Historic sword fighting with the long- or “hand-and-a-half” sword according to the teachings of the medieval fencing master, Johannes Liechtenauer. The highly effective fighting techniques and principles of this art have been reconstructed from ancient documents and are now available for everyone. A valuable treasure trove for everyone interested in historic sword fighting techniques Contents - Overview of historical background/theory - General basics of historic sword fighting - Footwork - “Huten” or basic positions - Basic strokes with the longsword - The five “master strokes” for the longsword - Advanced techniques - Drills and exercises Instructors Alexander Kiermayer - Historic sword fighting teacher - Long-term teaching experience in various Asian martial arts - Licensed trainer - Police behavioural trainer. Hans Heim - Historic sword fighting teacher - Chairman of the “Ochs – Historische Kampfkünste” Association. - Long-term experience in martial arts from the Philippinesweiterlesen