Basic/intro sword fighting (attacks, blocks & disarms)

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Learn how to use a medieval broadsword!

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New Zealand stunt coordinator and fight choreographer Peter Hassall will train twelve Adventure Wellington members for 3 hours on medieval sword fighting techniques. In addition to his film work (including motion capture for Lord of the Rings and being the stunt coordinator of "Braindead"), Peter has performed over 250 sword and staff fights.

The lesson structure: You will start with lengths of broomhandle, then alternate with light prop swords. Then you will graduate to steel (unsharpened) swords made by Lord of the Rings weapon maker, Peter Lyon.

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What to bring: A large bottle of water (you get seriously dehydrated) and cash (there will be no EFTPOS)

Wear: Comfortable exercise clothing and exercise shoes that cover the toes (gloves and training swords provided).

Payment: $30 (AW discounted rate) cash paid on the day OR pay in advance to bank account- Peter Hassall, 01-0771-0110523-46, ANZ (payer to use their name as a reference)
How long: 3 hours

You have to download and fill out this Agreement form (http://files.meetup.com/1285301/Agreement-armed.doc) and bring it with you when you attend.

Important: Please bring the correct money ($30) to save time getting started. If there are adverse weather conditions, this event will be postponed to the following Sunday, 2nd March.

DISCLAIMER

Whilst every possible assistance will be offered, Adventure Wellington Trust, the Trustees, Event Organisers/hosts and members cannot be held responsible for any accident, injuries or losses sustained leading up to, during, or after an event.

NO SHOW POLICY

If you no show or cancel after 7pm the night before this event you will have a 'no show' recorded against your name. No shows can lead to you having to leave the group. Please read our Group Rules here (Group Rules (http://www.adventurewellington.co.nz/pages/Group_Rules/))