Write-up in the local paper... of course, those are neither longswords, nor a parry-riposte...

An intro class at the Higgins. Students are always given individual attention.

Step one: Explain the skill.

Step two: Demonstrate the skill.

Step three: Have the students attempt the skill.

Step four: Keep polishing!

Lecturing and demonstrating at the Higgins

A good lunge is fundamental.

Still, rapier footwork can be quite different from modern fencing.