DESCRIPTION:
The walking axe commonly carried by the early highlanders of
the Carpathian mountains. This weapon is know by several
different names…..The Rusyns call it a sokyra, the Slovaks a
valaska, the Poles a ciupaga, the Hutculs a topirecs and
Hungarians a fokos.
This class will be a basic introduction to the art of using
this unique weapon plus a study in movement that will easily
transfered to other combat arts. Come learn the weapon of
the Carpathian Robin Hood type of bandit known as Oprishki.
I will have a few loaner axes on hand but if you are able to
bring a simulator that would be a great help. A three foot
long stick with a small foam or leather axe head will work
fine. Along with the loaners I will have a few leather axe
heads that can be taped to your sticks if needed. |
