Prise-de-Fer Basic Level Single Sword term Definition A preparation of attack made after a successful parry in which the partner’s blade is taken by a croisé, a bind or an [...]
Continue reading →A preparation of attack made after a successful parry in which the partner’s blade is taken by a croisé, a bind or an envelopment. A prise-de-fer can only be effective when the partner’s arm is extended with energy through to the tip.
French
prise: from the verb "Priser": "to take"
de: "of"
fer: "iron" (in this case, referring to the blade)
A Basic Single Sword term Definition From an en guard stance, the leading foot steps forward, followed by the trailing foot, (without crossing them) maintaining the same distance between the [...]
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Continue reading →Christian Feliciano (Advanced Actor Combatant) and Craig McDermott (Advanced Actor Combatant) performing a certification smallsword fight.
Continue reading →Fight Directors Canada and the Theatre Department at Capilano University present Vancouver Combat Workshop Certification 2012 June 24 – July 8 A 2 week intensive training program and certification course [...]
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