"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, spear/quarterstaff, and sword and shield as you practice posture, movement, attack, defense, and fundamental strategy.
This is a hands on workshop ideal for adult beginners of all age levels and physical abilities. All the swordplay equipment required to participate is provided. At the end you will have the prerequisites required to continue your studies at Academie Duello in the Warrior Program or in our Longsword, Poleweapon, and Sword & Shield workshops.
Instructor: Greg Reimer
$60 (15% off for members)
July Beginner's Course Start Dates
Taste of the Renaissance begins Monday, July 2nd, 2012 at 7:00pm, Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012 at 5:00pm OR at 7:00pm and on Saturday, July 7th, 2012 at 11:30am.
Warrior Fundamentals begins Monday, July 2nd, 2012 at 6:30pm, Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012 at 6:30pm and on Saturday, July 7th, 2012 at 10:00am.
Swordfit: Bootcamp begins Monday, July 9th, 2012 at 7:00am.
If you have any questions or would like to register, please call us at 604-568-9907!
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Devon Boorman is the Co-Founder and Director of Academie Duello Centre for Swordplay, which has been active in Vancouver, Canada since 2004. Devon’s expertise centres on the Italian swordplay tradition including the arts of the Renaissance Italian rapier, sidesword, and longsword, as well as knife and unarmed techniques. Read more from Devon Boorman.