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The Academy of Historical Fencing |
The Academy of Historical Fencing has three clubs in the UK. The clubs include two in Bristol (Frenchay and Bradley Stoke) and one in Newport (Caerleon Campus). Visit the clubs page for more information. The club is run by a group of like minded martial artists looking to develop their skills and knowledge in a safe and relaxed environment whilst also sharing knowledge with like minded people. The club has over 50 members and instructors with a variety of skills, knowledge and expertise in different weapon forms, combat and research. We teach armed and unarmed combat in the English, German and Italian traditions. We use longswords, sword & buckler, side sword, rapier, dagger, messer, sword & shield , quarterstaff and broadsword combat. We train primarily with steel weapons and armour is always worn for sparring. The Benefits of Western Martial Arts training include: - Physical health and fitness
- Improved self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-discipline.
- Improved focus, attention, and impulse control
- Emotional well being, through the comraderie of working with fellow students on a common goal
Access to PDF manuals, uploaded photos/videos and community groups limited to registered members only. |
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