After a discussion with Evanlyn and Veron, I brain-dumped an idea of how to revamp the training program. The goal is to separate the “ranking” and the “learning” aspects of fencing within Order of the Rose, to have an experience similar to what it takes to become a Master Swordsman, and to bring back some … Read More
We would like to give students more opportunities to progress and receive the lessons they are most looking forward to. To that end, we will be testing a new system over the next couple of months.
A variation on Mind Maps that visually breaks down complex subjects into more manageable chunks.
Any fencer who wants an intense course of study, and is willing to pair it with a strong commitment to learn will fit in RoR program. This is in line with the mentality of owning our own journeys and developing Citizenship. We want fencers to have more control over their learning and less dictated learning.
Even though this was just a few minutes of coloring, I’m left with a lot to think about and a bunch of questions.
This article will go over how to stay in the balance and how to keep the advantage during imbalances of a fight.
In order to help the OotR shake off some dust and/or rust, I see your Winter Warrior Challenge, and I raise you an Almost-Spring Mild Exertion.
What a bunch of cool ideas, right?! The possibilities are endless and it’s as easy as just picking one of them that sounded interesting. But how is this going to help you and the group?
When I first started fencing, I thought it was vastly different from dancing. While there still are plenty of differences, I’ve noticed during my fencing journey that my dance training carries over to my fencing.
This year’s Winter Warrior Challenge has been shortened to just nine weeks. It will run from Friday to Friday, starting today and concluding on the first day of the fencing season.
A Tournament Experience is a unique experience because it really depends on each and every one of us. If we can come together and work towards having a tournament experience, we can all walk away with the memories of a wonderful and exciting event!
To win any fight you need to do 3 things. These three things may seem super simple and stupid to think about, but these are the basis on how to win any and every fight.
With range our lessons teach 3 levels of range: out of range, in range, and past range. While these are correct they can be broken down further: out of range, unfeasible range, feasible range, and close range.
