Beginner Sword Fighting Workshop

6000 Statesville Road,Charlotte NC 28269

11 September, 2021

Description

A two-hour workshop where you will learn a historically accurate sword fighting sequence using two-handed German Longswords. Do your favorite characters in books, video games, movies, or TV shows wield swords? Have you ever wanted to wield one yourself? Then this event is for you!! In this introductory 2-hour workshop you will learn the fundamentals of wielding a traditional long sword, taught by Historical European Martial Arts Instructors Eric Lowe and Jessica Blair as well as senior students from Swordwind Historical Swordsmanship. All gear will be provided! All you need to do is wear comfortable clothes that allow for a free range of movement (i.e.: gym/workout clothes, or loose-fitting jeans. So long as you can move easily and feel comfortable it's A-OK with us!). Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before the start of class to allow time for finding the meeting location and to get everybody settled in for the start of class. What will this workshop cover? We will start the class with a short warm-up followed by an introduction game. Then we will go over sword safety and how to hold and grip a sword properly before moving into learning a fun, flashy, historically accurate, and deadly (if we weren't wearing safety gear) sequence of sword moves. At the end of class you'll show off what you've learned by striking one of our instructors (which will also be a great opportunity for videos or photos). We will have breaks for water and stretching out sore muscles throughout the course. There will be time after class to discuss Historical Martial Arts and other questions you may have! We will be meeting at Nevin Park off of Statesville Road in North Charlotte. After entering the park from Statesville road take the first left and you'll see a large blue pavillion. We will be meeting under the pavillion. The pavillion does provide protection from sun and rain so this will be a rain or shine event! This event is open to EVERYONE! Men, women, masc, femme, LGBTQ+. Our shield wall was made for all. Children 12 and up are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. This event is for people of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. German longswords weigh 3 lbs. So long as you're fit enough to lift 3 lbs you're fit enough to begin sword training! For more information about Swordwind, our classes, our instructors and other events check out our website at: www.swordwind.org or follow us on Facebook!