Two-Handed weapons are the largest of the hand-held weapons and have been popularized throughout history. Two-Handed weapons were far more suited to battlefield combat. These larger weapons were a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield but were costly to make. However, the power that these weapons offered, both physically and psychologically, was well worth the cost of making them. The two-handed weapons used in our sword fighting classes will vary and include long sword, staff, and spear. Grappling with and without weapons is also covered at regular intervals in the two-handed weapons classes Weapons: Long Sword, Spear, Staff, Grappling, Sword and Shield, and Sword Grappling.

One-Handed weapons were very useful in close quarters, especially in a formation battle in which there was very little room to maneuver. The lighter one-handed weapons like rapiers, daggers, and sabers were usually favored in duels and street fighting. One of the main advantages of using one-handed weapons over two-handed was that they could be carried in one hand and paired with a shield in the other. During our one-handed sword fighting lessons, we will teach the techniques and principles that are most effective for this style of combat. Weapons: Saber, Rapier, Florentine, Single Stick, Broad Sword.