A form for learning about the construction of all manner of weapons and other equipment for SCA martial arts, and the art of improving their appearance, as well as their functionality.
Classes Currently Planned
Beginning Armor - Master Achbar ibn Ali [2:00p]
Chinstrap Attachment - Sir Fearghus MacAirt [1:00p]
This class will cover the method I learned form Duke Mark De Arendail of the West.
It is a 4 point internal system that i have found to work extraordinary well and i have installed on many helms over the years.
We will not be drilling or attaching chin straps in the class. It is an overview and layout class. If this is something you are interested in please contact me and we can get more details of your helm and determine if it will work.
Fight Smart, Not Hard - Baron Jonathan Blackbow [10:00a]
How to survive on the heavy field throughout an entire war without having to bail out after the first 20 minutes. Armor not required but the more people actually in armor, the more actual fighting will occur (weather permitting.)
Fighting Discussion Forum - Sir Fearghus MacAirt [10:00p]
Getting Your First Sword Ready for Fighting - Lord Likerion Volkovich [10:00a]
Just getting interested in armored combat and wondering how the get a sword prepped and ready to go. I will be happy to help show you how it is done so bring your rattan and basket hilt, or anything else you want to use for quillions. Also you will need strapping tape and duct tape for your sword. I will have some of these supplies but bring what you have. Also I will show how I make my thrusting tips in case you want to make on of your own.
How to be a Tactical Threat on the Melee Field - Baron Jonathan Blackbow [11:00a]
Discussion and diagrams on how to be a threat on the heavy melee field regardless of skill level. Specifics will include how to charge, when to charge, how to take a charge regardless of size, how to flank, when to flank, how to rally, when to rally, how to protect your spears, when to protect your spears, how to be effective in a line, how to be effective on a bridge, how to be effective in the open field, and any other specific questions anybody may have. Armor not required but the more people actually in armor, the more actual fighting will occur (weather permitting.)
Open Melee / Spear 101 - Baron Jonathan Blackbow [1:00p]
Class format will be by student request. IE, if there's something you just don't understand about melee, this is your chance to ask. Armor not required but the more people actually in armor, the more actual fighting will occur (weather permitting.)
Siege, Archery, and Melee 101 - Baron Jonathan Blackbow [2:00p]
Best use of combat archery / siege in heavy melee situations. Armor not required but the more people actually in armor, the more actual fighting will occur (weather permitting.)
Split Rattan Pole Arms - Lord Likerion Volkovich [11:00a]
Have you ever looked at your simple pole arm and felt it was just to plain looking. Well come by and learn how to make a split rattan slashing boar spear and spice up that pole arm.
Town Battle Tactics / Strategy / Logistics - Baron Jonathan Blackbow [3:00p]
Class will be taught according to participants, ie, siege / combat archery will be incorporated as much as possible. Armor not required but the more people actually in armor, the more actual fighting will occur (weather permitting.)
Rapier Equipment: A Resource for Finding Good Equipment at a Good Price - Baron Elphin ap Daffyd - ** CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS **A discussion on potential sources for rapier gear including what to look for when checking gear for use on the rapier field. The handout will include useful websites
Fight Books: An Introduction to the European Fighting Manuals of the 13th to 16th Centuries - Baron Elphin ap Daffyd - ** CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS **This class will provide a brief overview of some of the manuals published in Europe for the time period in question with some discussion of the fighting styles they illustrate.
Tabard Drafting 101 - Lady Vani Bhediya [1:00p - all afternoon]
Are you tired of not being recognized on the fighting field? Looking for a way to cover your armor without ripping your nice tunic? Come learn how to make a basic tabard, from body measurements to sewing. An example project will be provided for shared hands-on practice.
(2 hours)
There is still room for more classes, so If you are interested in teaching, please email the Event Steward, Hagar the Black (hagartheblack-at-gmail.com)