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The Beginner's Guide to the Long Sword - by Steaphen Fick (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • The basic movements and concepts of the European long sword are strategically covered in this comprehensive guide.
  • About the Author: Steaphen Fick is the founder of Davenriche European Martial Artes School as well as the International Medieval Tournament Association.
  • 175 Pages
  • Sports + Recreation, Martial Arts & Self-Defense

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The basic movements and concepts of the European long sword are strategically covered in this comprehensive guide. Detailed photo sequences and illustrations that clearly depict stance and movements pair with engaging prose that perspicuously explicates the origins of long sword tactics. This complete look into the basics of long sword fighting is designed for sword fighting fans as well as long time practitioners and features instruction on balance, maintaining guard, proper grip, cuts, wards, stance, tempo, footwork, parries, and basic offense and defense.



About the Author



Steaphen Fick is the founder of Davenriche European Martial Artes School as well as the International Medieval Tournament Association. He is an internationally ranked provost and two-time rapier winner at the International Sword and Martial Arts Convention. He lives in Santa Clara, California.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.7 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)
Weight: .5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 175
Genre: Sports + Recreation
Sub-Genre: Martial Arts & Self-Defense
Publisher: Black Belt Books
Format: Paperback
Author: Steaphen Fick
Language: English
Street Date: May 1, 2009
TCIN: 1003740114
UPC: 9780897501781
Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-5817
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.6 inches length x 5.9 inches width x 8.7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.5 pounds
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Q: Who is the author of this guide?

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  • A: The author is Steaphen Fick, founder of Davenriche European Martial Artes School and an internationally ranked expert.

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  • A: The book is designed for both sword fighting fans and long-time practitioners, suitable for ages 22 and up.

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Q: What concepts are covered in the guide?

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  • A: The guide covers basic movements, balance, stance, tempo, footwork, and defensive techniques of European long sword fighting.

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