Italian Rapier

Instructor: Cecil Longino 

• Fridays from 7:00pm to 8:00pm

The 'rapier', an English term adopted for a popular Continental European sword of the High Renaissance, was considered to be an essential part of a Gentleman's attire. Not only did it aid in his defense, but it was also viewed as the weapon most properly worn at the side of the "better sorts" such as noblemen, gentlemen, knights and soldiers.

Our Italian rapier class meets on Friday evenings and focuses on the scientific sword play of 17th Century Italy.  Students having gained a competency with the single rapier will also train with the rapier’s companion weapons, dagger and cloak.

This class is located at the Salle Saint-George. A partial list of equipment suppliers can be found here.