Fight Sunday: Sword & Buckler
su 30.11.
|Aleksanterin teatteri
In this workshop, you will explore the fundamentals of sword and buckler combat, focusing on precise footwork, offensive and defensive techniques, and the strategic use of the shield to create dynamic and visually striking fight scenes.
Time & Location
30.11.2025 klo 11.00 – 17.00
Aleksanterin teatteri, Bulevardi 23-27, 00180 Helsinki, Finland
About the Event
This month’s theme is Sword & Buckler — a classic and versatile fencing style that combines the elegance of swordsmanship with the tactical use of a small shield.
In this workshop, you will explore the fundamentals of sword and buckler combat, focusing on precise footwork, offensive and defensive techniques, and the strategic use of the shield to create dynamic and visually striking fight scenes. Whether you’re interested in historical fencing or cinematic combat choreography, this session will sharpen your skills and deepen your understanding of this historically rich fighting style. Fight Sundays are open level workshops dedicated to various themes related to the art of stage and screen fight. Every Fight Sunday offers a great opportunity to introduce yourself to the field, learn new skills, or practice the techniques you are already familiar with.
Teacher: Oula Kitti
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Cost & Payment:
22€ for members of Dramatic Combat Finland and/or Nordic Stage Fight Society and 27€ for non-members.
Pay prior to the workshop to FI82 6601 0001 0767 36 / Dramatic Combat Finland ry. Reference number: 202536.
What to have with you:
comfortable clothes
shoes that don't leave any marks on the floor
gloves to work with weapons (any gloves will do!)
water bottle
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