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Next Event:
9th Annual ISMAC
July 31 - August 3, 2008 in Detroit, Michigan
Sponsored by Detroit Metro Airport Westin Hotel
Tactical Training for Longsword
INSTRUCTORS: M. Sean Hayes

ROOM: TBA
DESCRIPTION:
 
The most overlooked part of a good training program is the development and use of tactical training models.  The tactical drill is the bridge between the technical drill (the “how to”) and the fight itself.  Tactical drills teach the “when to” portion of the fight by emphasizing the possibility of more than one outcome to an intended action.  We will examine the fundamental requirements of employing tactical fighting skills to develop tactical training models.  Using student input of specific techniques and situations in combination with this model, we will develop tactical drills and work through the permutations of the resulting tactical drill.  I will also have some pre-arranged example drills for demonstration purposes.  We will focus on safety in the drill, and employ light drills requiring minimal protection.  Students who have sparring kit *and* who are approved by the instructor may engage in more advanced drills using shinai-based simulators.
Equipment:
For light tactical drills: Fencing Mask; Gloves; Steel, Aluminum or Wood Longsword
For advanced tactical drills: sparring kit of Helm, Gambeson, Joint Protection required
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