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Learn basic sword fencing for beginners including sword fencing gear, moves and techniques, sword fencing competitions and more in these free online video lessons.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Learn how to use a fencing foil in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn how to use a fencing epee in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn how to use a fencing sabre, or saber in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn what to look for when buying a fencing mask in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about fencing equipment and what it is used for in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about electric clothing in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about the scoring apparatus in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about fencing foil techniques in this free online video lesson for beginners.
Learn about footwork and balance in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about advance and retreat footwork in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about sword work in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about small sword plays in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about heavy weapons vaulting in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn about vaulting and linear footwork in fencing in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Learn how a fencing fight scene should erupt and how to choreograph a sword fight in this free online beginner swordplay video.
Fencing, or the art of armed combat involving strikes such as cutting and stabbing, is known as the art of swordsmanship. It has developed into a competitive sport and is an official Olympic sport. Protective fencing gear consists of masks, gloves, breeches and plastron. Typically made of tough cotton and nylon and Kevlar, the full-body padding is very protective and cannot usually be punctured. This form of competitive swordsmanship has been in practice for centuries. Today, thanks to modern technology, the fencers wear electronic wires for scoring hits or strikes.
There are different types of swords used in fencing including and Epee, a Foil, and a Saber. In this series of video clips, you’ll learn more about these different weapons. An important component of fencing is the footwork and balance. Get informative tips on the choreography of a sword fight from our expert. Learn more about the modern scoring apparatus and other fencing equipment. If you are a novice fencer, you can get more advanced tips and ideas for fencing foil techniques and vaulting and linear footwork.
Tim Weske Minnesota-born Tim Weske has worked 20 plus years as Hollywood's Premier Sword Choreographer. Weske has trained thousands of actors including Sir Ben Kingsley, Sandra Bullock and Natalie Portman. He has choreographed hundreds of sword fights and fencing sequences for the film and television industry, and coordinated combat for the stage. For 15 years Tim has owned and operated “Swordplay”, his private training facility in Burbank, California, and its newest location in Reseda, Ca, Weske has consistently worked as a Hollywood Swordmaster. www.swordplayla.comdkdk
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