipline essential for the development of the complete fencer, one with a repertoire of techniques that can be strategically employed effectively in any situation.
[C] Malibu Fencing Club -- Malibu, CA. Email contact{at}malibufencingclub.com, phone (310) 456-1235, mail 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA. The Malibu Fencing Club offers foil, epee, sabre and other weapons in the classical European style at it's new facility in Malibu, California.
[I] Antone Blair -- Arcata, CA. Phone (707) 826-0573, email sildar1{at}earthlink{dot}net. Offering instruction in French Classical foil and epee (dueling sword) and Acero Sevillano method navaja (Spanish clasp knife) through Humboldt State University and private lessons. Devoted practitioner of Spanish system of rapier. Trained in navaja by Maestro James Loriega of Raven Arts Institute. Certified Instructor at Arms training in fencing weapons through Martinez Academy of Arms.
[I] Dr. Greg Hicks -- Ukiah, CA (formerly in New Mexico). Started fencing program at Mendocino College. Student of Maestro William Gaugler at San Jose State University. Email ghicks{at}mendocino{dot}cc.ca.us.
[I] Mr. Daniel Hunter -- Berkeley, CA. The Ermine School of Swordsmanship promotes a method of swordsmanship for practitioners of armored western European broad weapon combat. Mr. Hunter possesses 23 years of applied study and competition. Contact Mr. Daniel Hunter, email stikjoc{at}yahoo{dot}com.
Florida
[S] Kim Moser -- West Palm Beach, FL. I've studied with Maestro Ramón Martínez in New York City since 1990 and have been teaching classical French foil in Jupiter, West Palm Beach and Tequesta since 2000. Email kmoser{at}classicalfencing{dot}org or phone (561) 630-3688.
Georgia
[S] Swordplay Alliance -- Kennesaw & Suwanne, GA (also Bristol & Watts Bar Lake, TN and Winston Salem, NC). Contact Samara Floyd, email swordplay{at}pipeline{dot}com, phone (423) 365-0925. Our schools teach rapier and dagger.
Idaho
[O] The Heren SIndaril -- Coeur d'Alene, ID. Full contact skirmishing with rapier (42" Del Tins and 34" heavy schlager blades) and most of the typical off-hand weapons (i.e. no targes with rattan spikes), 44" hand-and-a-half sword, and bow and quarter-staff. This is non-aggressive skirmishing, with a focus on safety and form, fun and friendship. Contact Monte Thompson, email tripcat{at}kitegravity{dot}com, phone (208) 264-5186 or Michael Koep, phone (208) 667-1597.
Illinois
[I] Mark Rector -- Chicago, IL. Phone (773) 276-9425, mail 2657 W. Medill, Chicago, IL 60647. Classical fencing: foil, epee, and sabre; historical swordsmanship: rapier, rapier & dagger, cut & thrust sword, broadsword, long sword, quarter-staff
Kentucky
[I] Robert Harris -- Louisville, KY. Email rbharris{at}mindspring{dot}com, phone (502) 587-0109. Beginning fencer in French foil. Interested in meeting others from region involved in classical fencing.
[S] Hazard Fencing Club -- Hazard, KY. Email jmiller{at}hazardky{dot}org, phone (606) 439-0129, mail 446 Main Street, Hazard, KY 41701. Classical fencing club specializing in french épée. Other interests: Spanish rapier and Hungarian sabre.
Maine
[O] The Cateran Society -- Portland, ME. Email Chris Thompson, gilbride100{at}hotmail{dot}com, phone 207-773-9197. We practice with the historical Highland weapons, especially the basket-hilted broadsword, according to the works of McBane, Hope, Page, Angelo, Mathewson, MacGregor and others. We have study groups in a number of locations as well as Maine.
[I] Cleon Grover -- Eddington, ME. Email cleon1{at}earthlink{dot}net. Main interest in 18th Century Smallsword, although several years experience with rapier. Presently studying 18th/19th Century Saber, both on foot and on horseback.
[S] University of Southern Maine’s Blade Society -- Portland, ME. Email John Doughty, bladesociety{at}hotmail{dot}com or Robert Tupper, macewan3{at}yahoo{dot}com. We practice and teach modern foil, epee, and saber, but we spend most of our time with rapier and small sword work. We do from time to time have a Kendo instructor and also we dabble in cut and thrust work.
