Training with Vanguard is designed to develop swordsmanship skill in the individual fundamentally on use of the sword & dagger. Although there is much that is recognisable as historic in our approach, our aim is to allow the individual to express their unique swordsmanship style.
New Scholars commence training by receiving basic instruction with more experienced Scholars working on specific skills. As new Scholars progress in training, both groups are encouraged come together to reinforce skills in a mentoring environment.
Swords
Vanguard allows some discretion to the new Scholar in the sword they wish to commence training with. As a rule, we allow two categories of sword type to be used being the Rapier or Sword and the Longsword. Examples are illustrated below:
An example of the type of Longsword that Free Scholars (senior students) are encouraged to study is illustrated below:
Training Times and Venue
Training occurs twice weekly between 7.30pm to 9.00pm on the following days:
- Mondays – Trainer-led instruction for all Novices
- Wednesday – Trainer-led instruction and free practice for all Scholars and above.
Training occurs in the undercover area at:
Oakleigh State School
Buxton Street, Ashgrove
Costs
$100.00 per 6 months
Student Enrollment
The VSA accepts new students in February and July of each year. The only exceptions to this are equipped and experienced students from other recognised swordsmanship schools that undertake a Free Scholar examination to determine whether they can transfer across into the Vanguard.
Expressions of interest can be directed to the VSA via our contact page.
Our equipment guide and recommended suppliers list can be found here.
