This author is a master swordsman and writer specializing in medieval and Renaissance Italian swordsmanship. His work delves into the depth of this historical combat form, exploring its techniques and philosophy. Through writing and teaching, he brings this fascinating heritage to life, sharing his expertise with passion.
Unlock your sword-fighting potential with this comprehensive guide to the medieval Art of the longsword. Based on the historic manuscript Il Fior di Battaglia, it covers techniques, tactics, and footwork, making it suitable for beginners and experienced fencers alike. Access additional resources to enhance your learning journey.
The term "medieval martial arts" conjures images of armoured knights wielding sword, lance, and axe. While the image is correct, at the foundation of knightly combat was a sophisticated form of close quarter combat, centered on fighting with-and against-the dagger, a deadly weapon of both self-defense and last resort.In Mastering the Art of Arms, Volume One: The Medieval Dagger, Guy Windsor presents a complete guide to the principles and practice of Italian dagger combat, as set down in Il Fior di Battaglia a manuscript written in 1410. Readers are guided step-by-step through the process of mastering this six hundred year old art, from choosing a dagger to striking with it; from guard positions to steps and turns; from disarms to locks and takedowns; from safe falling practice to formal drills, and finally pressure testing their skills with sparring.Both a primer on the art and a methodology for on-going training, this book will give the complete novice a solid starting point, while providing useful drills and ideas for advanced martial artists. Those who study other traditional knife arts, and modern military combatives, will find many familiar techniques present in this ancient system.
A Guide for Historical Martial Artists, Sword People, and Everyone Else
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The secret behind all great artists is how they practice. The Windsor Method: The Principles of Solo Training is the self-help book for people who want to add years to their life and life to their years. In this refreshingly straight-forward and gentle guide, bestselling author and world-renowned historical swordsmanship instructor Dr. Guy Windsor lays out the fundamental principles behind personal development and excellence in any field. How? By establishing a solid foundation, and a step-by-step approach to mechanics and training. This is The Windsor Method: use it to guide your practice and elevate your skills.