Classical and Historical Fencing
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Meet other people interested in the living tradition of Classical and Historical Fencing. It is the only Western Martial Art! Open to all levels and experiences. In New York, we are affiliated with the Martinez Academy of Arms. The Academy is a unique school that preserves the tradition of fencing as the study of the sword in its realistic application in personal combat. The structure of the school is based on that of the fencing academies of the past. Each student is taught on an individual basis and guided in developing a unique style suited to the individual. It is upon this foundation that an environment of formal training and scholarship have been carefully cultivated, supported by an ambiance of elegance and congeniality. Modern competitive sport fencing and theatrical fencing are not part of the curriculum. We do not engage in sport, choreography, historical reenactment, or fantasy play. We practice every weapon (with the exception of foil, which is not an actual weapon but an academic training tool) as though we were preparing for a serious encounter.
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Our next meeting:
June OPEN HOUSE - special joint event with the Italian Chat group
This is a monthly Open House event for the Martinez Academy of Arms in New York City. The Academy holds an Open House on the second Friday of every month.
For the June 13th Open House, the Martinez Academy of Arms will hold a special joint meet-up with the Italian Chat group. This Open House will focus on Italian Classical and Historical Fencing. Read more
- When?
- Friday, Jun 13, 2008, 7:00 PM 20080613T230000Z
- Where?
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(Already a member? Sign in) - RSVP limit
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Only 30 members (including guests) can RSVP 'Yes' for this meeting. There's still room for 8 more.
- Who?
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19 members have said Yes
3 members have said Maybe
Recent Meetings
Fri Apr 11, 7:00 PM |
15 attended (est.) –
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Fri Mar 14, 7:00 PM |
19 attended (est.) –
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What's New?
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"I've been studying French foil at Purchase College with Instructor Jared Kirby since the fall of 2007. I try to make it to the Academy whenever possible. I'm a New York City native but live at Purchase most of the year studying creative writing. "
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"I've always found fencing to be one of the most elegant sport."
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"I'm up to learn any kind of martial art, especially those with deep history. Sounds like a great opportunity. "
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"Welcome, Ana! You've come to the perfect place to have your fencing questions answered. See you at the Open House!"
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"Hello my name is Ana. I've always been interested in fencing although I never knew where to go to learn about such information. "
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"Alma, no worries, the Academy will provide swords and all necessary equipment at the open house. Welcome to the site! - Ben"
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"i want to learn how to fence!"
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"Hello...always have been interested in martial arts and meeting new people!"
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"Fencing is good."
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"my name is fox, i do things becasue i want to ."
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"In the words of one of my friends, I'm here because I like swords just a little too much. I've been studying at the Martinez Academy since 2001, and I guess you could say I'm hooked."
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"I began my study of fencing at the Martinez Academy about two months ago, and am in the process of developing an intimate relationship with Hans, the fencing dummy."
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"""Hi all. I was just at your school a week ago. LOL Welcome. I'm here to share my knowledge and abilities with you and practice all the things that I have done all my life and enjoy oh soo much. I look forward to meeting you." " "
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"Hi Farrah. In answer to your question, yes, at the open house, and during students' initial instruction, weapons and equipment are supplied by the academy. "
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