Academia della Spada’s Salle Saint-George is a traditional school for classical fencing, historical fencing and the science of self-defense.The school offers weekly classes in French foil, military sabre, cane/stick fencing, dagger and a variety of historical European weapons.
Longsword
Instructor: Cecil Longino Wednesdays from 8:00 to 9:00pm The longsword was used in both warfare and in duels prior to the 1600’s and was retained for a considerable time after in some fencing schools as an important teaching tool. The longsword is a versatile weapon and can ...
Military Sabre
Instructor: Andrew Telesca Thursdays from 8:00pm to 9:00pm The sabre was studied and worn by officers in most Western militaries during the 18th and 19th centuries. It was a symbol of rank and status as well as a valuable tool in combat. During this time period numerous ...
Cane/Stick Fencing
Instructor: Cecil Longino Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00pm The method of stick fencing taught at Salle Saint-George was created by Maestro Acosta-Martinez to build a student's understanding and physical application of fencing principles: proper form, distance, timing, angulation and self-control. This method serves as an excellent foundation ...
Spanish Rapier
Instructor: Cecil Longino Fridays from 7:00 to 8:00pm The ‘rapier’, an English term adopted for a popular Continental European sword of the High Renaissance, was considered to be an essential part of a Gentleman’s attire. Not only did it aid in his defense, but it was also ...
Youth French Foil
Instructor: Cecil Longino Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00pm This class focuses on the traditional school of French foil. The French foil serves as an excellent tool for developing good form, proper judgment, strength, agility, grace of carriage, fine etiquette and respect for oneself as well as others. Browse ...
French Smallsword
Instructor: Cecil Longino Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30pm While the French smallsword shares some similarities with its cousin the Italian rapier, it is the very weapon itself that facilitated the rise of French theory and practice. Similar to foil this class has a strong focus on correct ...
Adult's French Foil
Instructor: Cecil Longino - Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00pm - Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:30pm The precision of the French school of foil serves in developing good form, proper judgment, graceful movements, self-control and fine etiquette; all important qualities that build a strong and necessary foundation for the study ...
Italian Rapier
Instructor: Cecil Longino Fridays from 8:00pm to 9:00pm The 'rapier', an English term adopted for a popular Continental European sword of the High Renaissance, was considered to be an essential part of a Gentleman's attire. Not only did it aid in his defense, but it was also ...We invite you to join us in the study of traditional European fencing arts and the science of self-defense. Potential students are encouraged to contact us and arrange a time to participate in one of our available classes (call: 206–849-9414, or use our Contact Form).
