Author Archives: S

Classical Fencing Handbook Online

Posted on September 14, 2013 by S

CCF has published Patrick’s Montreal Fencing Handbook to the new documents section of our blog. This 80-page document provides an excellent introduction to classical French fencing as practiced at CCF. When a beginner needs a clarification of a curricular issue, … Continue reading →

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No Fencing Saturday September 14, 2013

Posted on September 8, 2013 by S

Due to many CCF club members attending the Sentiment Du Fer event hosted by our neighboring salle, Baited Blade, fencing is cancelled for Saturday September 14, 2013. Patrick will attempt to schedule a makeup class in the future.

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Historic Duels

Posted on September 7, 2013 by S

Given our recent examination of the dueling sword, I thought a look at some video footage of historic duels would be of interest. If you are not familiar with the videos republished by YouTube user schlager7, they demonstrate interesting and … Continue reading →

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No Fencing Thursday, July 4th

Posted on July 2, 2013 by S

There will be no fencing this Thursday, July 4th. Classes will resume, and dues will be collected, on Saturday, July 6th. Happy Fourth of July, everyone!

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Latest News June, 2013

Posted on June 25, 2013 by S

Recent & upcoming events have brought variety to the CCF salle.  In May, Patrick presented at the Quebec Historical Martial Arts Seminar (Recontre des Arts Martiaux Historiques du Québec) where he shared classical French foil techniques with a largely historic … Continue reading →

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