The 19^th century saw a use of diverse weapons all using fencing theory as their foundation. This class will focus on the stick. This system is not la canne or a system of “cane self-defense” but rather “fencing with a stick”.   Several 19^th century masters taught a system of fencing with sticks as a way to understand the methods of saber fencing. Although this will be an introduction, by the end of the class all students will be fencing.

Students must come prepared with jackets, masks, groin protectors for men, breast protection for women and gloves for both hands.  Acceptable sticks are La Canne and rattan sticks of approximately 36 inches in length and ½ inch in thickness.