Alfieri 1640: The Sword & the Stance
We kick off our dive into Alfieri's "La Scherma" by looking at how he stands and breaks down the sword.
How to Transport Your Opponent from High to Low Lines in Italian Rapier
Dealing with an opponent with a really high guard? Try transports!
Rapier Voids For Left-Handed Fencers: 4 Examples
Here are four examples of rapier voids for left-handed fencers including the giratta and the passata sotto.
VIDEO: Know Your Enemy: Understanding the Nature & Art of Your Opponent
Not every tactic works against every type of opponent and the quicker we can analyze your opponent's Art (skill & techniques) and Nature (personality & tendencies), the more effective we'll be in combat.
Rapier Voids for Lefty vs. Righty
If you're a left-handed historical fencer, don't discount body voids. Here are sample rapier voids for lefty vs. righty.
Simple Rapier Drill to Do with Minimal Space & No Sword
If you're lacking room at home, try this tennis ball fencing lunge drill. Perfect for historical fencers focused on rapier & smallsword.
Making Rapier Drills Better, Episode 1: The Wall Stabbing Drill
Stabbing a wall is a popular new rapier fencer drill, but it can be more useful by shifting the focus onto practicing measure.
Rapier Strength Exercise: Slow Motion Lunge
How slow can you lunge? This rapier exercise will test your muscular endurance and control as you lunge in slow motion.
Rapier Strength Exercise: The Static Lunge
The Static Lunge aka the Isometric Hold Lunge is a great rapier strength building & muscular endurance exercise.
LOST IN TRANSLATION: How Translation Differences in Alfieri’s ‘La Scherma’ Impact Martial Interpretation
It's easy for ideas or actions in historical fencing manuals to get lost in translation - literally. Here's how two Alfieri translations presents very different plays.