German Longsword Course – 25/09/2017 [OLD]

On Monday 25th of September 2017, we’ll restart our main recruitment event: 10 weeks long foundation course that will cover the basics of Johannes Lichtenauer’s German Fencing system.

Date: Monday 25th of September 2017

Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM every Monday starting from 25/09/2017

Location: Mahon Community Centre, Avenue De Rennes, Mahon, Co. Cork

Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/y9pRVdk4y3v

Cost: 100 euro for 10 weeks course

Tickets: SOLD OUT

German Fencing system sets up a framework on which all medieval combat techniques are based so while this course covers longsword techniques only it’ll also set up solid foundations for other weapons as well.

Please note: this introductory fencing course is considered to be a minimum required standard for free fencing (sparring) and as such is obligatory for all new members who want to move onto the Scholar rank and start participating in club activities!

Course will include the following:

– Basic footwork training,

– Basic stances and guards,

– Cuts and thrusts – body mechanics,

– Functional attack & defense skills,

– 5 Master Cuts (Meisterhäue)

– Halfswording (Halbschwert)

– Grappling and Throwing techniques

Course will finish with an exam and everyone who passes will be awarded with the Cork Blademasters’ Scholar Certificate.

Event Details: German Longsword Course September 2017