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Big BAD Bowie Knife Seminar II

Bowie and Big Knife Fighting II

November 9th, 2019

This seminar will build on students knowledge of Bowie & big knife fighting from a dueling / HEMA perspective. 

The primary content of the system has been drawn from a variety of historical sources, especially the work of Colonel A.J.D. Biddle, John Styers, as well as contemporary research by Paul Kirchner, Dwight C. McElmore, William Cassidy, and others.

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Beginning with a brief refresh of the basics of the system, this seminar will seek to reinforce the most important concepts before exploring new material including the use of a coat or poncho with the left hand and other ideas drawn from Mexican and Spanish sources and influences.

Ample time will be devoted to live drilling and free sparring.
Please bring eye protection, gloves, fencing mask, etc… (Gear will be provided for those who do not have their own, but loner gear is limited)

No previous experience necessary 


Please Pre-register by November. 5th
$125 for Academy members, $135 others
$150 at the door
Price includes FREE lunch.
Pre-register to receive a FREE high quality training Bowie knife yours to keep.
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10:00 am Seminar Begins
12:30 pm Lunch (Included FREE)
4:00 pm Seminar ends
4:00 pm FREE open floor for sparring.

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Welcome to the Baltimore Academy of Defence

We proudly offer classes in:
Traditional Chinese Kung Fu,
&
Historical American Swordsmanship.

We are dedicated to restoring and promoting the historical sword arts of the United States of America, and Chinese Xingyiquan & Baguazhang kung fu by providing instruction of the highest quality in a fun, inclusive, and safe environment.

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The Baltimore Academy of Defence is located in the central Baltimore neighborhood of Hampden. Easy access off I83 and always FREE parking at:

3900 Roland Ave. Baltimore, MD 21211

Enter down the stairs on the left side of St. Mary’s Church .
This building is also home to the Baltimore Shakespeare Factory.

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