| Classes in 17th Century Italian Rapier. Taught by Erik Schmitt. In our classes, students will learn the history and techniques of the 17th Century Italian Rapier. Through providing instruction and equipment, we aim to make historical swordsmanship available and accessible to interested students of all levels and backgrounds. Our practice is based on techniques laid out in surviving period manuals and we strive to be historically accurate in our techniques. At the same time our classes make some adaptations to permit safer free-sparring and make classes accessible to the modern recreational student. (For example: less extreme stances which are less dangerous to joints). Our goal is to practice Rapier technique as a martial art rather than as a competitive sport or theatrical art. We aim to serve both the casual student looking for a fun and enjoyable activity and the serious historical Martial Artist looking for a strong foundation in historical Rapier practice. Classes are currently offered at: Brattleboro, Vt - Brattleboro School of Budo Putney, Vt - Landmark College Keene, NH - Keene State College Private Lessons are available at $25 an hour. Workshops, seminars and demonstrations are also available. Summer Camp Programs are also available. |
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fall classes will
be starting soon,
check the
schedule for
dates and times.
Fall classes will
be starting soon,
check the
schedule for
dates and times.
A photograph of a mid-class lesson, with an interesting view provided by the mirrors. Mark
Timney, the faculty sponsor of the Keene State College Historical Fencing Club, is on the
left, and Instructor Erik Schmitt is on the right.
Photo by Mike Fitzpatrick.
Timney, the faculty sponsor of the Keene State College Historical Fencing Club, is on the
left, and Instructor Erik Schmitt is on the right.
Photo by Mike Fitzpatrick.
