Nathan McBride
Zane McBride
Nathan, Zane
Nathan McBride
Eric Kuhta
Nathan, Eric
Nathan McBride
Eric Kuhta
Intermediate Class: Take your Longsword game to a new level. Must have attended a Beginner Longsword class or have equivalent experience with another club or organization. Requires basic knowledge of longsword footwork and cuts.
Students are expected to have a familiarity, but not necessarily mastery, of the basic attacks and postures of the German/KDF system.
Expanding on the basics covered in the Beginner Longsword class, we will begin examining the deeper tactical framework of the German Longsword system and exploring further applications of the techniques learned in the beginner course. This course will focus on assessing an opponent's starting position and gaining control of an exchange through the lens of Joachim Meyer's "Provoker" and "Taker" concepts. This class will also focus on how the KDF system ends an exchange through the lens of Meyer's "Hitter" actions, as well as how to retreat safely from an exchange to prevent after blows from landing.
Nathan McBride
Zane McBride
Nathan, Zane
Book
Nathan McBride
Zane McBride
Beginner Class: Learn the Basics of Longsword. This course covers the basic footwork and cuts of the art of longsword. It covers technique, and includes practice to master the basic techniques. This course will prepare you for further learning in Intermediate courses. Is a required course to be able to join intermediate Longsword classes if you have no prior Longsword experience. Available to ages 16+
Nathan McBride
Zane McBride
Nathan, Zane
Book
Nathan McBride
Zane McBride
Ages: 14–18
When: Saturdays (Time TBA)
Where: Ilahee Elementary School
Description:
Train like a knight. Think like a leader.
This high-energy class introduces teens to the art of historical European longsword fencing—blending real martial techniques with modern physical training.
Designed specifically for ages 14–18, this program builds confidence, coordination, and focus through disciplined instruction in longsword combat, footwork, and sparring. Students will explore medieval martial arts in a safe, supportive environment that values respect, growth, and community.
No previous experience is needed—just a readiness to move, learn, and level up.
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