by Steve | Jun 21, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, we will be devoting our class time to preparing for PEMAC’s inaugural open Longsword tournament, Revolution Rumble. It will feature judged matches between all of our fighters, and anybody who wants to join us from other...
by Steve | Jun 16, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, we’ll be having a Fight Week class which follows our usual format. As is our custom, the class will feature a series of specifically chosen warm-ups, followed by related exercises meant to help apply effective strategy,...
by Steve | Jun 8, 2023 | Classes
This Sunday will be our introduction to Ringen class with the illustrious Ashley Straub running the show. Anyone who knows Ashley is aware of her knowledge and skill, so to be sure, there will be much to learn and get a feel for. This will also be our first time in...
by Steve | Jun 2, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, we will be reviewing some critical aspects of hand work. Right on the heels (🙂) of our footwork and combination attack classes, we’ll be focusing on blade control, one of the most important facets of Longsword fighting. While...
by Steve | May 27, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, we’ll be getting a glimpse into the fencing mind of one of PEMAC’s brightest and most gifted fencers, Crossing’s own Aidan Witherspoon. Anyone who has followed his progress will be aware of his fighting acumen, and...
by Steve | May 19, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, our class will be led by the incomparable Camilla Frazier, and we will be taking a close look at footwork that can be applied to Longsword. As we fight from the ground up, this is an important subject that shouldn’t be...
by Steve | May 12, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, we will finally conclude our series on use cases for the Hidden Hews with the Scheitelhau. Often used as a provicational cut or to strike at targets of opportunity, it is a hew that I believe to be underrated and under-used. The...
by Steve | May 5, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, many of us are at the AG Open tournament in Michigan. This being the case, attendance will be lessened, but we will be open for business. There will be an open sparring day at the venue. I would ask that everyone keep track of the...
by Steve | May 3, 2023 | Classes, General
I have an update on the tumble room situation. They are ready to set some dates with us. The cost will be a bit more than we were quoted last year, but I’d prefer to keep our dues the same, so by all means, all of you should be doing your utmost to stay current....
by Steve | Apr 27, 2023 | Classes
This week at Crossing Fight School, it is once again Fight Week. Because we will be preparing for the upcoming AG Open tournament in Michigan, the class will feature several dynamic exercises related to tournament fighting which will allow us to put a polish on our...
