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French Fencing Sources on Using the Unarmed Hand to Parry or Oppose an Incoming Blade

Posted on November 17, 2012 by Patrick

Early in western fencing’s history, the nonsword hand played an important role.  And, as usual, Italian masters led the way. Achille Marozzo’s 1536 Opera Nova instructed readers as to how to hold a sword and a buckler.  For a multitude … Continue reading →

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La Canne Italiana

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Patrick

At CCF, the advanced students have been studying la canne recently.  We have focused on la canne’s French origins, using established 19th century techniques.  However, lest anyone begin to doubt for a moment that the Italians would neglect an opportunity … Continue reading →

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Google Spotlights Fencing

Posted on July 30, 2012 by S

Since it is not often that the world’s spotlight is thrown on fencing, it is interesting to note that today’s Google Doodle highlights fencing. Today’s Olympic fencing events focus on women’s épée.  Elimination rounds take place through 9:30 AM. Central … Continue reading →

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Escrime Artistique and Classical French Fencing

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Patrick

I display no ability in French by explaining that escrime artistique can be translated as “artistic fencing.” If you’re not familiar with it, escrime artistique  is a theatrical sort of fencing, akin to stage fencing or stage combat.  Unlike the … Continue reading →

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The Value of Free Fencing

Posted on October 12, 2010 by rapierblade

Drills are important to learn new skills and to develop muscle memory and coordination. Drills also aid in developing timing, footwork, and distance. But, free fencing can aid in handling the random interactions of a bout. Just testing blogging.

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