Sigmund Werndorf of LAHMAS - Instructor at SoCal Swordfight 2023

Instructor

Sigmund Werndorf

Sigmund Werndorf is an accomplished scholar, coach, and fighter. He has competed internationally and medaled at many of the top events of the country.

He is the co-founder and head instructor at the Los Angeles Historical Martial Arts Society.

His focus is early KdF Longsword, as well as the pedagogy and philosophy of learning in HEMA at large.

At SoCal Swordfight 2023 Sigmund Werndorf will be presenting the following:

Zucken: Fuhlen in Action

Course Description:
Zucken (often translated as ‘pulling’) seems at first blush like a modest entry in Liechtenauer’s Haupstuck but closer examination reveals it to be an excellent medium for developing Fuhlen (‘feeling’, a sensitivity to the presence of your opponent’s sword) and through that, the Indes.

We will focus on the context, biomechanics, and application of the Zucken as a way to build up a sense of Fuhlen, looking at both its theoretical place in the Zettel and its practical use in the fight.

Required Gear:
Longsword (steel preferred, synthetic permissible), protective gloves, mask. Jacket and forearm protection highly recommended.

Course Level:
Open to All Levels

Course Format:
Hands-On

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At SoCal Swordfight 2023 Sigmund Werndorf will be presenting the following:

SoCal Swordfight 2023