In preparation for the sash test on November 18, this month’s lessons will review previous lessons and focus on sparring which is necessary for the examination.

This Week in Bartitsu:

Ongoing Bartitsu class runs 8pm-10pm every Wednesday and 3pm-5pm every Saturday.

Introduction to Bartitsu (Green Sash): Pugilism fundamentals

All levels will work on:

  • Slow work for complete integration (kick-punch-takedown unarmed versus unarmed/knife/stick)
  • Boxing sparring, Cane sparring
  • Requests? Bring questions and suggestions!

Green Sash:
For ongoing students to prepare for their Blue Sash test, we will review:

  • Choppers
  • Blocking with the lead hand
  • Hook punches

Blue Sash:
On Wednesday and Saturday, Blue Sash students will continue their exploration of Bartitsu:

  • Pugilism lesson: Palm-up and turtle-shell blocks
  • Weapon review: Bowie knife

Get started with Victorian martial arts and modern gentleman’s self-defence: Your first step is an to sign up for our Introduction to Bartitsu course which begins the first week of each month. Contact Academie Duello at 604-568-9907 to sign up.

For more on our classes, visit the Lessons page. For reading outside of class, check out the Fight Like a Gentleman Blog.