Maryland
[O] Mid-Atlantic Society for Historic Swordsmanship (MASHS) -- Annapolis, MD. Society of dedicated martial artist studying Historic European Martial Arts, based in Maryland. Weapon systems include long sword, sword and buckler, rapier, smallsword, dueling sabres, and pole arms. Members include practitioners from Maryland, the DC area, and Northern Virginia. Contact Larry Tom, Administrator, email LVITOM{at}aol{dot}com, phone (410) 263-0203 (evenings), mail MASHS, 1116 Tyler Avenue, Annapolis, Maryland 21403.
[O] The Historical Martial Study Society (HMSS), Waldorf, MD at the Universal Martial Study Center (Western & Eastern Martial Arts). Studies include rapier, rapier & dagger, buckler, cloak, smallsword, backsword, dagger/knife, duelling & military sabre, longsword, cut & thrust sword, and 19th century arts (Bowie knife, tomahawk, pugilism, singlestick, etc.). Contact Steven Huff, Founder, email smh318{at}msn{dot}com, phone (240) 210-4911, mail 39843 Lady Baltimore Ave, Leonardtown, MD 20650
Massachusetts
[S] Guard Up! Inc. -- Burlington, MA. Sport Fencing, German Longsword, Italian Rapier, and Japanese Longsword. Phone (781) 270-4800, mail Guard Up! Inc., 141 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, MA 01803.
[S] SaEF Fencing Clubs -- Plymouth, MA. Beginners' Foil (dry), Sabre for 8-10 1/2 yr olds (with plastic weapons), Intermediate Fencing with Intro to Sabre and Epee, and Sabre for mature adults. We are a number of clubs in the Massachusetts South Shore area. Currently we operate in Plymouth, Kingston, and Hingham. Courses are given and clubs meet in all three places. Generally we try to stay with classical fencing, but also offer electrical (bending to the realities of life). Contact Mr. Harry Shamir, Head Coach, fencing{at}adelphia{dot}net, phone (508) 747-5803, mail 37 Dwight Ave, Plymouth, MA 02360.
Mississippi
[S] Mississippi Academy of Arms -- Jackson, MS. A traditional fencing salle, teaching Classical Fencing and Historical Swordsmanship since 1980. Offering group and private instruction in Classical Fencing, Historical Swordsmanship and the Gentlemanly Art of Cane Fighting (self-defense using a Walking Cane). For more information or to contact an instructor visit www.MSFencing.org.
Missouri
[S] Baited Blade Classical Fencing -- St. Peters, MO. A classical fencing club focusing on the foil, sabre, and épée. Other weapons practiced currently (or in the future) include rapier, smallsword, and greatstick. For information contact Bob McPherson, email ramread{at}sbcglobal{dot}net..
[S] Columbia Fencing Academy -- Columbia, MO. Classical French foil and épée; sabre coming soon. Contact Patrick Peritore, Instructor (Moniteur), email peritore{at}showme{dot}missouri.edu, phone (573) 446-0361.
[S] The Evangelista School of Fencing -- Peace Valley, MO. Contact Nick Evangelista, email ale{at}townsqr{dot}com, phone (417) 256-0432, mail 6751 Country Road 3850, Peace Valley, MO 65788.
[S] Classical Fencing Society Salle D'Armes (Saint Louis) -- St. Louis, MO. Contact David Achilleus, email kabal{at}kabalfencing{dot}org.
[O] Kabal Fencing -- St. Louis, MO. Kabal Fencing is a resource for studying fencing as a martial art and science. Information is principally for the St. Louis branch of the CFS, but also for Milwaukee CFS and the larger traditional fencing community. Contact David Achilleus, email kabal{at}kabalfencing{dot}org.
[S] Jack of Swords -- St. Charles, MO. Classes regularly offered in classical French foil, sabre, smallsword, and rapier. Other classes offered depending on student interest. Contact Robert DeVoe, email the1jackofswords{at}yahoo{dot}com.
