The 7th Annual
International Swordfighting and Martial Arts Convention
Hosted by
Art of Combat inc., NDDS & Lansing Community College

August 3 - 6, 2006

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Wrestling in the Western Martial Arts

ROOM: GVT Gymnasium

INSTRUCTOR: Ken Pfrenger

DESCRIPTION:

In this class we will explore some basic theories about wrestling and look at some examples from various western sources, from modern sport wrestling and sambo to techniques shown by Talhoffer.

Expect to hit the ground a lot during this class - nothing too high impact, but we will be wrestling and it definitely comes with the territory.

No prior knowledge is required since we will be working at building a solid base to build off of.

There are no equipment requirements for the class. But since we will be wrestling, some may find knee and elbow pads to be a big help to preventing mat burns. Rash guards or even just a long sleeved shirt and sweat pants should alleviate most of the burns, though.