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At the Appalachian Sword Club, we focus on two main systems:
German Sword and Buckler & Italian Longsword
Our classes rotate weekly between these systems, focusing on different aspects of the art to ensure a well-rounded training experience. Each session begins with drills, transitions to technique-focused instruction, and ends with supervised sparring for those ready to apply what they’ve learned.
German Sword and Buckler(I.33 Manuscript): The I.33 manuscript is the oldest surviving European fighting manual, dating back to the early 14th century. It provides detailed techniques for using a single-handed sword with a buckler (a small shield) and is a cornerstone of HEMA studies.
Italian Longsword (Fiore dei Liberi): Fiore dei Liberi was a 14th-century Italian fencing master whose works are among the most influential in HEMA. His manuals cover longsword, dagger, grappling, and mounted combat techniques, emphasizing efficiency and adaptability in combat.
Practices are held every Sunday at 2:00 PM (weather permitting) at Jack Benson Heritage Park 1428 Jenkins Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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