[S] Warrior's Path Academy of Arms & Unarmed Combat -- O'Fallon, MO. Offering instruction in 19th & early 20th century Cane, Greatstick, Quarterstaff, Singlestick, Sabre, Bayonet, Club, Umbrella, Dagger and unarmed Rough N Tumble with elements of Boxing, Wrestling, Bartitsu, Savate and JuJitsu. We will also be starting a English Martial Arts study group under Master Terry Brown. Currently a student of Master Nick Evangelista. Contact Danny Hoskins, e-mail hoskinsdanny{at}earthlink{dot}net, phone at (314)494-2929.
[I] David Achilleus -- St. Louis, MO. Email kabal{at}nuerble{dot}com. Provost, Classical Fencing Society at St. Louis University and at Marquette University. Traditional French and Italian fencing including smallsword, staves and rapier.
[I] John Blair Moore -- St. Louis, MO. Email nuerble{at}cybergate{dot}org, mail 3204 Longfellow, St. Louis, MO 63104. I am new to fencing this year, beginning with foil. I'm being instructed in the Italian style by David Achilleus.
[I] Jared G. Parks -- Hartsburg, MO. Email BladeBreak{at}aol{dot}Com, mail 19800 State Highway A, Hartsburg, MO 65039. Areas of study: smallsword, classical fencing (French School), longsword, sword & shield, staff/polearm weapons.
[I] Judy Stevens -- St. Louis, MO. Email GekkoFrog{at}aol{dot}com, phone (314) 427-3702, mail 9313 Midland, St. Louis, MO 63114. I'm currently taking lessons in foil, and I'm eager to learn more.
[I] Justin Hausaman -- Saint Louis, MO. Email email nukeem247{at}yahoo{dot}com, phone (314) 621-5527. Interest in medieval war sword/great sword techniques. Looking for others in area with interest in learning techniques and bouting.
Nevada
[S] Silver Rose School of Defence -- Carson City, NV. Contact Sean Kiernan, email kiernan2{at}mindspring{dot}com, phone (775) 887-9164 (home) or (775) 530-6682 (work). Located at the community center in Carson City and Western Nevada Community College; concentrating primarily on Camilla Agrippa, as well as Saviolo, di Grassi, Capo Ferro et al.
New Jersey
[S] Martinez Academy of Arms -- New York, NY and Jersey City, NJ. Contact Maestro Ramón Martínez, email martinez{at}martinez-destreza{dot}com, phone (201) 330-8670.
New York
[S] In Ferro Veritas: the Crown School of Defence -- Ithaca, NY. Contact Maitre Adam Crown, email ifv{at}lightlink{dot}com, phone (607) 277-3262, mail 1045 Coddington Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850. Foil, epee & sabre, smallsword, rapier and dagger, longsword and mounted combat (lance, sword etc).
[S] Martinez Academy of Arms -- New York, NY and Jersey City, NJ. Contact Maestro Ramón Martínez, email martinez{at}martinez-destreza{dot}com, phone (201) 330-8670.
[S] Raven Arts Institute of Sevillian Steel -- New York, NY. Contact James Loriega, email Raven_Arts{at}email{dot}com, mail 16 Waverly Place, New York, NY. Traditional Spanish edged weapon of personal combat: navaja, stiletto, swordcane, etc. No sword work. Instructor James Loriega, Maestro de Armas Blancas Sevillanas, studied traditional fencing with Maitre Michel Alaux and Spanish edged weapons with Maestro Santiago Rivera.
[O] The Tri Cities Academy of the Sword -- Contact W. Kevin Dougherty, phone (570) 663-9212, email tcaswkd{at}yahoo{dot}com, mail 333 Front Street, Binghamton NY.
[I] Tom Amoroso -- Yonkers, NY. email amorosot{at}micromodeling{dot}com, phone (917) 847-1637, mail 1085 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY. Currently studying with Maestro Martinez, Italian foil. Would like to stay in the Italian style, and move to sabre, rapier, and short sword.
[I] Eric A. Coles -- Glen Cove, NY. Email eac42{at}columbia{dot}edu, phone (212) 854-2990, mail 6 Alex Lane, Glen Cove, NY 11542. Smallsword, rapier (Italian, Spanish, German), backsword, longsword, staff, dagger.
