The Rocks branch of Stoccata offers a deep dive into one weapon per term, concentrating on the British fencing systems with an emphasis on the highland broadsword and are led by Provost Michael ‘Grizzly’ Barton.
This year we will focus on the highland broadsword and how it is used with influences from sources such as Andrew Lonnergan, Donald McBane and Thomas Page as well as a term on fighting principles and how to use the axe.
Time is available in classes for freeplay and individual revision.
Time and Place
Classes are on Thursdays between 6:30pm and 8:30pm
Abraham Mott Hall
15A Argyle Place, Millers Pont NSW 2000
What You Need To Bring
If this is your first class, the only thing to bring is a pair of gloves (simple leather “riggers gloves” are fine). We can supply you with a practice weapon so you can participate.
All regular students will need to bring gloves and should source a helmet, and as soon as possible, their own practice weapon, which will be explained at the class.
Schedule
This year we will look at how to use the broadsword and will look at different techniques you can apply on how to use it! We will also be looking at broadsword and dagger, helping what you would have learned at the beginning of the year and adding off hand weapons to aid you in your fights.
Term 1
Thursday Jan 29th – April 2nd
Weapons taught: basket hilted broadsword
Term 2
Thursday April 23rd – July 2nd
Weapons taught: basket hilted broadsword
Term 3
Thursday July 23rd – Sept 24th
Weapons taught: broadsword and dagger
Sword Camp October long weekend
Term 4
Thursday Oct 15th – Dec 17th
Weapons taught: broadsword and dagger
Schedule of Fees
The first class we will ask a $30 deposit. This will be taken off of your overall fees in the term.
One Class (casual): $30
Full Term (one class): $240
Concession: $120
Grizzly Barton: Ph 0405 768 149
Email: info@stoccata.org
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