Test Cutting Guide
Test Cutting with sharp swords is both an important part of martial arts training and a extremely fun pastime. But as most (reasonable) people would expect any time you handle a weapon you need to give it the proper respect.
Mikko Makes An Even Better Stand
Mikko Lehto made a stand that is a million times better than my proof of concept. So let’s have a look at what he did.
Alternative Cutting Stand Design For Paper
An alternative design for a paper cutting stand, using single column.
Rolled Up Paper Tubes: The Other, Other, Tatami
In this article I’m going to detail a tatami alternative: newsprint targets wrapped around cardboard shipping tubes. What are the preparation methods, and how can we use it for feedback.
B-Tier Bracket Is Not The Answer
Having everyone in the same pools and then making A and B brackets is not a good solution to seal clubbing!
Test Cutting – FAQ, Myths, and Safety
Introduction to HEMA test cutting questions, myths, and (most importantly) safety.
Turning-In Your Cuts: Is It Inevitable?
Our modern training context encourages us to turn-in our cuts, without even being aware of it. What is turning-in, and why should you care?
F*ck The Finnish Chicken – A Case Study of CLA Games Implementation
Doing games based/CLA is more than just sitting back and watching. This is a case study of using training activities to try to achieve what direct instruction can’t.
How Do We Learn? – RAFA Directors Guide (Part 4)
The following is Part 4 of a directors guide written by Frank Zamary for the Royal Arts Fencing Academy HEMA tournaments. He has generously agreed… Read More »How Do We Learn? – RAFA Directors Guide (Part 4)
Practical Tips – RAFA Directors Guide (Part 3)
The following is Part 3 of a directors guide written by Frank Zamary for the Royal Arts Fencing Academy HEMA tournaments. He has generously agreed… Read More »Practical Tips – RAFA Directors Guide (Part 3)