[I] Nicholas Iago Gershberg -- New York, NY (winters and summers only; other times see Austin, TX). Email pistolix{at}aol{dot}com, phone (212) 222-7202, 355 Central Park West, New York, NY 10025. French & Italian foil, Italian sabre.
[I] Bryan J. Maloney -- Ithaca, NY. Email bjm10{at}cornell{dot}edu, phone (607) 277-3506 evenings. Interests: Classical foil, epee, and sabre (French and Italian schools); 18th-century smallsword (French school), Italian rapier, duelling "sabre," broadsword; 17th-century transitional rapier (Spanish, Italian, and French schools); 16th-century rapier (Italian and Spanish schools); shortsword (aka Reitschwert, cut-and-thrust sword) (English, German and Italian schools); 15th-16th century longsword; experimentation with older styles from solid information; unarmed traditional (19th-century and older) European techniques, including supplementary disarms and grips used with pre-19th century swordsmanship by those uncouth non-Spaniards.
[I] David K. Storrs -- Brooklyn, NY. Email dstorrs{at}interport{dot}net. Spanish rapier, French & Italian foil, epee, smallsword.
[I] John Sullins, Military Master at Arms -- Endicott, NY. Email jsullins{at}hotmail{dot}com, phone (607) 786-1915 evenings after 5pm before 9pm, mail 2604 Laguna Drive #1, Endicott NY 13760. I teach classical Italian fencing ala Nadi and Gaugler. I was trained at Gaugler's Fencing Masters Program in San Jose Ca. I teach foil, epee and sabre. I am starting to work with the Spada ala Barbaseti and we also play around with short sword ala Angelo. I am interested in other historical weapons but claim no mastery of them. Information is also available regarding my Fencing Master's Certificate Program.
North Carolina
[S] Swordplay Alliance -- Winston Salem, NC (also Kennesaw & Suwanne, GA and Bristol & Watts Bar Lake, TN). Contact Samara Floyd, email swordplay{at}pipeline{dot}com, phone (423) 365-0925. Our schools teach rapier and dagger.
Ohio
[I] John T. McCoy, D.C. -- Yellow Springs, OH. Email LeMieux{at}woh{dot}rr.com, phone (937) 767-8173. 18th Century smallsword is my primary interest for the last several years, although I hope to study saber and Spanish rapier in the near future. As a foundation, I have an extensive history (30 years) of Chinese martial arts (internal & external) including double-edged sword, as well as Philippine Espada y Daga (Kali, Escrima), Malaysian (Penjak Silat), and Aikido. I currently teach a small 18th C. smallsword class, T'ai Chi Chuan, and late 18th C. dancing.
Oregon
[S] Northwest Academy of Arms -- Eugene, OR. A school of classical and historical Italian swordsmanship, teaching foil, dueling sword, dueling sabre, rapier, arming sword & buckler, and longsword. Contact Sean Hayes, Maestro d'armi, email seanhayes{at}northwestacademyofarms{dot}com, phone (541) 242-3796, mail 4560 Larkwood, Eugene, OR 97405.
[S] Salem Classical Fencing -- Salem, OR. Contact Michael Heggen, instructor, email michael{at}classicalfencing{dot}us, phone (503) 375-9209, 354 Belmont St. NE, Salem OR 97301.
[S] Southern Oregon Fencing Center / Sword and Mask Fencers -- Ashland, OR. Contact John McDougall (Fencing Master), email mcdoog{at}connpoint{dot}net, phone (541) 535-3969 (home) or (541) 488-7648 (salle), mail 1090 Benson Way # 3, Ashland, OR 97520. Our program is based in classical foil and we also fence saber and épée. We currently have about 70 fencers. We have a program for training teachers as well as fencers.
[O] Baileys Academy (a study group) -- Portland, OR. Contact Douglas Buchanan Bailey, email angusog1{at}canby{dot}com. Member S.A.F.D. Film fight background, and Northwest Historical Fencing Association. Ongoing classes/workshop in Highland single stick, Dirk, Lochabar axe, 1100-1860.
[I] Gareth Thomas / Historical Maritime Combat Association -- Eugene, OR. Email MaritimeCombat{at}aol{dot}com. Study and presentation of personal boarding weapons and techniques from the 16th to 19th centuries, including sabre, cutlass, knife, boarding axe and tomahawk.
