Our Purpose and Process
Purpose Process
The purpose of this academy is to foster a love of swordplay in its many forms - modern Olympic fencing, classical fencing, HEMA, and energy sword - in a fun environment that encourages all individuals. If you are a beginner - we will teach you. If you want to get ready for competitions - we will train you. If you want a fun hobby that includes physical movement and challenges you mentally, we will not pressure you to be anything else. Our purpose is to offer that ennobling feeling from when you first pretended a stick was more than a stick, but a rapier, longsword, cutlass, or lightsaber. Whether your inner child beckoned you to be a scallywag pirate, a knight of the realm, or space warrior, we are here to teach you the skills to allow those abilities in you!
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Our process is simple: we offer three-hour training blocks. The first hour is dedicated to drills and instruction on the footwork, offensive and defensive techniques for the style of swordplay being taught in a given cycle. The last two hours are meant for open sparring. While beginners may wish to focus on the weapon style of the cycle, as long as you and your partner are utilizing the same weapon, you may practice whatever you wish! We teach two classes a week, Thursdays 6 PM - 9 PM and Saturdays 10 AM - 1 PM. Thursdays and Saturdays will each have their own weapon for an eight-week cycle. If you are more experienced and wish to arrive for just the spar portion, you may. Academy dues do not fluctuate based on attendance.
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Organization
We are a committee run academy. Each member of the academy is welcome to participate in this organization at whatever level they desire, much like our tiers of competitiveness and recreation. We currently have a five-member board to oversee activity.
The entire Academy has a voice as to what events we would like to participate in and sword styles to focus on for our classes. We would love to have your voice at our meetings! |
Other Activities and Events We Enjoy
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Let's Start Learning Together!
Address: 8116 Park View Boulevard, La Vista, NE 68128
email: [email protected]
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