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CLASSICAL ITALIAN FOIL

ROOM:O.C. 232

INSTRUCTOR:Maestro Sean Hayes

This class will emphasize the technical and theoretical basics required for classical Italian swordsmanship; these basics are applicable to rapier studies as well.  We will use the foil not as a tool in a game, but as a serious training weapon for the practice of the dueling sword.  Emphasis will be placed on opposition, actions on the blade, counterattacks, and actions in time, rather than on the more common parry-riposte techniques; and we will discuss tactical applications of the various techniques.

This is a hands-on, practical application class, and students will get a solid workout.  Bring mask, jacket, gloves, foil (Italian grip preferred), water bottle and sweat towel.

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