How to Practice Swordsmanship (HEMA) by Yourself - Fundamental Guide
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This is my take on a comprehensive beginner's guide to train on your own, whether it be because you don't have any instructors nearby or because you want to do your "homework" and get used to essential movement patterns. It covers the basic footwork, how to grip a sword (single- and two-handed), practicing cuts and thrusts, pros and cons of different methods, and other important things to know when you're starting out. If you find this helpful, please consider supporting me on Patreon or via Youtube memberships. Thanks! http://www.patreon.com/skallagrim https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3WIohkLkH4GFoMrrWVZZFA/join And who knows, maybe a HEMA school is closer than you think: https://www.hemaalliance.com/club-finders Where to find the medieval and renaissance manuscripts: https://wiktenauer.com/wiki/Category:Weapons Other relevant videos: The best training swords for beginners https://youtu.be/OgTOdg0z1DM More about footwork (including more complex steps) https://youtu.be/H2l7nOAJcwI More about gripping the handle https://youtu.be/Bn8ux49Fh8k How to Practice Sword Cutting https://youtu.be/EUYI-oiBpK4 *** Music credits *** Outro: "Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records https://theslantedroom.github.io/steve.yee/ Used with artist's permission *** Merch *** https://www.bonfire.com/store/skallswag/ If you want to join Bonfire to start selling your own merch: https://www.bonfire.com/welcome/07bb14169c804/ Other ways to support the channel by shopping through affiliate links: Kult of Athena, my favorite online store for reproductions of historical arms and armor, fantasy swords, etc: https://www.kultofathena.com/?koa=259 Where to get HEMA gear and practice swords: http://www.woodenswords.com/?Click=1799 GamerSupps powdered energy drinks and other stuff (I particularly like the SUS snack bars): https://gamersupps.gg/Skall I highly recommend the balms and oils from Beard Sorcery: https://beardsorcery.com/?ref=0UEFtHWvZEmtD Books about history, martial arts, swords, knives, video/audio equipment, and other stuff I recommend: US - https://www.amazon.com/shop/skallagrimnilsson Canada - https://amzn.to/2HeOCMA *** Other social media *** https://bsky.app/profile/skallagrim.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/SkallagrimYT https://www.instagram.com/skallagrim_yt/ #skallagrim #hema #swordfighting #martialarts #beginnersguide #howto
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