Longsword
This style of swordplay was prevalent during the 15th C and 16th C.
The study will include the teachings of Liberi, Vadi, Tallhoffer and others.
as well as other masters.
Equipment
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Longsword or wooden waster in proper form.
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Padded fencing doublet in an Elizabethan or Early 17th C. style. Pants
of the same time period.
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Steel gorget and leather gauntlets.
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Steel elbow and knee cops.
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Forearm protection for the sword arm.
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Steel fencing helm (18 gauge).
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Leather boots or period style shoes.
For full contact longsword play you must have a kit as outlined by the
AEMMA.