Theatrical Choreographed Combat with Alex Foster (Sword Circle)

Theatrical Choreographed Combat Class

Sword Circle offers a program teaching the real historical techniques of Medieval/Renaissance combat in a controlled theatrical setting, from proper footwork and body mechanics/movements to efficiency over speed and dramatic details that make a stand-out impression. This class will cover both quarterstaff & single-handed swords. Quarterstaff training will help students learn the importance of two-handed weapons in close-quarter combat (i.e. spear, polearm, bayonet, half-swording, etc.). The single-hand sword, the safest and most common sword used in theatrical productions, will incorporate the skills and knowledge of how to use any/all single-handed sword (i.e. rapier, saber, cutlass, arming sword, etc.) 

Things to bring:

- Close-fitting athletic wear appropriate for indoor exercise (please review STP’s dress code; no leggings or muscle tees), a water bottle, light and comfortable running shoes, and a notepad & pen

Instructor: Alex Foster, founder of Sword Circle