Last week was Our 50thposting of Sword Press – which under other circumstances might qualify this One for some sort of modest ‘atta-boy’ award involving beer and an affectionate but manly pat-on-the-head. However as I’ve learned to my sorrow, my iron-fisted, steel-hearted, way-too-fast-to-hit, workaholic Master insists that it’s all part of ‘business normal’ in getting…
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Now Taking Requests!
Devon's asked me to put together some videos and posts for drills and exercises that we can all use as references and inspiration. I've got an idea of where I'm going to start (see my WIP wmawiki glossary, or the post on my Terminal City Duellist blog), but I'm interested in where you want it…
Guest Workshop with Luis Preto Next Weekend!
"par·ry [par-ee] verb, par·ried, par·ry·ing, noun, plural par·ries. verb (used with object) 1. to ward off (a thrust, stroke, weapon, etc.), as in fencing; avert. 2. to turn aside; evade or dodge: to parry an embarrassing question. verb (used without object) 3. to parry a thrust, blow, etc." -dictionary.com Parrying Workshop with Luis Preto Saturday, July 21, 2012…
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Bartitsu Fight Night
Tonight's sparring is Bartitsu focused. We'll be boxing, wrestling and cane-fighting in the museum area while the main floor will still be open for general sparring with any weapon you prefer. You don't need any experience, but it will also not be a lesson. Challenge whomever you want, and shake on the rules you agree…
Elusive Sword Press
We seek him here, we seek him there,Those Frenchies seek him everywhere. Is he in heaven?—Is he in hell? That demmed, elusive Pimpernel. Orczy, Baroness Emmuska. The Scarlet Pimpernel. Tis slim pickings this week – even the Russians and Ukrainians seem to be quiet. It must be the heat. You’ll forgive Us if We…
July Camps and Parrying With Luis Preto!
Swordfit Bootcamp! Begins Monday, July 9th, 2012 7:00am-8:00am and runs Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays for the month of July. In one packed hour, get all the benefits of interval training, functional fitness and swordplay and start your day off right! For more info and registration, go here! Knight Camp! An unforgettable week of fun…
@VancouverSun covers Academie Duello's Fitness Programs
Vancouver Sun columnist Tom Hill wrote an article about Academie Duello's fitness programs that appeared on their website yesterday (Thursday). It gives a good summary of some of the health benefits you can reap through swordplay and captures the excitement of the art. Check it out on their website here! If you're interested in getting…
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Pacific Sword Press
Today’s (very late) offering is dominated by the Pacific – not exactly the first place that comes to mind if you’re challenged to name the top-three hotbeds of WMA-HEMA activity. However, if you live or work along the Pacific coast or serve anywhere atop it… chances are that you’re going to be involved with a…
Multi-Format Tournament 2012 Report
On June 23rd and 24th, a number of Academie Duello students and a few out-of-town friends joined together in some friendly competition at the annual Multi-Format Tournament. This year we had four different categories to compete in, over two days: Saturday we held longsword and sidesword tournaments, and on Sunday we ran beginner and open…
July Is Upon Us!
SwordFit Bootcamp at Academie Duello! Step into the middle ages for an adventurous and exciting training program unlike anything you have done before. Our program is designed to help you burn fat, build muscle and learn swordplay along the way! At Academie Duello, we believe that the journey to physical fitness should be…
Canada Day weekend hours
Academie Duello will be closed on Monday 2 July during the day for (post) Canada Day. The store and studio will be closed until 5 pm. Day time classes are cancelled. All classes from 5 pm on are happening. Enjoy your weekend and we hope to see you out for the Canada Day parade! Comment…
Academie Duello wants YOU to march in the Canada Day Parade with us
Calling all western martial artists and friends of Duello! If you're a student, member, former student, or sword fighting friend of Academie Duello we want you to join us in the Canada Day Parade on July 1st!We'll supply anything you need! Help us reach our goal of 100 paraders this year! Sword fighters, archers, bartitsu…
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Tournament time (again)!
We take a brief break this week from our view of the riding curriculum to make note of important upcoming dates. Mark Your Calendars! After last weekend's successful multi-format tournament and hot on the heels of the upcoming Cascadia North Accolade Tournament we have our annual Mounted Combat Tournament Sunday 26 August, 10am - 4pmRed…
Guest Instructor Luis Preto: so good we're posting about it again!
... but this time we'll tell you when it is! Saturday 21 July, 3 pm - 7 pm Academie Duello is proud to host a longsword workshop not-to-be-missed with guest instructor Luis Preto from Preto Martial Arts! The seminar will be focused on the art of distance management and cover as it appears…
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Scottish Dominated Sword Press
The Clans are restive of late … time to back up (slowly) into the Tower and break out the long bows … this could be messy!While Scottish-related WMA/HEMA are not widely studied here in North America, methinks nobody can argue with the place blades have in Scottish culture and history. Swords and the Law…
[Gallery] Longsword Tournament
A collection of shots from the longsword tournaments that took place this past Saturday as part of our Multi-Format tournament day. Thanks to photographer Kevin Ricks for taking these and passing them along to us.
Fresh Beginner's Courses!
"The beginning is the most important part of the work." - Plato Intro to the Knightly Arts Saturday, June 30, 2012 3:00pm-7:00pm Over the course of four hours you will learn the fundamentals of Armizare; a martial system first taught by Italian Knight Fiore dei Liberi in the 14th century. You will build confidence in unarmed combat, longsword,…
Multi-Format Tournament Day Announcement: After-Party at Yagger's on Saturday June 23rd!
Greetings, Duelists! I bet everyone is getting pretty excited for the Multi-Format Tournament coming up this Saturday, June 23rd - Sunday June 24th. I know I'm going to be there--I love watching a good longsword tournament, and I've seen relatively little sidesword sparring at full-speed, so this weekend's starting to look like quite a treat.…