This course offers an in-depth introduction to Bolognese fencing, focusing specifically on one-handed sword techniques as presented in Giovanni dall'Agocchie’s *Varying Guards* (1572). Through a series of carefully selected plays, students will explore the foundational principles of Bolognese swordsmanship, gaining a clear understanding of its core techniques, tactics, and applications.

A complete course in the Dagger combat from Fiore de' Liberi's Il Fior di Battaglia

Get a complete grounding in Liechtenauer's longsword system, with Jessica Finley

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Full Membership of Swordschool Online: all our courses, to take at your own pace.

Get strong, fast, and accurate, even without a partner

from Royal Armouries MS I.33

plus Medieval Dagger and Footwork Courses

Learn basic actions to advanced rapier and dagger actions in the style of Capoferro.

Get started training rapier fencing with this free beginner's class!

a gentle introduction to Fiore's Longsword

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