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Post by kai on Apr 14, 2017 19:11:18 GMT
like many people, there are no hema clubs close to me (as far as i know) and since im only 16 so getting to far places is virtually impossible. since none of my friends show any interest in hema i need to find a way to practice the art as i feel that my solo practice is only drilling in bad habbits. i live in hertfordshire in the uk. how can i go about starting a club/study group to pursue the hobby which i love.
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Post by kai on Apr 15, 2017 10:09:24 GMT
also im interested in german longsword if that makes a difference
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saix1
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Post by saix1 on Apr 15, 2017 11:25:51 GMT
What country do you live in?
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Post by kai on Apr 15, 2017 11:46:58 GMT
What country do you live in? England
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Post by Cosmoline on Apr 16, 2017 2:14:42 GMT
Maybe my geography is off, but if you are in Hertfordshire, you should be within driving or mass transit distance of Matt Easton's Schola Gladiatoria, not to mention half a dozen other HEMA outfits in the London area. If that's too far, then I'd suggest saving up to go to a regional event like Schola's fight club. The key is to establish contacts and get some foundational training. That way you can keep in touch with folks who have been doing it longer and cross-check what you are doing. Getting to events is also really important to learn developments, as HEMA in all its branches is always in flux.
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Post by kai on Apr 16, 2017 12:28:44 GMT
Maybe my geography is off, but if you are in Hertfordshire, you should be within driving or mass transit distance of Matt Easton's Schola Gladiatoria, not to mention half a dozen other HEMA outfits in the London area. If that's too far, then I'd suggest saving up to go to a regional event like Schola's fight club. The key is to establish contacts and get some foundational training. That way you can keep in touch with folks who have been doing it longer and cross-check what you are doing. Getting to events is also really important to learn developments, as HEMA in all its branches is always in flux. Not really viable distance for weekly sessions. This is exadurated by the fact that i cannot drive and have to rely on family for transport. I think i should save up some money so i can get some 1 on 1 sessions with dave rawlings from london longsword. Thanks for the advice
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Post by Cosmoline on Apr 16, 2017 21:14:30 GMT
Well worth it! You have some first class talent very close. One of the best ways to find out if anyone is near you is to visit the classes and ask around. Any of those schools are likely to have free scholars who are able to teach students outside of the facility.
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Post by mcapanelli on Sept 2, 2017 14:19:04 GMT
Well, If I had to start a club from the ground up (hint, I've done it twice). 1- Get a well researched and simple to understand book on the subject. IN fact, get several. Start reading and studying so you understand the principles and basic techniques. 2- Get a sword! Or a sword like object if you can't afford one just yet. While people don't like it anymore, I'd get a wooden waster first. They're cheap, available, and can take the beating you'll be subject it to early on. 3- Make a pell! All you need is a fence post and some space. I use a hanging one, but you can build a stand as well. From mine, I cut the post at about 3 1/2 feet, screwed an eyelet at the top of the post, and hung it from the magnolia tree in my backyard. I like the hanging variety because you have to use footwork to keep yourself in proper striking range while its moving around. Here's some instructions on how to make a standing pell. www.forth-armoury.com/photo_gallery/Pell/pell.htm4- Start experimenting! Take that stuff you've been studying and start using it to hit that pell. Start slow and work on footwork and edge alignment. Body mechanics are paramount here as your body forms muscle memory. 5- Recruit some friends and start to experiment with the plays. Teach them what you've learned through research and experimentation so everybody's up to speed. Then like magic, (or like hard work and diligent practice, whatever) you have a study group.
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Post by kai on Sept 5, 2017 11:33:33 GMT
Well, If I had to start a club from the ground up (hint, I've done it twice). 1- Get a well researched and simple to understand book on the subject. IN fact, get several. Start reading and studying so you understand the principles and basic techniques. 2- Get a sword! Or a sword like object if you can't afford one just yet. While people don't like it anymore, I'd get a wooden waster first. They're cheap, available, and can take the beating you'll be subject it to early on. 3- Make a pell! All you need is a fence post and some space. I use a hanging one, but you can build a stand as well. From mine, I cut the post at about 3 1/2 feet, screwed an eyelet at the top of the post, and hung it from the magnolia tree in my backyard. I like the hanging variety because you have to use footwork to keep yourself in proper striking range while its moving around. Here's some instructions on how to make a standing pell. www.forth-armoury.com/photo_gallery/Pell/pell.htm4- Start experimenting! Take that stuff you've been studying and start using it to hit that pell. Start slow and work on footwork and edge alignment. Body mechanics are paramount here as your body forms muscle memory. 5- Recruit some friends and start to experiment with the plays. Teach them what you've learned through research and experimentation so everybody's up to speed. Then like magic, (or like hard work and diligent practice, whatever) you have a study group. thanks for the advice. i'll be sure to look into making a pell
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