Rapier
Traditional rapier fencing is a school of rapier that has been passed down from master to student within our lineage. It is a mixed doctrine containing elements of the French, Italian and Spanish schools. The rapier used is a Spanish type cup-hilt rapier that is shorter and lighter than those of the earlier periods. The dagger is also of the Spanish shell-guard type with a somewhat long blade. The emphasis is on sophisticated combinations of blade actions along with both circular and linear footwork.
Instruction in Traditional rapier includes single rapier, rapier & dagger, and rapier & cloak.
Small Sword
Firmly rooted in 17th century Spanish rapier fencing (La Verdadera Destreza), this system of small-sword includes features of the French and Italian schools. All of this is systematized into a doctrine that is predominantly Spanish applied to what is in essence a smaller, shorter and lighter rapier. One unique aspect of this system is that unlike French small-sword it includes all of the cutting technique of the earlier 17th century rapier.
The system of Spanish small-sword (espadin) taught is based on the mixed doctrine of Don Manuel Antonio De Brea (1805).
Sabre
The Spanish sabre is a military weapon intended to be used as an infantry/artillery sabre. Its techniques, methods and principles are firmly based on the teachings of the early Spanish masters. Utilizing powerful cuts along with thrusts the Spanish sabre found equal use on the battlefield facing other weapons as well as for personal combat on the dueling field.
Longsword
Salute your opponent, take your guard, and begin the duel. Focusing on the knightly martial art of the German Longsword, Liechtenauer’s Kunst des Fechtens (Liechtenauer’s Art of Fighting) was developed by Johannes Liechtenauer, a 14th century fencing master. Emphasis is placed on drills (solo and paired), as well as test cutting with real (sharp) sword and sparring with blunt steel blades. Students will be introduced to the basics of Lichtenauer’s Kunst des Fechten and HEMA. Using realistic nylon swords, students will practice the 5 master cuts, as well as the basic principals of footwork and winding. Emphasis is placed on proper body mechanics, and cutting alignment
Spear
This versatile weapon was favored by the Vikings and has been found in virtually every culture on Earth. It is a weapon that most Medieval people would have been familiar with, as they would have used it for hunting and self defense.The use of spear throughout Medieval Europe was primarily in military engagements. As a weapon of war, it was ideal because little training is required to use it effectively in formations. In its longer form, the pike, it allowed infantry to oppose cavalry and when shorter and lighter (called a javelin), it could be thrown to soften an enemy line before engaging in melee combat. In single combat, the spear remains a formidable weapon. With lightning fast thrusts and greater range than most swords, it is very difficult to close on a spear man. It also allows (When space is available) the delivery of crushing blows. Even at close range, the shaft can be used to block and deflect like a staff (with which it has much in common) and thrusts with both ends of the weapon.