The Three Ms of Excellence
February 19, 2019 No Comments
The idea of pursuing personal excellence is great, but functionally how do you do it? I put together this material for instructors that touches on three lenses used for targeting both correction and improvement in any technique.
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News & Updates
30 for 30 Swordplay Challenge 2019!
December 31, 2018
On January 2nd, join hundreds of martial arts practitioners from around the world in a swordplay and European martial arts training challenge!
Vancouver International Swordplay Symposium 2019
December 3, 2018
Registration is open! The event, which takes place from April 5-7, is a conference focused around intensive three-day programs with an aim to help people along the path of mastery in the many disciplines of Historical European Martial Arts.
Basic Courses
September 17, 2018
Basic courses contain high quality, individual step-by-step topic videos. Track your progress as you make your way through the course, and pick up where you left off last time you visited the site.
Featured
Why Fight Light? Using Less Gear When Sparring
May 22, 2018
A bulk of medieval and renaissance fighting manuals depict swordplay in shirts, jerkins, or gambesons, generally with light gloves, with both two handed and one handed weapons. These are often presented alongside depictions of combat in full armour.
The 5 Minutes Per Day Practice Regimen
March 19, 2018
Rhythm is the most important thing to cultivate on the path to mastery. Whether you leverage our online course or simply get started with your own practice ritual, start making those little steps. Five minutes of real practice time honours your commitment more than hours of good intentions.
Capitol Clash Event Report 2019
February 11, 2019
Myself and three members of the Academie Duello crew visited the February 8-10 Capitol Clash in Washington, DC. I had the pleasure of being part of the reffing staff, a workshop instructor, and at the last minute a participant in the combined Longsword, Sidesword, and Rapier team tournament.
Is There a Link Between Ballet and Fencing?
January 28, 2019
I have long heard that ballet has its origins in historical fencing. It’s a romantic idea and as someone who both teaches martial arts and dance (though not ballet) I certainly find tons of parallels in how they are both taught and practiced.
The Skills of Excellence
January 21, 2019
Excellence is the evidence of diligent, attentive, and purposeful practice.
What is a Modern HEMA Master?
January 15, 2019
I have an earnest desire to help create and foster masters of our art. My interest is less on the identity of master but on the job of master.
The Mountain and the Bliss of Ignorance
January 8, 2019
Some are blessed and cursed with the insight to see the full mountain, while realizing they are legitimately at the bottom of it.
30 for 30 Swordplay Challenge 2019!
December 31, 2018
On January 2nd, join hundreds of martial arts practitioners from around the world in a swordplay and European martial arts training challenge!
Everyday Practice and Everyday Martial Arts
December 24, 2018
Finding time enough in our busy lives for quality martial arts practice can be difficult. One thing that has helped me is recognizing there are many moments in life where I can give a little attention to my martial arts, and that giving many small moments to martial arts can be very impactful as a whole.
Bust Boredom to Achieve Mastery
December 17, 2018
Repetition training is, well, repetitive. And repetitiveness can be quite challenging to manage for our easily distracted minds. Boredom is one of the biggest enemies of effective training.
The Importance of Sleep for Martial Artists
December 10, 2018
We all lead busy lives, there are limited times to catch up with friends or spend time with family, and there are tons of distractions that can occupy you into the wee hours if you let them. Perhaps if general life needs won’t motivate you, consider how your lack of sleep might be affecting your training.
Vancouver International Swordplay Symposium 2019
December 3, 2018
Registration is open! The event, which takes place from April 5-7, is a conference focused around intensive three-day programs with an aim to help people along the path of mastery in the many disciplines of Historical European Martial Arts.