This class will walk the student through basic fencing principles used with the longsword, then examine their use to maintain distance, angle and proportion of action, maintain or re-establish the crossing of the blades, and generate an encounter in which safety of the hands, arms and body are preserved.  Using leverage, position and subtle, small movements the student will accomplish all that is necessary for offense and defence.  The need for brute force and the experience of double hits will become a thing of the past and true safety and adherence to the art will create more control, create greater safety and require less protective equipment for an engagement.  Longsword and fencing mask are required.