Sword and Shield Training 101

Basic sword an shield techniques demonstrated.

This video consolidates topics discussed in prior videos I have posted. The video quality is also improved. The old training videos will soon be removed from You Tube.---------------------------------------------------------------------------­----------------------------------------------------------------
The purpose of this video is to provide some insight for non-SCA people on the basics of sword and shield fighting. Here on You Tube viewers often see people doing SCA fighting but the action is too fast for them to really get an idea of what is going on. In this video I discuss some basic attack and defense with sword and shield. This is not intended as a training tool but rather as general information for non-SCA fighters. If you are interested in learning to fight in this style you should attend an SCA practice in your area. You can find a local group at www.SCA.org The SCA is a non-for-profit organization. Training is usually free. Some locations ask for a $5 donation if they are renting a practice-site. Loaner equipment is often available for beginners.

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• sword
• shield
• 101
• basic
• training
• sca
• medieval
• fighting
• heater
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• balance
• power
• generation

[HotaruZoku]

I didn't know what to expect, and I'm impressed. That was ten informative minuets, no doubt.

Thank you sir. You are to the point, without being brusque. Count me in for any other pieces like this.

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[tsafa1]

@HotaruZoku Thanks for the feedback. I am glad that the video was useful to you.

[tsafa1]

It is definitively the technique. The wrap is just a continuation of the onside shot. Watch the video again. The wrap is not a shot you force, it more of a whipping action or a rock spinning on a string. If you can spin a rock on a string without any pain, you can do a wrap without any pain.

[wolfdragga]

I just began heavy fighting in my SCA, are they're any exercises I can do to get my neck strong enough so the helm isn't pushing down so hard on my it?

[tsafa1]

@wolfdragga First, make sure your helm fits you right and is padded correctly. One of the knights at your practice can help you with that.

You can do wrestlers neck bridges to strengthen you neck. You can also put a towel around your head and apply resistance with your arms. You can also buy a neck harness that you attach weights to and do exercises. It fits like a hat and has a chain attached where you hang weights. My gym has aa 4-way neck machine so I can train my neck.

[wolfdragga]

@tsafa1 thanks for the advice, got the helm fitted properly now just have build up strength someway to generate more power in my strikes.

[tsafa1]

@wolfdragga Power is just a mater of getting your hips into the shot and driving with your legs. Watch a baseball play swing a bat and you will see all the power of the swing comes from the legs.

[KnightlyNerd]

Every time I perform a wrap shot (or any blow with the short edge), I get a pain in my elbow. Is this natural, or am I performing the technique wrong?

[elgostine]

i can vouch that those techniquesbecome difficult/ painfulif your sword has a tea cozy style pommel.

[tsafa1]

@Biggarou Glad I could help.