[S] Academia Duellatoria LLC -- Portland, OR. Email Jeff Richardson, head instructor, jeffery{at}mind{dot}net, phone (503) 888-9310. A school for unarmored European swordplay systems dating from the 1300s to about 1700. Styles include: Italian and German longsword, sword and buckler, dagger and grappling. Italian, German and Spanish Rapier with specialization in the works of Gerard Thibault and Vincent Saviolo. Curriculum for school presentations maintained and we are available for demos. Instructors Jeff Richardson and Matthew Howden also have a background in choreography for stage and film.
[C] Academia Duellatoria Fencing Club -- Medford, OR. Contact Brian Pearson or Jason Vickoren, email Ntofish{at}earthlink{dot}com. Affiliated with Academia Duellatoria LLC, we're a student-run club studying the rapier systems of Vincent Saviolo and Gerard Thibault's as well as Italian longsword, sword and buckler, dagger as taught by Morozzo.
[S] Retallack School of Arms -- Portland, OR. Contact Trent Retallack, email trent{at}retallackschoolofarms{dot}com, phone 503-819-1554. German Longsword, Boxing, Lancashire Wrestling (Catch-as-Catch-Can), Dagger, and Short Sword with Shield techniques. Also single handed and two handed Nordic/Viking Axe. Classes held in Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA.
Pennsylvania
[S] Chimera Martial Arts Academy -- Malvern, PA. Contact Michael A. Reilley, email michael{at}chimera-maa{dot}com, phone (610) 209-1785, mail 81 Lancaster Ave, Suite L16, Malvern, PA 19355. We offer historical and classical fencing that covers Medieval, Renaissance, and modern weapon skills. Our program includes sword, dagger, staff, unarmed combat, and more.
[S] The Fencing Exchange -- Scranton, PA. Contact John Proctor or Kim Glemboski, email fencingexchange{at}hotmail{dot}com, phone (570) 969-1224, mail 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton PA 18503. French and Italian classical style foil, épée, and sabre.
[S] Live Steel Fight Academy, Pottstown, PA. Email theoldcelt2000{at}yahoo{dot}com, phone (610) 705-8705. Four locations in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Students learn Historical Fencing from the 1300's to the 1600's. Sword, Dagger, Staff, Grappling, Footwork, Timing and much more.
[O] The Brotherhood of Steel -- York, PA (south-central PA, about 90 minutes north of D.C.). Contact Roark Mitzell, email roark.mitzell{at}techbooks{dot}com, phone (717) 848-01250. We're mainly interested, as a group, in building as large a collection of historically correct repros as possible, and lecture at schools, colleges, civil organization, march in parades, do First Night celebration, etc. I'm presently looking at fight books like Talhoffer, Liberi, Marrozzo, Vigianni, et al, along with the broadsword and buckler MS I.33. We're serious about recreating European martial arts. We're following some of the precepts of the Academy of European Medieval Martial Arts in Toronto, John Waller's fight specialists at the Royal Armories in Leeds, the martial spirit of Edinburgh's Dawn Duelists, Terry Brown's London Maisters of Defense, and Sydney Anglo's theoretical musings from his latest book. We also have some interest in the Scottish weapons and their use; twa-handit or slaughter sword, claymore/targe/dirk trio, and the smallsword fencing of William Hope.
[O] Ladies of the Sword -- York, PA. Email LadyFencer2001{at}yahoo{dot}com. Classical fencing: foil, epee, and sabre. Looking for other veteran lady fencers interested in classical fencing.
[I] Maestro Mik Ludwig -- Red Lion, PA. Email Mik{at}MikLudwig{dot}com, phone (717) 817-8401. My personal heritage is of the German-Ludwig and the British-Churchill lines. I am a Knight of Columbus and a military and police combat survivor. I began my training in the warrior arts at the age of seven. For the past fifteen years, I have focused exclusively upon developing a systematic approach to Historical European Swordsmanship that enables each practitioner to select a preferred period and/or geographical preference and to then focus upon a weapon of choice. To date, I have worked with practitioners of the Medieval broadsword, the Scottish claymore, the Renaissance rapier, and several others. My personal period and geographical preference is Victorian Europe with a focus upon dueling with saber and smallsword.
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