Weapons

The core syllabus taught at SESH includes the following weapons:

• Longsword
• Rapier
• Backsword
• Smallsword

Each weapon is taught according to one basic system, with sufficient techniques and exercises that the student will achieve a firm understanding of the character of the weapon. The techniques are always derived from a particular historical treatise, but the drills and training method are usually Mr Windsor's own. Every weapon requires a different style of footwork, and often radically different body mechanics, to wield effectively. Footwork, basic guard positions, and basic body movements are drilled before weapon handling begins.